IB MYP · Years 4 & 5 Chemistry
Master Chemistry
Criterion-aligned tutorials covering atomic structure, bonding, reactions, quantitative chemistry, and organic chemistry — Criteria A–D fully elaborated.
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MYP Chemistry
IB MYP Chemistry
CRITERION A
Knowing and
CRITERION B
Inquiring and
CRITERION C
Processing and
CRITERION D
Reflecting on
4
Criteria
6
Units
30+
Modules
160+
Questions
IB MYP Assessment Framework
All Four Criteria — Fully Elaborated
Every lesson is mapped directly to the criterion it builds. Each criterion is worth 8 marks in the IB MYP eAssessment.
Criterion A MAX 8 MARKS 🧠
Knowing and Understanding
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of chemistry concepts, facts, and theories. Apply them accurately in familiar and unfamiliar contexts using correct chemical language.📋 Assessment Strands (I–IV)
Outline chemistry concepts, laws, and theories in familiar and unfamiliar situations
Apply chemistry concepts, laws, and theories to solve problems in both familiar and unfamiliar situations
Analyse and evaluate information to make scientifically supported judgements
Discuss and evaluate the assumptions, limitations, and uncertainties of chemical models used
📚 Topics Covered
Atomic Structure
- Atomic number, mass number & isotopes
- Electron configuration & shells
- Bohr model & quantum model
- Ions: formation & charge
- Relative atomic mass & mass spectrometry
Bonding
- Ionic bonding & lattice structures
- Covalent bonding & molecules
- Metallic bonding & properties
- Intermolecular forces (van der Waals, H-bond)
- VSEPR theory & molecular shape
Chemical Reactions
- Types of reaction: synthesis, decomposition, displacement
- Word & balanced symbol equations
- State symbols & half-equations
- Oxidation & reduction (redox)
- Acid-base reactions & neutralisation
Periodic Table
- Groups & periods — trends and patterns
- Metals, non-metals & metalloids
- Group 1 alkali metals properties
- Group 7 halogens properties
- Transition metals & their uses
Criterion B MAX 8 MARKS 🔬
Inquiring and Designing
Plan and carry out chemical investigations. Formulate testable hypotheses, design safe and ethical experiments, and select appropriate variables, equipment, and techniques.📋 Assessment Strands (I–IV)
Explain a chemistry problem or question to be tested by a scientific investigation
Formulate a testable hypothesis using scientific reasoning and prior chemical knowledge
Explain how to manipulate variables and how data will be collected
Design a safe, ethical investigation with relevant and sufficient data collection methods
📚 Topics Covered
Investigation Design
- Forming hypotheses from chemical observations
- Identifying independent, dependent & controlled variables
- COSHH risk assessment & safety
- Selecting appropriate glassware & indicators
- Writing reproducible method steps
Key Practicals
- Titration for concentration determination
- Rate of reaction: surface area, temperature, concentration, catalyst
- Electrolysis of aqueous solutions
- Flame tests for metal ions
- Chromatography — Rf values
Data Collection
- Tables with units & significant figures
- Qualitative observations (colour, precipitate)
- Quantitative measurements (mass, volume, temperature)
- Repeat readings & averaging
- Identifying and excluding anomalies
Equipment
- Burettes, pipettes & measuring cylinders
- Electronic balances & mass measurement
- Thermometers & data loggers
- Colorimeters & pH meters
- Gas syringes & graduated tubes
Criterion C MAX 8 MARKS 📈
Processing and Evaluating
Collect, process, and interpret qualitative and quantitative chemical data. Evaluate the validity and reliability of results, and suggest evidence-based improvements.📋 Assessment Strands (I–IV)
Present collected and transformed data clearly and accurately, using appropriate units and significant figures
Interpret data and explain results using scientific reasoning and chemical theory
Evaluate the validity of a hypothesis based on the outcome of the investigation
Evaluate the reliability of data and suggest specific improvements to the investigation
📚 Topics Covered
Calculations
