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Pearson Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Past Papers & Mark Schemes

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June 2023

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 1F – June 2023

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 1H – June 2023

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 2F – June 2023

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 2H – June 2023

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GCSE Sciences – Mark scheme – Chemistry Paper 1H – June 2023

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GCSE Sciences – Mark scheme – Chemistry Paper 2F – June 2023

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GCSE Sciences – Mark scheme – Chemistry Paper 2H – June 2023

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November 2021

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 1F – November 2021

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 2F – November 2021

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 2H – November 2021

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GCSE Sciences – Mark scheme – Chemistry Paper 1F – November 2021

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GCSE Sciences – Question paper – Chemistry Paper 2F – November 2021

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GCSE Sciences – Question paper – Chemistry Paper 2H – November 2021

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GCSE Sciences – Question paper – Chemistry Paper 1F – November 2021

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November 2020

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 1H – November 2020

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 2H – November 2020

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 1F – November 2020

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GCSE Sciences – Examiner report – Chemistry Paper 2F – November 2020

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June 2018

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GCSE Sciences – GCSE Chemistry Foundation tier – June 2018

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GCSE Sciences – GCSE Chemistry Higher tier – June 2018

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About Pearson Edexcel GCSE Chemistry

Pearson Edexcel GCSE Chemistry (specification 1CH0) is the chemistry component of the three separate sciences. Two 1-hour-45-minute papers, each worth 100 marks, with Foundation and Higher tiers. Paper 1 covers topics 1–5: key concepts in chemistry, states of matter, methods of separating mixtures, atomic structure and the periodic table, ionic bonding and ionic compounds, covalent bonding and metallic bonding. Paper 2 covers topics 6–10: groups in the periodic table, rates of reaction and energy changes, fuels and the atmosphere, hydrocarbons, polymers and life cycle assessment. Eight core practicals contribute to ~15% of marks. The mathematical content is significant — expect 25% of marks at Higher tier on quantitative chemistry (moles, concentration, percentage yield, atom economy, gas calculations).

Exam Paper Structure

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Atoms, periodic table, bonding

⏱ 1h 45min🎯 100 marks📊 50% of grade

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Groups, rates, fuels, hydrocarbons

⏱ 1h 45min🎯 100 marks📊 50% of grade

Key Information

Exam Board	Pearson Edexcel
Specification Code	1CH0
Qualification	GCSE
Grading Scale	9–1
Assessment Type	2
Tiers	Available in Foundation (grades 1–5) and Higher (grades 4–9) tiers
Number Of Papers	2
Exam Duration	1 hour 45 minutes per paper
Total Marks	200
Available Sessions	2018 – 2023
Total Resources	42

Key Topics in Chemistry

Topics you need to know

Key concepts in chemistryStates of matter and separating mixturesAtomic structure and the periodic tableIonic, covalent and metallic bondingQuantitative chemistry (moles)Rates of reactionOrganic chemistry and polymersAtmosphere and earth resources

Exam Command Words

Command word	What the examiner expects
Describe	State what is happening or observed using scientific terminology
Explain	Give reasons why something happens, using scientific theory and evidence
Evaluate	Use evidence to weigh strengths, limitations and reach a justified conclusion
Calculate	Work out a numerical answer, showing every step of your working
Suggest	Apply your knowledge to an unfamiliar context to propose a possible reason
Compare	State similarities and differences clearly, using comparative language
State	Give a brief, factual answer with no elaboration
Predict	Give an expected result, justified by scientific reasoning

Typical Grade Boundaries

Grade	Approximate mark needed
Grade 9	76–86%
Grade 8	63–75%
Grade 7	51–62%
Grade 6	43–50%
Grade 5	35–42%
Grade 4	27–34%

⚠️ Typical Higher tier boundaries across two papers. Actual boundaries vary by series — check the awarding body website.

How to Use Pearson Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Past Papers Effectively

Mole calculations distinguish 7–9 grade Edexcel Chemistry from 4–6. Memorise the four core formulas: moles = mass ÷ Mr; concentration = moles ÷ volume in dm³; volume of gas at RTP = moles × 24 dm³; percentage yield = (actual yield ÷ theoretical yield) × 100. Drill unit conversions: 1000 cm³ = 1 dm³. Balancing equations is heavily examined. Practise 20 equations weekly across types: combustion, neutralisation, displacement, decomposition, redox, electrolysis. In ionic equations, both atoms and charges must balance. For required practicals, the most-tested are Rates of Reaction (disappearing-cross or volume-of-gas methods), Titration (with end-point identification), Electrolysis, and Salt Preparation. For each, know exactly: independent variable, dependent variable, control variables, hazards, and one source of error. For 6-mark questions, link observation to chemical principle. Don't write ‘the reaction is faster’ — write ‘more particles have kinetic energy greater than the activation energy, so the rate of effective collisions per second is higher’. Group trends are recurring exam favourites: down Group 1 reactivity increases (atomic radius increases, less attraction on outer electron, so easier to lose); down Group 7 reactivity decreases (atomic radius increases, weaker attraction on incoming electron). Memorise the explanation, not just the trend.

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