Chemistry is the study of matter and the chemical reactions between substances. It is also the study of matter's composition, structure and properties.
Grades 7, 8 and 9 Syllabus Textbooks
Students who are preparing for an 'Excellent' or 'Grade 1' in Lower Secondary Chemistry can request study notes here
Chemistry Summary for Grade 7 | Document | Audio
Chemistry Summary for Grade 8 | Document | Audio
Chemistry Summary for the Grade 9 National Certificate of Education | Document | Audio
Visit the Cambridge O-Level Page
Students who are preparing for a 'distinction' or A* in School Certificate Chemistry can request study notes and resources here
Chemistry Formulae for School Certificate | Document | Audio
Chemistry Definitions and Terms for School Certificate | Document | Audio
Chemistry General Equations for School Certificate | Document | Audio
Chemistry Experiments for School Certificate
Chemistry Labelled Diagrams for School Certificate
Chemical Analysis for School Certificate | Document | Audio
Practical Test | Question Paper | Mark Scheme
Visit the Cambridge A-Level Page
Students who are preparing for a 'distinction' or A* in Higher School Certificate Chemistry can request study notes and resources here
Chemistry Formulae for Higher School Certificate | Document | Audio
Chemistry Definitions and Terms for Higher School Certificate | Document | Audio
Chemistry General Equations for Higher School Certificate | Document | Audio
Chemistry Descriptions and Mechanisms for Higher School Certificate
Chemistry Labelled Diagrams for Higher School Certificate
Advanced Practical Skills | Question Paper | Mark Scheme
Chemistry homework & tests for first term
Chemistry homework & tests for second term
Chemistry homework & tests for third term
As from year 2025 onwards, School Certificate (O-Level) Chemistry students will be expected to take a Practical Examination. The good news is that practical test papers are actually easier and more scoring than the Alternative-to-Practical papers. However, your school laboratory must be well-equipped for carrying out practical classes safely. You will also need three additional teaching periods weekly for successful teaching of practical Chemistry. Learn more...