Chemistry (A) J248,04 Higher June 2022

This OCR GCSE Chemistry (Gateway Science) Higher Tier Paper 4 from June 2022 focuses on industrial chemistry, reaction dynamics, and environmental sustainability. Topics include cracking hydrocarbons, polymerisation, fractional distillation, and dynamic equilibrium. Practical applications feature titration, catalytic converters, and methods of extraction. Key assessments involve stoichiometry, atom economy, and energy considerations. The paper integrates scientific reasoning with sustainable practices, exploring life-cycle assessments, industrial processes, and pollutant impact mitigation. Analytical skills are tested through data interpretation, experimental design, and optimization of chemical reactions.