Students' thinking about chemical analysis: an investigation within the conceptual profile theoretical framework

Key Points

• The study aims to explore students' various thinking processes regarding chemical analysis through a conceptual profile framework.
• Utilized a qualitative approach to gather data.
• Employed a deductive-inductive methodology to analyze thinking processes.
• Analyzed responses to understand conceptual models of chemical analysis.
• Identified multiple thinking patterns among students regarding chemical analysis.
• Revealed how these patterns align with conceptual profile zones.
• Highlighted variations in understanding and interpretation of chemical analysis concepts.