Chemistry for VCE - Units 1 & 2: Student Book + obook pro (Print & Digital)

Part of the series Oxford Chemistry for VCE.

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Chemistry for VCE Units 1 & 2 has been written specifically for the VCE Chemistry Study Design 2023–2027, providing focused, relevant content that supports assessment success.

This new series removes irrelevant material and creates more opportunities for students to apply and extend their understanding of Key Knowledge and Skills, with explicit coverage of Sustainability and Scientific Methodologies.

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Key features

The Student Book features a simple, engaging design with targeted on-page features that support student understanding and progression.

• Scaffolded learning and navigation that sequences Key Knowledge into clear topics
• Worked examples and real-world applications
• Clear, concise language supported by engaging visuals and detailed scientific diagrams
• A dedicated Chemistry Toolkit that explains the Study Design and explicitly teaches key skills such as hypothesis writing, risk assessment and data analysis
• Groundwork questions to assess assumed knowledge and build confidence
• Challenge questions for critical thinking and extension
• Skill drills to practise Key Science Skills in context
• Study tips, exam tips and annotated exam responses
• Sample SACs with annotated responses for mandated task types
• Extensive practice and exam-style questions with answers included

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Study Design coverage

This Student Book provides comprehensive coverage of Units 1 and 2 of the VCE Chemistry Study Design.

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Table of contents

Chapter 1: Chemistry Toolkit

Unit 1: How can the diversity of materials be explained?

Area of Study 1: How do chemical structures of materials explain their properties and reactions?

Elements and the periodic table
Covalent bonds
Reactions of metals
Reactions of ionic compounds
Separation and identification of components of mixtures

Area of Study 2: How are materials quantified and classified?

Quantifying atoms and compounds
Families of organic compounds
Polymers and society

Area of Study 3: How can chemical principles be applied to create a more sustainable future?

Research investigation

Unit 2: How do chemical reactions shape the natural world?

Area of Study 1: How do chemicals interact with water?

Water as a unique chemical
Acid-base reactions
Redox reactions

Area of Study 2: How are chemicals measured and analysed?

Measuring solubility and concentration
Analysis for acids and bases
Measuring gases
Analysis for salts

Area of Study 3: How do quantitative scientific investigations develop our understanding of chemical reactions?

Student-designed scientific investigation

Practice exam, practical work and answers are included to support revision and exam preparation.

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Digital support

The Student Book is supported by integrated digital access via obook pro, providing flexible teaching, learning and revision tools for both students and teachers.