IB Chemistry - 2025 Syllabus

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A comprehensive, interactive resource aimed at conceptual mastery for the 2025 Syllabus. Deep-dive content for every topic.

  • 2025 syllabus
  • Structure and reactivity
  • SL and HL

Course Content

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S1

Models of the Particulate Nature of Matter

Moles, Atomic Structure, Gases

S2

Models of Bonding and Structure

Ionic, Covalent, Metallic Bonding

S3

Classification of Elements

Periodic Table, Functional Groups

R1

What Drives Chemical Reactions?

Enthalpy, Entropy, Fuel Energy

R2

How Much, How Fast, How Far?

Stoichiometry, Kinetics, Equilibrium

R3

Mechanisms of Chemical Change

Acids, Redox, Organic Mechanisms

Assessment Structure

How the IB Chemistry course is assessed - external papers and internal investigation.

Multiple Choice

Paper 1A

  • No Calculator
  • No Data Booklet
  • 45 min (SL) / 60 min (HL)
Data Analysis

Paper 1B

  • Calculator Allowed
  • Data Booklet Allowed
  • Focus: Graphing, Errors, Calculations
Short & Extended Response

Paper 2

  • Calculator & Data Booklet
  • Weighting: ~36-40%
  • Short-answer + Extended-response
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  • Interactive Digital Writing Frame
  • 2025 Syllabus 24-Mark Grading Formula
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