New York State · Physical Setting Regents
Chemistry Regents.
Premium preparation for the Physical Setting / Chemistry Regents — content, problem-solving, and total fluency with the Reference Tables.
The Chemistry Regents is the most quantitative of the science Regents. Strong preparation here transfers directly to AP Chemistry, the MCAT, and college pre-med coursework.
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Chemistry Regents at a glance.
Format, scoring, and lab requirements for Physical Setting Chemistry.
- Total Time
- 3 hours
- Total Questions
- 85
- Part A
- 35 multiple-choice · core content
- Part B
- Part B-1 multiple choice + Part B-2 short response
- Part C
- Extended constructed response · applications
- Lab Requirement
- 1,200 minutes of hands-on lab
- Reference Tables
- Provided — periodic table, solubility, thermodynamic, electrochemistry, and more
- Calculator
- Scientific calculator permitted
- Passing Score
- 65 scaled · 85 = mastery
Section 01
Exam Structure
The exam blends conceptual chemistry with quantitative problem solving. Mastery of the Reference Tables is essential — they replace memorization of dozens of values.
Part A
- Questions
- 35 MC
- Concepts and definitions
Part B
- Format
- MC + short
- Calculations & graph reading
Part C
- Format
- Extended
- Multi-step applications
Reference Tables
- Pages
- ~12
- Required tool — not a crutch
Total Time
3 hours
Lab Required
1,200 minutes
Calculator
Scientific permitted
Pass Score
65 / Mastery 85
Section 02 · Topics Tested
Content Domains
Ten domains span the Physical Setting / Chemistry exam.
Matter & Energy
Classifying Matter
- Elements
- Compounds
- Mixtures
- Phases
Energy & Phase Changes
- Heating / cooling curves
- Heat (q = mcΔT, q = mHf, q = mHv)
Atomic Structure
Subatomic Particles
- Protons
- Neutrons
- Electrons
- Isotopes
Electron Configuration
- Bohr model
- Energy levels
- Ground vs. excited state
- Bright-line spectra
Periodic Table
Trends
- Atomic radius
- Ionization energy
- Electronegativity
- Metallic / nonmetallic character
Families
- Alkali metals
- Halogens
- Noble gases
- Transition metals
Bonding
Bond Types
- Ionic
- Covalent (polar / nonpolar)
- Metallic
Molecular Geometry & Polarity
- Symmetry
- Intermolecular forces
- Hydrogen bonding
Stoichiometry & Formulas
Formulas
- Empirical
- Molecular
- Naming and writing chemical formulas
Mole Calculations
- Moles ↔ grams ↔ particles
- Percent composition
- Mole ratios in equations
Chemical Reactions
Reaction Types
- Synthesis
- Decomposition
- Single & double replacement
- Combustion
Balancing
- Mass conservation
- Coefficients
- Predicting products
Solutions, Kinetics & Equilibrium
Solutions
- Molarity
- Parts per million
- Solubility curves
Kinetics & Equilibrium
- Reaction rate factors
- Le Châtelier's principle
Acids, Bases & Salts
Theories
- Arrhenius theory
- Strong vs. weak acids and bases
pH & Neutralization
- pH scale
- Titration calculations
- Indicators
Organic Chemistry (Intro)
Hydrocarbons
- Alkanes
- Alkenes
- Alkynes
- Isomers
Functional Groups
- Alcohols
- Esters
- Organic acids
- Aldehydes & ketones (recognition)
Redox & Nuclear Chemistry
Redox
- Oxidation numbers
- Half-reactions
- Electrochemical cells (voltaic vs. electrolytic)
Nuclear
- Alpha / beta / gamma decay
- Half-life
- Fission vs. fusion
Section 03
Skills Tested
What the Chemistry Regents measures — quantitative reasoning, conceptual fluency, and Reference Table mastery.
Stoichiometric Reasoning
Mole-ratio and mass-conversion problems set up confidently every time.
Atomic & Electronic Models
Connecting Bohr-model diagrams to ionization, bonding, and spectra.
Bonding & Intermolecular Forces
Predicting polarity, geometry, and physical properties from structure.
Reaction Prediction
Balancing, classifying, and predicting products of chemical reactions.
Graph Interpretation
Solubility curves, heating curves, and reaction-rate graphs read accurately.
Reference Table Fluency
Knowing which of the ~12 Reference Tables answers which question type — instantly.
Scientific Writing
Multi-step Part C responses that earn full credit.
Acid-Base Reasoning
pH, neutralization, titration, and indicator selection.
Redox & Electrochemistry
Oxidation numbers, half-reactions, and cell direction.
Section 04
Common Student Challenges
Common challenges on Chemistry Regents.
Section 05
Vinai Sharma's Teaching Process
A six-step path from diagnostic to test day, used with every Chemistry Regents student.
- Step 01
Initial Diagnostic Assessment
A full-length diagnostic establishes the student's true starting point across every tested area.
- Step 02
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Results are mapped to specific subtopics — not just section scores — so the plan targets the right work.
- Step 03
Build Conceptual Foundations
Underlying content is rebuilt where needed so test strategies have something solid to stand on.
- Step 04
Practice Official-Style Questions
Curated, exam-aligned problems are worked through together on the digital whiteboard.
- Step 05
Learn Time-Saving Strategies
Pacing, elimination, and figure-reading techniques tuned to this exam's format.
- Step 06
Build Confidence Through Full-Length Practice Tests
Regular timed practice tests turn preparation into performance — and reveal exactly what to refine next.
Section 06
Why Parents Choose Vinai Sharma
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Progress Tracking
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Section 07
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