Praxis Chemistry CK (Praxis Chemistry: Content Knowledge (5245)) — Free Online Mock Test

Praxis · ~125 selected-response in 2.5h. Matter & atomic structure, bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, kinetics & equilibrium. · Official language: English.

Intermediate United States Teaching & Research 60 questions 150 min 50 distinct variants
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Praxis Chemistry CK exam at a glance

60
Questions
150
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Praxis Chemistry CK key facts & eligibility

Praxis Chemistry CK at a glance — verified exam facts
Conducting bodyETS (Educational Testing Service) — The Praxis Tests
Official websiteets.org/praxis ↗
ModePraxis Chemistry: Content Knowledge, test code 5246 (the revised version of the former 5245, which is still accepted) — a subject-area licensure exam for prospective secondary chemistry teachers. It is a computer-delivered selected-response test.
FrequencyOffered by appointment during testing windows at Praxis test centres and online.
Scoring & markingIt has about 125 selected-response questions in 150 minutes, with an on-screen periodic table and a table of physical constants and SI unit conversions provided. Content covers the nature and impact of science and engineering, principles and models of matter and energy, chemical composition/bonding/structure, chemical reactions and periodicity, and solutions and acid-base chemistry. Each state sets its own passing score.
Score validityPraxis scores are typically reportable for about 10 years; states set their own recency rules.
LanguageEnglish.

Who is eligible for Praxis Chemistry CK?

Taken by prospective secondary chemistry teachers for state licensure; requirements are set by each state.

Last verified July 2026 against ETS — Praxis Chemistry: Content Knowledge (5246). Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

Praxis Chemistry CK section breakdown

The Praxis Chemistry CK mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.

Praxis Chemistry CK scoring & marking scheme

+1
Per correct answer
0
Per wrong answer
0
Per blank / skipped
100–1000
Scaled score range

Strategy: Praxis Chemistry CK has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.

Scale: Praxis Chemistry CK (pass 700/1000).

How Praxis Chemistry CK is conducted

Praxis Chemistry CK time strategy

With 60 questions in 150 minutes, you have about 150 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:

Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.

Praxis Chemistry CK topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of Praxis Chemistry CK, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

Praxis Chemistry CK (60 Q)

Praxis Chemistry CK difficulty calibration

Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.

Praxis · ~125 selected-response in 2.5h. Matter & atomic structure, bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, kinetics & equilibrium. · Official language: English.

Verified content — Wrexa Edge's Praxis Chemistry CK bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).

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Expert take: what Praxis Chemistry CK really tests

Praxis Chemistry: Content Knowledge (5246, the revised form of 5245) is the secondary-chemistry licensure content exam — about 125 selected-response questions in 150 minutes, with an on-screen periodic table and a constants table provided. It covers matter and energy, bonding and structure, reactions and periodicity, and solutions and acid-base chemistry. States set their own passing scores.

Preparation tips

  • Drill stoichiometry, bonding and equilibrium until automatic.
  • Practise using the provided periodic table and constants.
  • Confirm you register for the current code (5246); 5245 is still accepted.

⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid

  • Memorising facts without practising quantitative problem-solving.
  • Not learning your specific state’s passing score.

Praxis Chemistry CK study plan

A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.

1 Phase 1 — Matter & bonding Weeks 1–4
  • Structure of matter and energy
  • Composition, bonding and structure
  • Selected-response practice
2 Phase 2 — Reactions & solutions Weeks 5–7
  • Reactions, periodicity and stoichiometry
  • Solutions and acid-base chemistry
  • Practice with the provided periodic table
3 Phase 3 — Mocks Final weeks
  • Full ~125-question timed practice
  • Use the provided constants efficiently
  • Meet your state’s passing score

Where Praxis Chemistry CK can take you

A strong Praxis Chemistry CK result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

Best books & official prep for Praxis Chemistry CK

Official practice: Use the free ETS Study Companion for 5246 and practise with the provided periodic table and constants; review general chemistry thoroughly.

Previous-year papers: ETS provides official practice questions; there are no released full past papers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Praxis Chemistry CK exam pattern?
Praxis Chemistry: Content Knowledge (5245) contains 60 questions across 1 section: Praxis Chemistry CK (60 Q). Total duration is 150 minutes (about 150 seconds per question).
Does Praxis Chemistry CK have negative marking?
No — Praxis Chemistry CK has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
How is Praxis Chemistry CK scored?
Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. Praxis Chemistry CK (pass 700/1000).
How can I practise Praxis Chemistry CK online for free?
Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length Praxis Chemistry CK mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
What is the difficulty level of Praxis Chemistry CK?
Praxis Chemistry CK is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. Praxis · ~125 selected-response in 2.5h. Matter & atomic structure, bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, kinetics & equilibrium. · Official language: English.
How long is the Praxis Chemistry CK exam?
Praxis Chemistry CK runs for 150 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
What topics are covered in Praxis Chemistry CK?
Praxis Chemistry CK is split into: Praxis Chemistry CK (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Praxis · ~125 selected-response in 2.5h. Matter & atomic structure, bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, kinetics & equilibrium. · Official language: English.
What tools or aids are allowed during Praxis Chemistry CK?
No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
Is the Praxis Chemistry CK test adaptive?
No — Praxis Chemistry CK is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
How many Praxis Chemistry CK mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct Praxis Chemistry CK variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 3000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
Is there a free Praxis Chemistry CK test series 2026?
Yes. The Wrexa Edge Praxis Chemistry CK test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
Are Praxis Chemistry CK previous year question–style papers included?
Every Praxis Chemistry CK mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 60-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
Which is the best free Praxis Chemistry CK mock test online?
Wrexa Edge's Praxis Chemistry CK mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
Can I take the Praxis Chemistry CK mock test on mobile?
Yes. Praxis Chemistry CK mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
What is the Praxis Chemistry CK syllabus?
The Praxis Chemistry CK syllabus maps to its 1 section: Praxis Chemistry CK (60 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
What is the eligibility for Praxis Chemistry CK?
Eligibility for Praxis Chemistry CK — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic Praxis Chemistry CK practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
When is the Praxis Chemistry CK exam and how should I prepare?
Official Praxis Chemistry CK exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free Praxis Chemistry CK mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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