Chemistry Honors

Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra I & Physical Science

Grades Offered: 10-12

Credit ½ - 1

SDE Course Code: 3221

MNPS Course Code: SCI6114

Course Description:

At an accelerated pace and in more depth, students will study the language of chemistry, the states of matter, the structure of matter, the behavior of substances, the chemistry of solutions and chemical bonding. Students should explore chemistry through inquiry, hands-on laboratory investigations, individual studies and group activities. Their study should include both qualitative and quantitative descriptions of matter, and the changes that matter undergoes. Students should practice the necessary precautions for performing safe inquiries and activities, and appreciate the risks and benefits of producing and using chemical substances. Chemistry is required for all medical and health-oriented careers, as well as careers involving agriculture, engineering and homemaking.

Honors Courses: Honors courses to be eligible to receive the addition of 3 points to the grades used to calculate the semester average must substantially exceed the content standards, learning expectations, and performance indicators as approved by the State Board of Education.

Framework of Standards for Honors Courses: All honors courses must include multiple assessments exemplifying coursework (such as short answer, constructed–response prompts, performance-based tasks, open-ended questions, essays, original or creative interpretations, authentic products, portfolios, and analytical writing. Additionally the honors course shall include these four following components:

1. Projects that apply course curriculum to relevant or real world situations. These may include oral presentations, power point presentations, or other modes of sharing findings. (Connection of the project to the community is strongly encouraged.)

2. Open-ended investigations in which the student selects the questions and designs the research.

3. Integration of appropriate technology into the course of study. Suggested technology includes but is not limited to:

a. Microscopy and or use of Flexible Camera Apparatus

b. Computer probes and or sensors

c. Calculator probes and or sensors

d. Digital microscopy

e. Internet

f. Laboratory equipment

4. Extensive opportunities for problem solving experiences through imagination, critical analysis, and application.

Additionally, select at least one or more component.

5. Extended reading assignments that connect with the specified curriculum.

6. Research-based writing assignments that address and extend the course curriculum.

7. Writing assignments that demonstrate a variety of modes purposes and styles.

· Examples of modes include narrative, descriptive, persuasive, expository, and expressive.

· Examples of purpose include to inform, entertain, and persuade.

· Examples of style include formal, informal, literary, analytical, and technical.

8. Deeper exploration of the culture, values, and history of the discipline (ethical implications of technology).

9. Job shadowing experiences with presentations which connect class study to the world of work.

Course of Study:

Measurements and Calculations

create data tables and graphs from experimental data
list and describe the steps of the scientific method
use conversion factors, dimensional analysis, and ratio and proportion to convert between quantities
explain how to round off numbers
record measurements and results of calculations using the correct number of significant figures
express large and small numbers in scientific notation and perform calculations in scientific notation
analyze data by computing percent error
design an experiment using the steps of the scientific method

Atomic Structure

categorize an element as a metal, metalloid, nonmetal, or noble gas based on its position in the periodic table
distinguish among protons, neutrons, and electrons with regard to their relative mass, relative charge, and location in an atom
identify the major characteristics of various models of the atom-Democritus, Thomson, Rutherford, Bohr, and the modern quantum mechanical model
determine the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom or ion, given the symbol of the atom or ion and a periodic table or vice-versa
determine the Lewis electron-dot structure or number of valence electrons for an atom of any main group element (1, 2,13-19), given its atomic number or its position in the periodic table
compare s,p,d, and f orbitals in an energy level in terms of general shape, energy and/or numbers of electrons possible
calculate the average atomic mass of an element from percent distribution and masses of isotopes
write the arrangement of electrons by electron configuration
calculate the average atomic mass of an element from percent distribution and masses of isotopes
predict periodc trends (atomic radius, ionization energy, electronegativity, electron affinity, ionic size)
classify radiations on the electromagnetic spectrum based on wavelength and frequency
predict the nuclear reaction for alpha and beta radioactive decay
demonstrate a basic understanding of nuclear chemistry (fission and fusion)

