SCH4U - Chemistry 12 (2024-25) - A

SCH4U-25A

Final Exam Study Guide & Exam Outline

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Introduction 

This page contains a guide to help you understand the format of the Final Exam as well as some key skills, topics, and concepts that may be referenced in the Final Exam.  Please note that this is not a complete list.  For the specific details of what you need to know and be able to do, you should ALWAYS review the success criteria found in each lesson.  You are also encouraged to check out the How to Prepare for Tests and Exams Guide in the Student Resources block of the LMS.

 

Final Exam Study Guide & Exam Outline

  

Each individual question on this test covers one of the four KICA Achievement categories (identified beside each question as K, I, C, A).

      • Knowledge questions require you to know and understand key scientific concepts, terms, and definitions from the course. 
      • Communication questions assess your ability to explain scientific concepts and processes in your own words. This might include explaining an experiment, describing a scientific theory, or outlining a method. Clear and accurate use of scientific terminology and format is essential when presenting your work.
      • Application questions ask you to apply the scientific concepts and methods you have learned to new scenarios or experiments. You are expected to demonstrate your understanding by showing your work, including any calculations or reasoning, to support your answer.
      • Inquiry questions involve applying your problem-solving skills to scientific investigations. You must identify the appropriate concepts and methods needed to approach and solve a problem. 

  

Question Format (make sure to review the Online Test Format Preparation Quiz)

      • Multiple Choice (26-28 questions)
      • Drop-Down (19-21 questions)
      • Short Answer (13-15 questions) 

  

How to Prepare 

Here are some general studying tips that can help you prepare and ensure you understand the concepts presented in this unit:  

      • Memorize and understand course concepts, terms, and definitions  
      • Practice defining the course concepts  
      • Practice providing examples for theorems, techniques & concepts  
      • Practice how to apply theorems, techniques & concepts to solve word problems  
      • Practice how to identify, read and interpret word problems  
      • Practice how to identify the correct method to solve a problem  
      • Understand and explain the different properties of theorems, techniques & concepts  
      • Practice how to rearrange equations for a specific purpose  
      • Practice using critical thinking skills to solve problems  

  

Review Topics

      • Electron configuration  
      • Ionic bonds  
      • Electric fields  
      • Polarity  
      • Melting point  
      • Quantum numbers  
      • Intermolecular forces  
      • Intramolecular forces  
      • Solubility  
      • Properties of solids  
      • Naming organic compounds  
      • Drawing organic compounds  
      • Organic reactions  
      • Isomers  
      • Functional groups  
      • Definitions related to enthalpy (heat, endothermic, system, etc.)  
      • q=mcT problems  
      • Molar enthalpy  
      • Bone energies  
      • Hess' law  
      • Factors affecting reaction rates  
      • Dynamic equilibrium  
      • Equilibrium properties  
      • Equilibrium constant  
      • Le Chateliers Principle  
      • Q vs. K  
      • pH, pOH, [H+], [OH-] problems  
      • Identifying strong/weak acids and bases  
      • Ionization constants  
      • Reducing/oxidizing agents  
      • Oxidation numbers  
      • VSEPR  
      • Galvanic cells  
      • Redox reactions  
      • Spontaneous redox reactions  
      • Standard cell potentials  
      • Buffers  
      • Anode vs. Cathode  
      • Hydrocarbons  
      • Laws of thermodynamics  
      • Chemical bonding  
      • Types of solids  
      • Reaction mechanisms  
      • Overall reactions  
      • Intermediates  
      • Balancing half-reactions  
      • Electron orbital diagrams  
      • Energy   
      • Enthalpy change   
      • Standard enthalpies  
      • Equilibrium concentrations  
      • Balancing in acidic/basic solutions  
      • Properties of organic compounds  
      • Crystal solids  
      • Create a lab question  
      • Create a hypothesis given information  
      • Create an appropriate lab procedure  
      • pH scale  
      • Oxidation of organic compounds  
      • Molecular weight of organic compounds  
      • Types of alcohols  
      • Titrations  
      • Neutralization reactions  
      • Dissociation equations  
      • Finding pH   
      • Oxidation/reduction reactions  
      • Net ionic equations  
      • Calculating cell potential  
      • Predicting voltage given criteria

 

Practice Questions:

Now that you have read through the Final Exam structure and reviewed the course concepts, attempt the practice questions listed below. 

The practice questions may not cover all the concepts from the unit. Ensure you read through the lesson material and complete the corresponding worksheets & quizzes. 

 

You're Ready!

Now, you are well-prepared to take the exam. Good luck!