Chemistry

toc = Chemistry Course Description = In this course the focus will be on the abstract and mathematical foundation of chemistry. Chemistry is a college-preparatory course intended to lay the foundation for future work in the science and humanities. It is a challenging elective course designed as an introduction to the world of chemistry. This course is highly recommended to the college-bound or technical school student. This course provides excellent mathematical preparation for college chemistry, AP Chemistry or other advanced science courses. Emphasis is placed on the use of chemical language and the ability to manipulate data. Early units familiarize students with chemical experimentation, lab safety and the language of chemistry. Later units delve into atomic theory, stoichiometry, gas laws, periodicity and the periodic table, the electromagnetic spectrum and descriptive chemistry.

= Vocabulary =

=Concept maps=

= Topic List =

Matter and Change

 * Classification of matter
 * Chemical/physical change

Metal Ions and Polyatomic Ions
(Ongoing requirement for Semester 1)

Scientific Measurement and Dimensional Analysis

 * Significant figures
 * Metric system
 * Dimensional analysis calculations
 * Density as a relationship between mass and volume

Atomic Structure

 * Historic models of the atom
 * Subatomic particles –p+, n0 and e-
 * Relative mass
 * Isotopes
 * Calculating atomic mass

Electrons in Atoms and Chemical Periodicity

 * Electromagnetic radiation and atomic emission spectra
 * Electron configuration
 * Classification of elements
 * Periodic trends in electron configuration
 * Atomic radii
 * Ionization energy and electronegativity

Chemical Names and Formulas

 * Ion formation
 * Naming and writing formulas for ionic compounds
 * Binary molecular compounds and acids

Chemical Quantities: The Mole

 * Avogadro’s number
 * Molar mass
 * Molar volume
 * Percent composition
 * Empirical and molecular formulas

Chemical Reactions: Patterns and Predictions

 * Balancing chemical equations
 * Net ionic equations
 * Reaction classification and prediction of products
 * Solubility of ionic compounds in water

Chemical Calculations: Stoichiometry

 * Converting between chemical quantities
 * Mole ratios
 * Limiting and excess reagents
 * Calculating and interpreting percent yield

Thermochemistry

 * Energy transformations
 * Endothermic and exothermic reactions
 * Calculating change in enthalpy and heat
 * Hess’ Law

Bonding and Intermolecular Forces

 * Bond polarity
 * Polar molecules
 * Physical properties and intermolecular forces
 * VSEPR and molecular shapes

The Nature of Liquids and State Changes

 * Kinetic theory
 * Gas pressure/manometers
 * Vapor pressure
 * Normal boiling point
 * Phase diagrams
 * Heating and cooling curve calculations

Introduction to the Gas Laws

 * Relationship between the variables of gaseous particles
 * Volume
 * Temperature and pressure
 * Ideal Gas Law