8462 · AQA GCSE
8462/11
(Atomic Structure, Bonding, Quantitative, Chemical Changes, Energy Changes)
Chemistry · June 2024 · Variant 1
Relative difficulty
Analysis source: AQA
Analysis aligned to the official syllabus and assessment design.
2.2 / 5
200
210 min
Chemical Changes & Rate of Reaction
Cohort performance
Session statistics from official examination reports
Total marks
200
Duration
210 min
Session difficulty
2.2 / 5
Key examiner messages
Top priorities from the principal examiner before you revise
High scoring was concentrated in the early parts of questions focusing on atomic models, hydrocarbon structures, and basic separation techniques.
However, significant marks were lost in the following areas:
Question difficulty map
How candidates performed on each question in this series
No data available in official reports
Assessment objectives
Skill and AO weighting from official examiner commentary
Skill weighting
Shows the skill mix this paper tested most heavily.
Recall of Facts
Weight: 4100%Applying concepts
Weight: 375%Mathematical Skills
Weight: 250%Experimental Method
Weight: 125%
Method marks watchlist
Where working, steps, or method marks were commonly lost
No data available in official reports
Recurring mistakes across years
Themes examiners flag in multiple recent sessions for this subject
No data available in official reports
Question choice intelligence
Mean scores and popularity for optional questions (HKDSE electives)
No data available in official reports
Level exemplars
What candidate scripts at each grade level looked like
No data available in official reports
Grade & admission context
How marks relate to grade thresholds and entry standards
Report type
Examiner report — national grade boundaries and question-level commentary
Level 9
Approx. 75% of maximum mark
Level 8
Approx. 65% of maximum mark
Level 7
Approx. 56% of maximum mark
Level 6
Approx. 45% of maximum mark
Level 5
Approx. 34% of maximum mark
Level 4
Approx. 23% of maximum mark
Level 3
Approx. 18% of maximum mark
Deep insights
What top candidates did
Techniques and approaches examiners rewarded in this series
No data available in official reports
Command word playbook
How to match each command word to the expected response style
Match the expected response style for “Name” questions.
Show formula, substitution, and unit; method marks need visible working.
Give reasons and link mechanism to outcome; each point needs a because/so chain.
State features in sequence or list observable properties — do not explain causes unless asked.
Match the expected response style for “Draw” questions.
Time traps
Sections where candidates spent disproportionate time relative to marks
Min per mark: 1.2
Min per mark: 1.2
Min per mark: 0.9
Syllabus traceability
Topics linked to questions and mark weighting in this session
Reactions of acids (Chemical changes)
15 marks this session
Rate of reaction (The rate and extent of chemical change)
14 marks this session
A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes (Atomic structure and the periodic table)
13 marks this session
Using the Earth's resources and obtaining potable water (Using resources)
12 marks this session
MCQ trap analytics
Commonly chosen wrong options from examiner commentary
No data available in official reports
Topic heatmap across years
Mark concentration by topic and exam year for this subject
Mark intensity
Exothermic and endothermic reactions
Rate of reaction
Reactions of acids (Chemical changes)
The Haber process and the use of NPK fertilisers
Carbon compounds as fuels and feedstock
Rate of reaction (The rate and extent of chemical change)
A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes
Life cycle assessment and recycling
Paper comparison
Marks and duration breakdown across papers in this session
Paper 1F:
Paper 2F:
Marks you can still earn
Where valid approaches outside the mark scheme may still gain credit
No data available in official reports
Practise what examiners flagged
Target weak topics from this report inside the Revui app
Reactions of acids (Chemical changes)
15 marks this session
Practise in RevuiRate of reaction (The rate and extent of chemical change)
14 marks this session
Practise in RevuiA simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes (Atomic structure and the periodic table)
13 marks this session
Practise in RevuiUsing the Earth's resources and obtaining potable water (Using resources)
12 marks this session
Practise in RevuiSelf-diagnostic checklist
Key actions before you sit this paper — copy and tick off as you revise
- 1Message
High scoring was concentrated in the early parts of questions focusing on atomic models, hydrocarbon structures, and basic separation techniques.
- 2Message
However, significant marks were lost in the following areas:
Teacher briefing pack
One-page session summary for tutors and classroom review
June 2024 2024
Chemistry
High scoring was concentrated in the early parts of questions focusing on atomic models, hydrocarbon structures, and basic separation techniques. However, significant marks were lost in the following areas:
High scoring was concentrated in the early parts of questions focusing on atomic models, hydrocarbon structures, and basic separation techniques.
However, significant marks were lost in the following areas:
- Total marks
- 200
- Duration
- 210 min
- Session difficulty
- 2.2 / 5
Session analysis
High scoring was concentrated in the early parts of questions focusing on atomic models, hydrocarbon structures, and basic separation techniques. However, significant marks were lost in the following areas:
Updated Jun 14, 2026
Paper breakdown
Paper 1F:
Paper 2F:
Top chapters
Exam structure insights
Marks by chapter
See where the marks were concentrated so revision time goes to the highest-value topics.
Mark accessibility
Estimate which marks were basic, mid-level, or high-difficulty.
85% within easy or medium reach
Command word frequency
Spot common command words so answers match the expected response style.
Question type mix
Compare the mark share of each paper section and question type.
Short Answer / Fill-in-the-blank
68·42·34%
Structured Calculations
40·14·20%
Level of Response
(Extended writing)
36·4·18%
Multiple Choice / Tick-box
32·28·16%
Graph Plotting & Data Interpretation
24·10·12%
Study ROI
Bigger bubbles recur more often; higher bubbles carry more marks, helping you rank revision priorities.
Difficulty trend
Compare difficulty across recent years.
Time vs marks
Compare marks with suggested time allocation to plan exam pacing.
Paper 1 (Questions …
0.85 m/minPaper 1 (Questions …
1.08 m/minPaper 2 (Questions …
0.84 m/minTotal marks
147
Total time
160 min
Avg pace
0.92
Next-year prediction
Topics worth watching next year, with the reason shown directly below each bar.
Electrolysis
90%90%
The periodic table
85%85%
Exam tips
Paper format
- Duration
- 1h 45min
- Total marks
- 100
- Weighting
- 50%
- Question types
- Multiple Choice / Tick-box, Short Answer / Fill-in-the-blank, Structured Calculations, Graph Plotting & Data Interpretation, Level of Response (Extended writing)
Analysis is paraphrased for study purposes. Always verify against the official examiner report and mark scheme.