Candidates' Weakness and Suggested Remedies

Candidates

• did not show basic understanding of simple concepts in Chemistry;
• did not adhere to instructions as they relate to each question;
• exhibited poor communication skill;
• could not correctly define fermentation reaction;
• wrote the formula of acid instead of name;
• could not draw the graphical illustration of Charles’ law correctly;
• could not write complete definition when required;
• could not explain the chemistry behind the rate of corrosion of tin coated plate and a galvanized plate;
• could not name two factors which determine the choice of an indicator for an acid-base titration;
• could not draw and label a diagram for the laboratory preparation of a dry sample of sulphur(IV)oxide.

THE FOLLOWING REMEDIES WERE SUGGESTED FOR OVERCOMING THE WEAKNESSES

Candidates should:

• identify the basic requirements of each question before answering;
• learn to use the appropriate technical terms when required;
• improve on their communication skills;
• write correct and complete definitions when required;
• be familiar with the examination syllabus;
• learn how to write and balance chemical equations correctly;
• learn how to write IUPAC names of compounds correctly;
• improve on their study habit.