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CSCA Exam Syllabus (2026)
- 60 min
- 48 Questions
- 100 Points
Sets and Inequalities
- Definition, operations, and representation of sets
- Properties and solution methods of inequalities (quadratic, rational, etc.)
Functions
- Concepts and properties: domain, range, monotonicity, parity
- Elementary functions: power, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric
- Sequences: general term and sum of arithmetic & geometric progressions
- Basics of derivatives and calculus: definitions, geometric meaning, simple applications
Geometry and Algebra
- Plane analytic geometry: equations and properties of lines, circles, ellipses, hyperbolas, parabolas
- Vectors and complex numbers: operations and properties
- Solid geometry: spatial coordinate system and properties of solids
Probability and Statistics
- Classical probability model and calculations
- Numerical characteristics of data (mean, variance, etc.)
- Basic concepts of normal distribution
Basic Chemical Concepts and Calculations
- Classification and state changes of matter
- Chemical symbols, formulas, and equations
- Solution concentration and pH calculations
- Mole concept and related calculations
- Ideal gas law applications
Properties and Reactions of Substances
- Common inorganic substances: elements, oxides, acids, bases, salts
- Basic organic compounds: hydrocarbons and derivatives
- Redox reactions and ionic equations
- Identification and testing methods
Chemical Theories and Laws
- Atomic structure and periodic law
- Chemical bonds and intermolecular forces
- Reaction rates and chemical equilibrium
- Theories of electrolyte solutions
Chemical Experiments and Applications
- Laboratory safety and apparatus use
- Preparation and identification of gases
- Separation and purification methods
- Industrial chemical processes (e.g., ammonia synthesis)
Mechanics
- Kinematics: displacement, velocity, acceleration, uniform and accelerated motion, free fall
- Newton's laws of motion and applications
- Momentum and impulse; conservation of momentum
- Work, energy, and conservation of mechanical energy
- Circular motion and gravitation
- Simple harmonic motion and mechanical waves
Electromagnetism
- Kinetic theory of gases
- Ideal gas equation
- First law of thermodynamics
Thermodynamics
- Geometrical optics: reflection and refraction
- Physical optics: interference and diffraction
Optics
- Classical probability model and calculations
- Numerical characteristics of data (mean, variance, etc.)
- Basic concepts of normal distribution
Modern Physics
- Photoelectric effect
- Atomic structure
- Basics of nuclear physics