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Have you heard of the SAT Subject Tests? They’re excellent opportunities for students to show off their academic skills in a certain area. The tests are additional (optional) standardized exams that focus in on one subject, unlike the SAT which covers broader topics.
Chemistry Test Overview
Chemistry is a wide-reaching field with dozens of branching focuses. Students interested in any chemistry-related major should definitely consider taking this particular test, as it shows your intent and dedication to the field, earning a boost on college applications.
Chemistry Test Breakdown
There are 85 total questions on this test, with 60 minutes to answer them all.
Chemistry Topics:
- Structure of Matter: 25%
- States of Matter: 16%
- Reaction Types: 14%
- Stoichiometry: 14%
- Equilibrium and Reaction Rates: 5%
- Thermochemistry: 6%
- Descriptive Chemistry: 12%
- Laboratory: 8%
Subjects Covered
Structure of Matter:
- Atomic Structure
- Molecular Structure
- Bonding
States of Matter:
- Gases
- Liquids and Solids
- Solutions
Reaction Types:
- Acids and Bases
- Oxidation-Reduction
- Precipitation
Stochiometry:
- Mole Concept
- Chemical Equations
Equilibrium and Reaction Rates:
- Equilibrium Systems
- Rates of Reactions
Thermochemistry:
- Conservation of Energy
- Chemical Reactions
- Heating / Cooling Curves
- Entropy
Descriptive Chemistry:
- Common Elements
- Nomenclature of Ions and Compounds
- Periodic Trends
- Organic Compounds
Laboratory:
- Laboratory Equipment
- Measurements
- Procedures
- Data Analysis
- Interpretation of Graphical Data
- Data Observations
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