As the CBSE Class 12 board exams 2026 approach, students are gearing up to tackle one of the most challenging subjects: Chemistry. Known for its mix of theoretical concepts, numerical problems, and application-based questions, the Chemistry paper demands a strong conceptual understanding for both board success and preparation for major entrance exams such as IIT JEE, NEET, and various state-level tests.
Why Focus on Competency-Based Questions?
The CBSE has been emphasizing competency-based questions (CBQs) in recent years. These questions assess a student’s ability to apply concepts in practical scenarios, analyze data, and solve real-world problems, rather than just recalling information. Practicing these questions can help students:
- Improve problem-solving skills
- Gain confidence in tackling unfamiliar or tricky questions
- Strengthen preparation for competitive exams alongside board exams
Key Areas to Focus On:
Physical Chemistry – Numerical problems on thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, and electrochemistry.
Organic Chemistry – Reaction mechanisms, functional group transformations, and application-based questions.
Inorganic Chemistry – Coordination compounds, periodic properties, and chemical bonding concepts.
Practical and Experimental Skills – Questions involving observations, analysis of data, and interpretation of experimental results.
Preparation Tips:
- Solve previous years’ question papers and sample papers focusing on competency-based questions.
- Revise key formulas, reaction mechanisms, and important concepts regularly.
- Work on time management to attempt both theoretical and numerical questions efficiently.
- Discuss tricky problems with teachers or peers to gain different approaches to solving them.
By practicing competency-focused Chemistry questions, students can strengthen their conceptual clarity, enhance analytical thinking, and improve accuracy, all of which are crucial for excelling in the CBSE Class 12 exams and competitive entrance tests.
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