Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Abitur Chemistry exam-day guide
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Abitur Chemistry · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Admission document (Einladung/Prüfungsanmeldung) and photo ID
Bring the invitation or registration confirmation issued by your school or the zuständige Behörde together with a valid photo ID (Personalausweis or passport). Confirm with your school which documents are accepted and whether a copy is sufficient, since rules can differ between Prüfungsausschüsse.
Approved reference materials for the written exam
In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern the Abitur regulations generally allow a Wörterbuch zur deutschen Rechtschreibung and, for some tasks, a Formelsammlung or Periodensystem. Confirm with the provider exactly which aids are permitted for your course (Grundkurs/Leistungskurs) and subject, and whether they may contain handwritten notes.
Calculator permitted by the Prüfungsausschuss
Only use a calculator whose model is explicitly allowed. Many schools prohibit programmable or grafikfähige Rechner unless they are in a cleared Prüfungsmodus. Confirm the exact model list and reset requirements with your teacher before exam day.
Writing instruments and spare pens
Bring several blue or black ballpoint or fountain pens, a pencil, eraser, and ruler. Confirm with the provider whether pencil is acceptable for diagrams only and whether correction fluid is allowed.
Geometrical tools for science and maths tasks
Zirkel, Geodreieck, and Lineal are commonly needed for chemistry tasks involving structure drawings or graphs. Check the task instructions in advance to know what is required.
Wristwatch (non-smart)
A simple analogue or digital watch without communication or storage functions helps you pace the exam if the room clock is not visible. Smartwatches and fitness trackers are generally not permitted; confirm with the provider.
Food and drink in a clear container
Bring water and a small snack for longer written exams. Confirm with the provider whether drinks are allowed at the desk and whether containers must be transparent.
Review the task structure and point allocation in advance
Know how many tasks you must choose from and how many points each part carries. In chemistry Abitur papers you often select from several Aufgaben; confirm the selection rules with your teacher.
Prepare a timing plan for the exam length
Note the total writing time and divide it across tasks, leaving time for reading and checking. Confirm the exact duration and any Einlesezeit with the provider, as these can vary by subject and course level.
Know the location, room, and arrival time
Visit the exam building beforehand if possible and plan your journey with buffer. Confirm the exact room and reporting time with your school, since these are set locally.
Check permitted language aids for bilingual or DaZ candidates
If you are entitled to a bilingual dictionary or other support, confirm the rules and approval process with the provider well before the exam.
Nachteilsausgleich arrangements confirmed in writing
If you have an approved Nachteilsausgleich (e.g., extra time or a separate room), confirm the details in writing with the school. Do not assume arrangements carry over automatically; they must be granted by the Prüfungsausschuss.
Plan the day
Review the official task instructions and permitted aids for your chemistry course. Re-read your summaries of the major topic areas (e.g., organische Chemie, Reaktionskinetik, Gleichgewichte, Elektrochemie, Redox, Säure-Base) and practice one timed task under exam conditions. Confirm the room, reporting time, and any Nachteilsausgleich with your school.
Do a second timed practice task focusing on the task types you find hardest. Check that your calculator, Formelsammlung, and dictionary are the approved versions and are in good condition. Prepare your bag with all documents and materials so nothing is left to the last minute.
Light review only: skim formula sheets, reaction schemes, and key definitions rather than learning new material. Lay out clothes, ID, admission document, pens, calculator, and snacks. Set two alarms, avoid late-night cramming, and aim for a full night's sleep.
Eat a proper breakfast and arrive at the exam building with a buffer of at least 20–30 minutes. Leave phones and smart devices switched off and stored as instructed. Check in with the Aufsicht and confirm your seat and any last instructions.
Read all task options carefully before choosing. Mark the tasks you will answer and note the point values and time budget for each. Skim the material provided (texts, diagrams, tables) to plan your approach.
Work through tasks in your planned order, watching the clock. Write structured answers with clear headings and show calculation steps. If a task blocks you, move on and return later. Reserve the final 10–15 minutes to check units, significant figures, and completeness.
Verify that all chosen tasks are answered, that your name and candidate number are on every sheet, and that you have not left required diagrams or units incomplete. Hand in all materials as instructed by the Aufsicht.
Rules to check
Bring your admission document and a valid photo ID; you may be refused entry without them. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether a copy is sufficient.
Only approved aids may be used at your desk. Unapproved calculators, smartwatches, phones, or notes are generally treated as a violation; confirm the exact list of permitted materials with the provider.
Electronic devices must be switched off and stored as directed. Do not keep a phone on your person during the exam; confirm the storage rules with the provider.
Follow the instructions of the Aufsicht at all times. If you need to leave the room, raise your hand and wait; breaks during the written exam are regulated locally, so confirm the procedure with the provider.
Scoring is based on the official Bewertungsraster for the subject, which weights content, methodology, and presentation. Confirm the exact weighting and point allocation with your teacher, since it is set in the Prüfungsordnung.
If you fall ill or cannot attend, notify your school immediately and follow the official attestation procedure. Confirm the deadlines and required medical evidence with the provider.
Any suspected Täuschungshandlung (e.g., unauthorized aids or communication) can lead to exclusion from the exam. Confirm the consequences and appeals process with the provider.
Use only the language of instruction unless a bilingual or dictionary arrangement has been approved. Confirm your entitlements with the provider before exam day.