Exam Board: SQA
Level: National 4
Subject: Science
First Teaching: September 2013
First Exam: June 2014

This book is a comprehensive resource for pupils studying National 4 Chemistry which adheres closely to the SQA syllabus. Each section of the book matches a mandatory unit of the syllabus, and each chapter corresponds to a key area. In addition to the core text, the book contains a variety of special features:


· Activities to consolidate learning and help in preparing for the Added Value Unit
· Worked examples to demonstrate key processes
· In-text questions to test knowledge and understanding
· End-of-chapter questions for homework and assessment
· Summaries of key facts and concepts
· Answer section at the back of the book

Barry McBride is a Faculty Head of Science and SQA appointee as well as an experienced author, and has been involved in the production of many science titles ranging from BGE to Higher level in Scotland. He has also been involved in the production of materials for the English curriculum. He has presented at a variety of events across Scotland and is an experienced Senior Examiner. John Anderson is a highly experienced Chemistry teacher who has worked as a Principal Teacher and Depute Head Teacher at a very successful school in Scotland. An experienced SQA examiner and Chemistry curriculum consultant for many schools, John is also a Chartered Chemist and a Chartered Science Teacher. He is a bestselling author, having written popular resources for all levels of the Scottish curriculum from CfE Level 3 Science to Advanced Higher Chemistry.