SAT II -Chemistry Subject Test
Test Basics
| Points | Minutes | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 200-800 | 60 | 85 (Multiple Choice) |
Important Notes
- Offered in August, October, November, December, May, and June.
- Calculator use not permitted
- Problem solving requires simple numerical calculations
- Measurements are expressed in the metric system
- A periodic table is provided on the test
Anticipated Skills
| Skills | Approximate % of Test |
|---|---|
| Fundamental concepts and knowledge | 20% |
| Application of knowledge | 45% |
| Synthesis of knowledge | 35% |
- Understanding of the major concepts of chemistry and the ability to apply principles to solve specific problems
- Ability to organize and interpret results from observation and experimentation, and to draw conclusions or make inferences from experimental data, including data presented in graphic or tabular form or both
- Laboratory experience and familiarity with the metric system of units
- Ability to handle simple algebraic relationships and apply these to solving word problems
- Familiarity with the concepts of ratio and direct and inverse proportions, exponents and scientific notations
Recommended Preparation
- One-year introductory college-preparatory course in chemistry
- One-year course in algebra
- Experience in the laboratory
Topics on the Test
| Content | Approximate % of Test |
|---|---|
| Structure of matterAtomic Structure, including experimental evidence of atomic structure, quantum numbers and energy levels (orbitals), electron configurations, periodic trendsMolecular Structure, including Lewis structures, three-dimensional molecular shapes, polarityBonding, including ionic, covalent, and metallic bonds, relationships of bonding to properties and structures; intermolecular forces such as hydrogen bonding, dipole-dipole forces, dispersion (London) forces | 25% |
| States of matterGases, including the kinetic molecular theory, gas law relationships, molar volumes, density, and stoichiometryLiquids and Solids, including intermolecular forces in liquids and solids, types of solids, phase changes, and phase diagramsSolutions, including molarity and percent by mass concentrations, solution preparation and stoichiometry, factors affecting solubility of solids, liquids, and gases, qualitative aspects of colligative properties | 16% |
| Reaction typesAcids and Bases, including Brønsted-Lowry theory, strong and weak acids and bases, pH, titrations, indicatorsOxidation-Reduction, including recognition of oxidation-reduction reactions, combustion, oxidation numbers, use of activity seriesPrecipitation, including basic solubility rules | 14% |
| StoichiometryMole Concept, including molar mass, Avogadro’s number, empirical and molecular formulasChemical Equations, including the balancing of equations, stoichiometric calculations, percent yield, and limiting reactants | 14% |
| Equilibrium and reaction ratesEquilibrium Systems, including factors affecting position of equilibrium (LeChâtelier’s principle) in gaseous and aqueous systems, equilibrium constants, and equilibrium expressionsRates of Reactions, including factors affecting reaction rates, potential energy diagrams, activation energies | 5% |
| ThermochemistryIncluding conservation of energy, calorimetry and specific heats, enthalpy (heat) changes associated with phase changes and chemical reactions, heating and cooling curves, entropy | 6% |
| Descriptive chemistryIncluding common elements, nomenclature of ions and compounds, periodic trends in chemical and physical properties of the elements, reactivity of elements and prediction of products of chemical reactions, examples of simple organic compounds and compounds of environmental concern | 12% |
| LaboratoryIncluding knowledge of laboratory equipment, measurements, procedures, observations, safety, calculations, data analysis, interpretation of graphical data, drawing conclusions from observations and data | 8% |
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