Summary of content
The content of this unit assumes a knowledge of the content and techniques covered Unit 3
together with that listed below.
Students shall be able to:
6.1a(a) observe and interpret details of the chemistry of the elements and compounds listed in Units
4 and 5 of this specification
· this includes the chemistry associated with the organic compounds listed in topics 4.5
and 5.3, lead in topic 4.2, the transition metals in topic 5.2 and the ions tested in topic
3.1A parts (a) and (b)
· reference to standard texts is assumed for the interpretation of the results from
observation exercises
6.1a(b) recognize the results of experiments to identify functional groups in organic compounds listed in topic 5.5
6.1a(c) carry out the practical techniques described in topic 5.5
· to include mixing, boiling under reflux, fractional distillation, filtration under reduced
pressure (filter pump and Buchner funnel), recrystallisation, melting temperature and
boiling temperature determination, and heating with a variety of heat sources
6.1a(d) carry out techniques used in volumetric analysis, kinetics and equilibria
· in assessment exercises titrations will be limited to those involving acid-base,
EDTA,
potassium manganate(VII), and sodium thiosulphate: relevant equations will be given
where these are not to be determined
· exercises may also involve other quantitative measurements of, for example, time or
temperature change
6.1a(e) present and interpret quantitative and qualitative results
6.1a(f) devise and plan simple experiments and techniques based on the chemistry and techniques summarised in a to e above.