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Covers the qualification overview, linear structure with two written examinations, content organisation into four chemistry topics, and the assessment framework including untiered examinations, experimental skills, calculators, and assessment objective weightings. Includes administration details such as entries, forbidden combinations, access arrangements, reasonable adjustments, special consideration, malpractice, progression, and appendices with codes, skills, command-word taxonomy, practical investigations, periodic table, and glossary.","International GCSE  \nChemistry (9–1)  \nSpecification  \nPearson Edexcel International GCSE in Chemistry (4CH1)  \nFirst teaching September 2017 First examination June 2019 Issue 3  \nAbout Pearson  \nWe are the world’s leading learning company operating in countries all around the world. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. 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