- Moles: n = m/Mr and n = cV
- Percentage yield & atom economy
- Concentration calculations (mol/dm³)
- Stoichiometry from balanced equations
- Empirical & molecular formulae
Graphing
- Rate of reaction graphs (gradient = rate)
- Drawing best-fit lines & tangents
- Interpreting concentration–time curves
- Titration curves: equivalence point
- Log graphs for order of reaction
Uncertainty
- Absolute & percentage uncertainty
- Propagating through calculations
- Random vs systematic errors in chemistry
- Precision of measuring instruments
- Validity vs reliability of results
🧩 Evaluation
- Comparing experimental to literature values
- Identifying specific sources of error
- Discussing the hypothesis outcome
- Assessing method reliability
- Proposing concrete improvements
Criterion D MAX 8 MARKS 🌍
Reflecting on the Impacts of Science
Evaluate the ways chemistry is used to address global challenges. Discuss the ethical, environmental, social, and economic implications of chemical applications and discoveries.📋 Assessment Strands (I–IV)
Summarise the ways in which chemistry is applied and used to address a specific problem or issue
Discuss and evaluate the benefits and limitations of how chemistry is applied to solve the problem
Apply scientific understanding to propose a solution to the problem
Evaluate the implications of the solution — social, ethical, economic, and environmental
📚 Topics Covered
Green Chemistry
- 12 Principles of Green Chemistry
- Atom economy in industrial processes
- Sustainable solvents & reagents
- Carbon capture & storage
- Bioplastics & biodegradable polymers
Pharmaceuticals
- Drug development & clinical trials
- Chirality in medicine (thalidomide case)
- Antibiotics & resistance
- Aspirin synthesis — history & impact
- Ethics of drug testing
Environment
- Air pollution: NOₓ, SOₓ, ozone depletion
- Acid rain — causes and effects
- Heavy metal contamination of water
- Eutrophication from fertilisers
- Climate chemistry: CO₂ & methane
Industry & Society
- Haber process — ammonia production
- Contact process — sulfuric acid
- Plastics & polymer waste
- Electroplating & metal extraction
- Nuclear chemistry & medical isotopes
Topic Modules
Chemistry Topics Covered
UNIT 01
Atomic Structure
- Atomic number, mass number & isotopes
- Electron shells & configuration
- Ions and their formation
- Relative atomic mass
- The periodic table — structure & trends
UNIT 02
Bonding & Structure
- Ionic, covalent & metallic bonding
- Molecular shapes (VSEPR)
- Intermolecular forces
- Properties from structure
- Giant vs simple molecular lattices
UNIT 03
Chemical Reactions
- Balancing symbol equations
- Types of reaction
- Acids, bases & neutralisation
- Redox reactions & oxidation states
- Electrolysis & electrochemistry
UNIT 04
Quantitative Chem
- Moles concept: n = m/Mr
- Concentration (mol/dm³)
- Stoichiometry & limiting reagents
- Percentage yield & atom economy
- Empirical & molecular formulae
UNIT 05
Rates & Equilibrium
- Collision theory & activation energy
- Effect of temperature, concentration, surface area
- Catalysts — homogeneous & heterogeneous
- Dynamic equilibrium & Le Chatelier's principle
- Industrial applications (Haber, Contact)
UNIT 06
Organic Chemistry
- Hydrocarbons: alkanes & alkenes
- Functional groups & homologous series
- Addition, substitution & condensation reactions
- Alcohols, carboxylic acids & esters
- Polymers — addition & condensation
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What’s Included
Everything You Need to Excel
Topic Notes
Concise, exam-focused summaries with equations, definitions, and diagrams
Worked Examples
Full mole calculations, equation balancing & multi-step solutions
Practice Sheets
Criterion A–D drill questions with mark-scheme answers included
Video Tutorials
Step-by-step practical demos and concept walkthroughs
Video Tutorials
Step-by-step practical demos and concept walkthroughs
Lab Guides
Detailed guides for every required chemistry practical
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Comprehensive chemistry tutorials for IB MYP Years 4 & 5 — criterion-aligned, calculation-focused, and taught by expert IB Science educators.
