IB Chemistry HL
Questionbank
The IB Chemistry HL (Higher Level) Questionbank is a great source of practice questions, coming from the entire syllabus! Each question comes with a clear markscheme and solution video, with an experienced IB teacher going through the question step-by-step. The questions are organized by topic and arranged by difficulty, making it the perfect resource for studying a particular concept.
Structure 1
Models of the Particulate Nature of Matter
S1.1 - Introduction to the Particulate Nature of Matter
Elements, Compounds, Mixtures, Separation Techniques, Kinetic Molecular Theory, Changes of States
S1.2 - The Nuclear Atom
Atomic Structure, Subatomic Particles, Isotopes, Atomic Number, Mass Number, Mass Spectra Analysis
S1.3 - Electron Configurations
Hydrogen Emission Spectra, Wavelength, Frequency & Energy, Electron Configurations, Analysis of Successive IE Data
S1.4 - The Mole
Moles, Mass, Molar Mass, Relative Atomic Mass, Relative Formula Mass, Empirical vs Molecular Formulas, Avogadro's Law
S1.5 - Ideal Gases
Ideal Gases, Real Gases' Deviation, Molar Volume, Ideal Gas Equation, Combined Gas Law
Structure 2
Models of Bonding & Structure
S2.2 - The Covalent Model
Expanded Octet, Resonance, VSEPR Theory for 5 & 6 Electron Domains, Formal Charges, Sigma & pi Bonds, Hybridization
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S2.3 - The Metallic Model
Metallic Bond, Metals (Conductivity, Malleability, Melting Points Trend), Transition Elements (Delocalized d-electrons)
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S2.4 - From Models to Materials
Bonding & Properties of a Material, Bonding Triangle, Alloys, Condensation Polymers, Polymerization Reactions of Alkenes
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Structure 3
Classification of Matter
S3.1 - The Periodic Table - Classification of Elements
Discontinuities in IE, Properties of Transition Elements, Color of Transition Element Complexes
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S3.2 - Functional Groups - Classification of Organic Compounds
Stereoisomers, Mass Spectrometry of Organic Compounds, IR Spectra, Proton Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
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Reactivity 1
What Drives Chemical Reactions?
R1.1 - Measuring Enthalpy Changes
Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions, Energy Profiles, Standard Enthalpy Change Calculations
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R1.2 - Energy Cycles in Reactions
Bond Enthalpy, Hess's Law, Enthalpy of Combustion, Enthalpy of Formation, Born-Haber Cycle
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R1.3 - Energy From Fuels
Complete & Incomplete Combustion, Fossil Fuels, Greenhouse Effect, Biofuels, Renewable & Non-renewable Energy, Fuel Cell
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R1.4 - Entropy & Spontaneity
Entropy, Change in Gibbs Energy, Spontaneity of Reactions, Calculations relating ΔG & Equilibrium
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Reactivity 2
How Much, How Fast & How Far?
R2.1 - The Amount of Chemical Change
Stoichiometry, Mole Ratio, Limiting Reactant, Theoretical Yield, Percentage Yield, Experimental Yield, Atom Economy
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R2.2 - The Rate of Chemical Change
Rate-determining Step, Molecularity, Rate Equation, Order of Reaction, Rate Constant, Arrhenius Equation, Graph Analysis
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R2.3 - The Extent of Chemical Change
Dynamic Equilibrium, Equilibrium Constant, Reaction Quotient, Le Châtelier's Principle, ΔG & Equilibrium Constant
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Reactivity 3
Mechanisms of Chemical Change
R3.1 - Proton Transfer Reactions
pOH, Ka, Kb, pKa, pKb, pH of a Salt Solution, pH Curves, Acid-Base Indicators, Buffer Solutions
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R3.2 - Electron Transfer Reactions
Standard Cell Potential, Electrolysis of Aqueous Solution, Electroplating, ΔG & Standard Cell Potential
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R3.3 - Electron Sharing Reactions
Radical, Homolytic Fission, Initiation, Substitution Reactions With Alkanes (Propagation, Termination)
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R3.4 - Electron-pair Sharing Reactions
Lewis Acids & Bases, SN1, SN2, Electrophilic Substitution, Rate of Substitution Reaction, Carbocation's Stability
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Tools & Inquiries
T1 - Experimental Techniques
Calorimetry, Dilutions, Acid-Base & Redox Titration, Colorimetry
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T3 - Mathematics Tools
Uncertainties, Errors, Graphs, Significant Figures, International System of Units
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I2 - Collecting & Processing Data
Precision, Accuracy, Interpretation of Graphs & Results, Explanation of Trends & Patterns
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I3 - Concluding & Evaluating
Impact of Uncertainties, Impact of Random & Systematic Errors
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