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GCSE Combined Science glossary

Last updated: 10/07/2025
Contributor: Teachit Author
Complete glossary for GCSE combined science
Key stage
Exam board
Category
Chemistry
Resource type
Knowledge organisers
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Help students develop their vocabulary confidence across Biology, Chemistry and Physics with this comprehensive 72-page GCSE Combined Science glossary, an essential revision tool to support exam success.

What's included

  • Detailed glossary aligned with AQA, Edexcel and OCR specifications, with clear, student-friendly definitions for over 500 key terms
  • Two editable Word document versions - one complete with definitions and one with keywords only - ideal for active recall and differentiated learning
  • Alphabetised format with plural forms, alternative terms, and related concepts clearly indicated

Download the complete glossary as a free PDF. Subscribers can also access both complete and blank glossaries in a convenient, editable Word document format.

How to use this glossary

Perfect for both classroom teaching and independent study, this versatile glossary works brilliantly as a reference tool during lessons, a revision aid for homework and a checklist for topic reviews. Use it alongside our vocabulary worksheet to create engaging activities that help students master scientific terminology. Display key terms during lessons, create matching exercises, or use it as a base for creating topic-specific vocabulary tests. The keyword-only version is particularly useful for student self-assessment and peer learning activities.

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