Use pastpapers like this to help you revise
Understand exam format and structure
Past papers show the types of questions, mark allocations, and time limits,
helping students know what to expect in the real exam.
Identify frequently tested topics
By reviewing several past papers, students can spot patterns and common
themes that appear regularly.
Practice time management
Completing past papers under timed conditions helps students learn how
to pace themselves during the exam.
Improve exam technique
Students learn how to interpret command words (e.g. explain, compare,
evaluate) and structure answers effectively.
Assess strengths and weaknesses
Marking answers using mark schemes highlights areas that need more
revision.
Build confidence
Familiarity with exam-style questions reduces anxiety and increases
confidence going into the exam.
Improve accuracy and clarity
Repeated practice helps students write clearer, more precise answers and
avoid common mistakes.
Track progress over time
Comparing results from different past papers shows improvement and
helps students adjust revision strategies.
TYRIONPAPERS.COM
, Oxford Cambridge and RSA
Friday 13 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)
J258/02 Depth in Chemistry (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
F
You must have:
* 1 8 9 3 3 4 1 3 4 5 *
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Data Sheet for GCSE (9 –1) Chemistry B
(inside this document)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
* J 2 5 8 0 2 *
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be
given for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 90.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 28 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025 [601/8605/7] OCR is an exempt Charity
DC (SL/FC) 354029/4 Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 2
1 Fig. 1.1 shows the names and formulae of some acids and alkalis.
Fig. 1.1
Name of compound Formula
Hydrochloric acid HCl
Acids
Sulfuric acid H2SO4
Lithium hydroxide LiOH
Alkalis Sodium hydroxide NaOH
Potassium hydroxide KOH
(a) Write down the name of a compound from Fig. 1.1 to answer the following questions.
(i) Which compound has a formula with 2 atoms?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(ii) Which alkali reacts with hydrochloric acid to make sodium chloride?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(iii) Which alkali has the highest relative formula mass?
Use the Periodic Table to help you.
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(iv) Which two compounds can each react with magnesium metal to make hydrogen?
....................................................................... and ..................................................................... [1]
(v) Which compound gives a white precipitate when a few drops are added to dilute barium nitrate?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(b) Which statements are true and which are false?
Tick (✓) one box in each row.
True False
Acids form hydrogen ions when they dissolve in water.
All neutralisation reactions make water.
Copper does not react with dilute acid.
Titrations give qualitative data.
[3]
© OCR 2025
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 3
(c) A student does a titration to find out how much acid is needed to neutralise 25.0 cm3 aqueous
sodium hydroxide.
They add the aqueous sodium hydroxide to a conical flask.
Aqueous sodium hydroxide
(i) The student adds another substance to the conical flask so that they know when the aqueous
sodium hydroxide is neutralised.
Name this substance.
Describe how the substance shows the student that the aqueous sodium hydroxide has been
neutralised.
Name ................................................................................................................................................
Description .......................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
[2]
(ii) Which other piece of apparatus does the student need to do the titration?
Tick (✓) one box.
Bunsen burner
Burette
Stop clock
Test-tube
Thermometer
[1]
(iii) The student does the titration and then looks at the results of another student.
Explain why the student looks at the results of another student.
..........................................................................................................................................................
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
© OCR 2025 Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
Understand exam format and structure
Past papers show the types of questions, mark allocations, and time limits,
helping students know what to expect in the real exam.
Identify frequently tested topics
By reviewing several past papers, students can spot patterns and common
themes that appear regularly.
Practice time management
Completing past papers under timed conditions helps students learn how
to pace themselves during the exam.
Improve exam technique
Students learn how to interpret command words (e.g. explain, compare,
evaluate) and structure answers effectively.
Assess strengths and weaknesses
Marking answers using mark schemes highlights areas that need more
revision.
Build confidence
Familiarity with exam-style questions reduces anxiety and increases
confidence going into the exam.
Improve accuracy and clarity
Repeated practice helps students write clearer, more precise answers and
avoid common mistakes.
Track progress over time
Comparing results from different past papers shows improvement and
helps students adjust revision strategies.
TYRIONPAPERS.COM
, Oxford Cambridge and RSA
Friday 13 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)
J258/02 Depth in Chemistry (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
F
You must have:
* 1 8 9 3 3 4 1 3 4 5 *
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Data Sheet for GCSE (9 –1) Chemistry B
(inside this document)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
* J 2 5 8 0 2 *
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use
the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be
given for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 90.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 28 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025 [601/8605/7] OCR is an exempt Charity
DC (SL/FC) 354029/4 Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 2
1 Fig. 1.1 shows the names and formulae of some acids and alkalis.
Fig. 1.1
Name of compound Formula
Hydrochloric acid HCl
Acids
Sulfuric acid H2SO4
Lithium hydroxide LiOH
Alkalis Sodium hydroxide NaOH
Potassium hydroxide KOH
(a) Write down the name of a compound from Fig. 1.1 to answer the following questions.
(i) Which compound has a formula with 2 atoms?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(ii) Which alkali reacts with hydrochloric acid to make sodium chloride?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(iii) Which alkali has the highest relative formula mass?
Use the Periodic Table to help you.
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(iv) Which two compounds can each react with magnesium metal to make hydrogen?
....................................................................... and ..................................................................... [1]
(v) Which compound gives a white precipitate when a few drops are added to dilute barium nitrate?
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
(b) Which statements are true and which are false?
Tick (✓) one box in each row.
True False
Acids form hydrogen ions when they dissolve in water.
All neutralisation reactions make water.
Copper does not react with dilute acid.
Titrations give qualitative data.
[3]
© OCR 2025
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 3
(c) A student does a titration to find out how much acid is needed to neutralise 25.0 cm3 aqueous
sodium hydroxide.
They add the aqueous sodium hydroxide to a conical flask.
Aqueous sodium hydroxide
(i) The student adds another substance to the conical flask so that they know when the aqueous
sodium hydroxide is neutralised.
Name this substance.
Describe how the substance shows the student that the aqueous sodium hydroxide has been
neutralised.
Name ................................................................................................................................................
Description .......................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................................
[2]
(ii) Which other piece of apparatus does the student need to do the titration?
Tick (✓) one box.
Bunsen burner
Burette
Stop clock
Test-tube
Thermometer
[1]
(iii) The student does the titration and then looks at the results of another student.
Explain why the student looks at the results of another student.
..........................................................................................................................................................
..................................................................................................................................................... [1]
© OCR 2025 Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
