"Describe" questions — AQA GCSE Chemistry (8462)
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How to answer
Say WHAT happens, in order. No reasoning. Structure: 1. First X. 2. Then Y. 3. Then Z. Assessment Objective: AO1. Every "describe" answer on this spec is marked against exactly this pattern.
Sample questions
- Describe the differences between catalytic cracking and steam cracking.
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- Describe four ways in which recycling metals reduces the environmental impact of producing metal products.
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