22/04/2026
If you’re losing marks in Chemistry and don’t know why… this is probably it.
Most students aren’t failing because they don’t revise.
They’re failing because they don’t understand what the question is actually asking.
“Describe” ≠ “Explain” — and examiners are ruthless with this.
👉 Describe = what you see (no reasons, no waffle)
👉 Explain = why it happens (this is where marks are won or lost)
Same topic. Same knowledge. Different command word = different answer.
And here’s the harsh truth:
You can know the content inside out and still drop half your marks if you misuse command words.
Examiners aren’t reading your answer like a human.
They’re scanning for specific phrases that match the mark scheme. Nothing else.
Once you understand that… everything changes.
🎯 Better answers
🎯 Higher marks
🎯 Less wasted revision time
If you’re in Year 11-13 and your grades aren’t matching your effort, you’re probably revising the wrong skill.
DM me “EXAM” and I’ll show you how to fix it.