Matter and Energy

identify a pure substance as element or compound, when given its chemical name or formula
distinguish among elements, compounds, solutions, colloids, and suspensions, given examples
classify changes in matter as physical or chemical, given examples
distinguish between heat content and temperature when given a unit, a definition, or an example
distinguish among gases, liquids, and solids in terms of particle spacing and relative movement, given a diagram
predict the effect of changing one gas variable (volume, temperature, or pressure) on another variable
demonstrate an understanding of the law of conservation of matter, given experimental data
categorize a process as endothermic or exothermic, given an example

Interactions of Matter

distinguish between a chemical symbol and a chemical formula, given examples.
identify the parts (reactants and products) in a chemical reaction given a balanced chemical equation
identify the types of chemical reactions (composition, decomposition, double displacement, and single replacement), given a balanced equation
predict products of a single or double replacement reaction, given an activity series
determine the number of atoms, formula units, or molecules of a particular substance, given a balanced equation
describe the roles of the oxidizing agnet and the reducing agent in a redox reaction
distinguish between ionic and covalent compounds, given binary formulas
identify the formula for a compound using a periodic table, and a list of common ions, given the name of the compound
identify the name of compounds and common acids (sulfuric acid, nitric acid, hydrochloric acid, acetic acid and phosphoric acid), using a periodic table and list of common ions
select a correctly balanced equation, when given examples or word equations
convert between any two of the following quantities of substance: mass, number of particles, number of moles, molar volume at standard temperature and pressure
determine molar ratios expressed in balanced chemical equations and solve mass to mass stochiometry problems
use stoichiometry to predict product yield
analyze percent composition of the elements, given the formula

Solutions and Acids/Bases

classify substances as inorganic acids or bases from the formula
identify acids and bases based on Arrhenius, Lewis, and Bronsted-Lowry acid-base theories
identify the solute and solvent in a solid, liquid, or gaseous solution, given its composition
classify a solution as saturated, unsaturated, or supersaturated, given the composition of the solution and a solubility graph
calculate the concentration of a solution in terms of molarity or mass percent, given mass of solute, and mass or volume of solution
classify a substance as a acid or base, given at least two of its properties (e. g. color of litmus, color of phenolphthalein, taste, pH and slippery or non-slippery)

Reading: In addition to the use of the textbook, students are expected to read from a variety of sources including essays, studies, newspapers/periodicals, maps, charts, graphs, science cartoons, and other documents. Students are expected to gain literal understandings of readings and also interpret, analyze, and evaluate information from readings.

Writing: Students are expected to write regularly and effectively in various domains including: narrative, descriptive, persuasive, analytical, and practical. Suggested written assignments include: essays, journals, lab reports, and research papers.

Standards: MNPS standards for Chemistry can be accessed at:
http://www.mnps.org/PageFactory.aspx?PageID=3353

State Chemistry standards can be found at: http://www.state.tn.us/education/ci/cigateendofcourse/cichemeoc.htm

Textbooks: Modern Chemistry; Holt Rinehart, and Winston

Required/Recommended Resources:

Laboratory facility with access to a source of water, natural gas, and electricity for lab equipment; required
Various types of chemicals, lab equipment and apparatus for inquiry investigations; (e.g. balances, common glassware, Bunsen burners, thermometers, etc.); required
Basic safety equipment (e.g. goggles, aprons, safety shower, eyewash, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, fire blanket, sharps disposal, etc.); required
Calculators; required
Use of micro/small scale or macro-scale chemistry laboratory student experiences frequently; required
TV-DVD/VCR recommended
Interactive CDs
Access to computers that are web-accessible; recommended
Computer-based probe ware such as light sensors, motion detectors, heat probes, pH meters, etc. (recommended)
Other equipment: scientific calculators, hot plates, burets; recommended
American Chemical Society http://www.chemistry.org
American Chemistry Council http://www.americanchemistry.com/
International Union of Pure and Applied Science http://www.iupac.org/dhtml_home.html
Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory http://www.fnal.gov/
Flinn Scientific http://www.flinnsci.com/resources.asp
National Science Teacher Association http://nsta.org/
http://www.internet4classrooms.com/chemistry.htm
http://www.webelements.com/
http://www.sciencegeek.net