Pearson Edexcel GCSE Combined Science Paper 2 2025

Download the official Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9–1) Combined Science Paper 2 Chemistry Foundation Tier question paper from the Summer 2025 examination series (1SC0/1CF). This authentic examiner-issued Foundation Tier Chemistry paper contains real GCSE Chemistry questions covering thermal decomposition, limewater tests, fractional distillation, chromatography, the reactivity series, reactions between metals and acids, relative formula mass calculations, extraction of metals, oxidation and reduction, concentration calculations, atomic structure, the periodic table, ionic compounds, precipitation reactions, and electrical conductivity.

This Combined Science Foundation Tier Chemistry paper is ideal for students preparing for the 2026 GCSE Combined Science examinations, classroom mock exams, intervention sessions, timed revision practice, tutoring, homeschooling, and independent self-study using official Pearson Edexcel assessment materials.

The examination includes practical and analytical questions involving heating zinc carbonate, separating ethanol and water by fractional distillation, chromatography Rf calculations, reactivity investigations with dilute sulfuric acid, concentration calculations, and precipitation reactions using silver nitrate and potassium chloride. Students are required to interpret experimental setups, perform calculations, explain scientific processes, analyse results, and apply periodic-table knowledge throughout the paper.

The paper was sat on Monday 19 May 2025 during the morning session, lasted 1 hour 10 minutes, carried 60 marks, and required the use of a calculator, ruler, and periodic table.

This official Pearson Edexcel GCSE Combined Science Foundation Tier Chemistry paper is designed for Year 10 and Year 11 students preparing for Summer 2026 GCSE examinations, Foundation Tier Combined Science learners developing confidence in Chemistry concepts, GCSE resit candidates, and independent learners studying the Pearson Edexcel Combined Science specification.

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