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MTEL Chemistry Test

Test candidates taking the MTEL Chemistry Test will be presented with a multiple-choice section of 100 questions and an open-response section asking for two brief essays. Subareas addressed in the multiple- choice section of the MTEL Chemistry Test include the Nature of Science and Properties of Matter, Chemical Reactions and Solutions, Thermodynamics, Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding, and Integration of Knowledge and Understanding. Each of these subareas accounts for 20% of the total grade for that section. The multiple choice section of MTEL Chemistry Test is 80% of the total grade weight for the exam.

The open-response section consists of two writing prompts. Each requires a response of between 150 and 300 words, or one to two pages. Candidates' responses will be evaluated by how clearly an understanding of the field is demonstrated, how fully the question was answered, what support materials were included, and the rationale upon which the argument was based. These questions account for 10% each of the total score on the MTEL Chemistry Test.

MTEL Chemistry Test Practice Questions

1. What is another name for chemistry?

1. Alchemy
2. Central Science
3. Physical Science
4. Natural Science

2. The fundamental states of matter include:

1. Solid
2. Liquid
3. Plasma
4. All of the above

3. Which of the following statements is false?

1. Energy is the capacity to do work
2. Energy is associated with movement
3. Energy cannot change forms
4. Energy is a closed system

4. What do these items have in common: rust, film, and brown fruit?

1. Caused by chemical reactions
2. Can be used in experiments
3. All require oxygen
4. Are found in laboratories

5. Which of the following is not a chemical reaction?

1. Combustion
2. Synthesis
3. Biodiversity
4. Double displacement

Answer Key | MTEL Chemistry Test Breakdown