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Chemistry
AQA GCSE Chemistry
Chemical analysis

AQA GCSE Chemistry · 8462 · 4.8

Chemical analysis

Paper 2 · 14 notes

Apply qualitative tests to detect specific chemicals and ions.
Interpret results from instrumental methods of analysis.
Understand the application of chemical analysis in forensic and environmental science.

4.8.1 Purity and Chromatography

4.8.1.1 Pure Substances
4.8.1.2 Formulations
4.8.1.3 Chromatography Techniques

4.8.2 Gas Tests

4.8.2.1 Test for Hydrogen
4.8.2.2 Test for Oxygen
4.8.2.3 Test for Carbon Dioxide
4.8.2.4 Test for Chlorine

4.8.3 Ion Identification

4.8.3.1 Flame Tests
4.8.3.2 Metal Hydroxide Tests
4.8.3.3 Test for Carbonates
4.8.3.4 Test for Halides
4.8.3.5 Test for Sulfates
4.8.3.6 Instrumental Analysis
4.8.3.7 Flame Emission Spectroscopy

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