IB Chemistry Revision Guide
IB Chemistry is a science that calls for combining a grasp of the underlying theory with calculation and practical skills. This Revision Guide presents the entire course in a clear topic-based structure, helping you revise with focus and connect the knowledge across sections.
$29.00- Programme
- IB Diploma Programme
- Subject
- Chemistry
- Level
- SL & HL
- Pages
- 178 pages
- Language
- English (bilingual terms)
About this guide
The book condenses the core theory alongside equations, diagrams, worked calculations and notes on common points of confusion. Every topic includes practice questions in the Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 format, with explained answers.
It is an ideal companion for final-exam revision and support for the Internal Assessment in Chemistry.
What is inside
- Stoichiometric relationships: moles, concentration, equations and chemical calculations
- Atomic structure and Periodicity: atomic structure and periodic trends
- Chemical bonding and structure: ionic, covalent and metallic bonding and molecular geometry
- Energetics, Kinetics and Equilibrium: thermochemistry, reaction rates and equilibrium
- Acids and bases, Redox processes: acid-base and oxidation-reduction reactions, electrochemistry
- Organic chemistry: hydrocarbons, functional groups and organic reaction mechanisms
- Measurement and data processing: data handling, errors and spectral analysis
- Practice questions in the Paper 1 (multiple choice), Paper 2 and Paper 3 format, with answers
Who this guide is for
- IB DP students studying Chemistry at SL and HL
- Students who need to reinforce both the theory and the calculation skills of chemistry
- Those preparing for Papers 1, 2 and 3 who need to practise in the exam format
- Students working on the Internal Assessment who need to reference the underlying knowledge and data-handling skills
- Teachers and tutors who need a source of practice questions and topic-based theory summaries
How to use this guide
- Revise topic by topic, mastering the core concepts before moving on to the calculations
- Memorise the key equations and formulae, and practise stoichiometry calculations regularly
- Use the IB Chemistry Data Booklet alongside the book to get used to looking things up in the exam room
- Pay attention to the common points of confusion and the HL-only extensions flagged in the book
- Practise questions by paper type to get familiar with the style of questions and time allocation
- Check your work against the explained answers to understand the method deeply, not just the result
Questions about this guide
Is the book used together with the IB Chemistry Data Booklet?
Yes. The content is written to be used alongside the official IB Data Booklet, helping you get used to looking up constants, formulae and data just as you would in the real exam.
Is the HL-only content set apart?
Yes. The Additional Higher Level (AHL) topics and extensions are clearly marked so HL students cover the full scope while SL students focus on the core.