Chemistry (B) J258,01 Foundation June 2023

The OCR GCSE Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science) Breadth in Chemistry (Foundation Tier) paper from June 2023 assesses a variety of fundamental and practical chemistry topics, including water purification, periodic trends, electrolysis, and metal extraction. Key areas include greenhouse gases, reactivity series, catalytic converters, and stoichiometry. Students are tested on chemical bonding, energy changes, and sustainability in industrial processes. Practical applications involve titrations, precipitation reactions, and crystallization. The paper emphasizes problem-solving, data interpretation, and experimental design, focusing on environmental impact and real-world chemical processes.