CBSE Class 12th
CBSE Class 12th Chemistry Exam Paper Pattern and Some Study Tips
Paper pattern Total number of questions: 30 Paper divided into four sections. Section A (8 marks): It consists of 8 questions of 1 mark each. Section B (20 marks): It consists of 10 questions of 2 marks each. Section C (27 marks): It consists of 9 questions of 3 marks each. Section D (15 marks): It consists of 3 questions of 5 marks each.
Paper Pattern
Marks distribution based on questions Marks
Number of Questions
Type Of Questions
Total Marks
1 Marks
8 questions
Very Short Answer
1 X 8= 8
2 Marks
10 questions
Short Answer I
2 X 10=20
3 Marks
9 questions
Short Answer II
3 X 9= 27
5 Marks
3 questions
Long Answer
5 X 3= 15
Total
30 questions
70
Duration and word limit S.No
Form of Questions
Expected Length
1
Very short type
One word to one sentence
2
Short Answer I
20 to 30 words
3
Short Answer II
30 to 40 words
4
Long Answer
70 to 80 words
Expected Length for each question
Total Expected time
2 minutes
10 minutes
5 minutes
35 minutes
7 minutes
84 minutes
15 minutes
45 minutes
Total Time
174 minutes
Important topics
Periodic table(Study of the p,d & f block elements). IUPAC Nomenclature. Read the basics of Substitution, Elimination and Resonance. Go for the Adsorption isotherm ,Raoult’s Law,, Nernst Equation, Molar mass determination etc. as they hold a major importance and are the frequently asked questions. Always practice well of the important and famous reactions like the Hoffmann, Cannizzaro,Freidal Crafts Reaction, Aldol,etc.
important
Tips to score better Revise the notes prepared by you throughout the year. They help to memorize the subject in a systematic way. Make a list of various formulae and stick them onto a wall or your study table and try to read and memorize these notes every time. Practice numerical because it is the best way to get full marks. Practice previous year question papers, sample papers and other model test papers.
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