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Key Facts: RISE Science — Chemistry Exam
Utah RISE Chemistry is a course-based summative assessment covering the Utah SEEd Chemistry standards (Strands CHEM.1-CHEM.4). It is computer adaptive, untimed, and free; there is no pass mark, and results report a scale score plus one of four proficiency levels: Level 1 (Below Proficient), Level 2 (Approaching Proficient), Level 3 (Proficient), and Level 4 (Highly Proficient). This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation. It reinforces core chemistry concepts and calculations, but it does not replicate the official adaptive delivery, multi-item phenomena clusters, or technology-enhanced modelling tasks.
Sample RISE Science — Chemistry Practice Questions
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1An atom of carbon has an atomic number of 6 and a mass number of 14. Which statement accurately describes the subatomic composition of this carbon isotope (Carbon-14)?
2Naturally occurring chlorine exists as two stable isotopes: Chlorine-35 (atomic mass 34.97 amu, abundance 75.77%) and Chlorine-37 (atomic mass 36.97 amu, abundance 24.23%). What is the calculated average atomic mass of chlorine?
3What is the ground-state electron configuration of a neutral nitrogen atom (atomic number 7)?
4An element has the noble-gas electron configuration [Ne] 3s² 3p⁴. Which element does this configuration represent, and how many valence electrons does it have?
5Which general trend best describes atomic radius as you move from left to right across Period 3 (Na to Cl) of the periodic table?
6Why does first ionization energy generally decrease as you move down Group 1 (alkali metals) from Lithium to Cesium?
7When a sodium vapor lamp is energized, it emits a distinct bright yellow light. What subatomic process is responsible for producing this emission spectrum?
8The speed of light is 3.00 × 10⁸ m/s and Planck's constant is 6.626 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s. What is the energy of a photon emitted from a red laser pointer with a wavelength of 6.63 × 10⁻⁷ m?
9Which isoelectronic species has the largest ionic radius: N³⁻, O²⁻, F⁻, Na⁺, Mg²⁺, or Al³⁺?
10What is the ground-state electron configuration of a neutral iron atom (Fe, atomic number 26)?
About the RISE Science — Chemistry Exam
Comprehensive practice bank for Utah high school students preparing for the RISE Chemistry summative assessment, structured around Utah SEEd Strands CHEM.1 to CHEM.4.
Assessment
Phenomena-based item clusters, selected-response, and technology-enhanced tasks delivered online through the RISE portal.
Time Limit
Untimed
Passing Score
No pass/fail cut score; results report a scale score plus one of four proficiency levels (Level 3 = Proficient)
Exam Fee
$0 (state-funded; free for Utah public school students) (Utah State Board of Education)
RISE Science — Chemistry Exam Content Outline
SEEd Strand CHEM.1: The Structure and Properties of Atoms
Explores the internal structure of atoms, isotopes, electron configurations ($1s^2 2s^2 2p^6...$), valence shell dynamics, emission spectra, effective nuclear charge, and periodic trends including atomic radius, first ionization energy, electronegativity, and ionic radii across periods and groups.
SEEd Strand CHEM.2: The Structure and Properties of Molecules
Investigates ionic, covalent, and metallic bonding models based on electronegativity differences, Lewis electron dot structures, octet rule exceptions, VSEPR molecular shapes (linear, bent, trigonal planar, tetrahedral, trigonal pyramidal), dipole moments, and intermolecular forces (LDF, dipole-dipole, hydrogen bonding).
SEEd Strand CHEM.3: Stability and Change in Chemical Systems
Focuses on balancing chemical equations, classifying reaction types (synthesis, decomposition, single replacement, double replacement, combustion), mole calculations using Avogadro's number ($6.022 \times 10^{23}$ particles/mol), mole-to-mass and mass-to-mass stoichiometry, limiting reactant determination, theoretical vs actual percent yield, and solution molarity.
SEEd Strand CHEM.4: Energy in Chemical Systems
Examines energy transfers in chemical systems, exothermic and endothermic enthalpy changes (\Delta H), potential energy diagrams, activation energy ($E_a$), collision theory, factors influencing reaction rates, role of catalysts, dynamic chemical equilibrium, Le Chatelier's principle, and equilibrium constant expressions ($K_{eq}$).
How to Pass the RISE Science — Chemistry Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: No pass/fail cut score; results report a scale score plus one of four proficiency levels (Level 3 = Proficient)
- Assessment: Phenomena-based item clusters, selected-response, and technology-enhanced tasks delivered online through the RISE portal.
- Time limit: Untimed
- Exam fee: $0 (state-funded; free for Utah public school students)
Keys to Passing
- Work through all 100 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Utah RISE High School Chemistry assessment?
RISE (Readiness, Improvement, Success, and Empowerment) Chemistry is Utah's course-based summative science assessment. Administered by the Utah State Board of Education to students in a RISE-rostered Chemistry course, it measures proficiency on the Utah SEEd High School Chemistry standards, Strands CHEM.1-CHEM.4, and is reported independently from the other RISE science course tests.
How are student results and proficiency levels reported on RISE Chemistry?
There is no pass or fail mark. Students receive a scale score plus one of four proficiency levels: Level 1 (Below Proficient), Level 2 (Approaching Proficient), Level 3 (Proficient), and Level 4 (Highly Proficient). Reports also break performance down by reporting category.
How long is the RISE Chemistry test and what does it cost?
RISE assessments are not timed, and there is no fee. RISE is state-funded testing for Utah public and charter school students. For 2026-27, the grades 9-10 science summative window runs March 9 to May 14, 2027.
How is the official RISE High School Chemistry exam formatted?
It is delivered online through the Utah RISE portal as a computer-adaptive, matrix-designed test. Students evaluate real-world scenarios, experimental data tables, molecular models, and graphs through phenomena-based item clusters and technology-enhanced item types.
Does this practice question bank replace the official RISE testing portal?
No. This is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation, not an official practice test. It supports standards knowledge, calculation mastery, and phenomena analysis, but it does not reproduce the adaptive delivery, phenomena clusters, or technology-enhanced tasks administered via the state RISE portal. Use the free training tests on the Utah RISE portal to practise the real interface.