In this course you will learn about some of the important topics in chemistry. We will start with some essential math skills and use these to cover such topics as density, atomic structure, the nature of light, nuclear chemistry, molecular structure, moles, chemical reactions, and gases.
The grading policy of Chemistry 3 is designed to reflect how much work you put into learning. If you put in the effort to learn the material you will do well. Your grade will be based on the following categories.
If you are tardy or miss class you must present me with an absence slip from the main office. This will clearly indicate whether it was excused or unexcused. If you come to class without one you will be asked to go to the office to obtain it.
If you miss class, and it is an excused absence, then you may make up the work you missed. You must see me before class starts or after it has ended and ask for the work. It is your responsibility to find out what you missed and to do it. You must complete the work no later than the due date plus the number of days absent or the usual late penalties will apply.
Lateness is not acceptable unless you were absent and have shown me proper documentation to prove your absence was excused. Arrangements to hand in work missed when absent must be made at the first class meeting upon your return. Late work is subject to a penalty of 15 points on a 100 point assignment. Late work will be accepted only within one week of the original due date. After that it will not be accepted. Incomplete work handed in late will not be accepted. Key point: If you think you may not be able to avoid handing your work in late then speak to me at least one full day before the due date to see whether arrangements can be made.
Safety is of paramount importance in the lab. Warnings of particular hazards will be given in the introduction to each lab activity. Students will be reminded once of safety rules. Students who do not heed such reminders will have to sit out the lab and take a zero.
I will be available after school Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Also, I usually arrive at school by 7 am at the latest so seeing me before school for help is also possible. Advisory/AEAST is also a good time to see me.
If you are struggling, make an effort to come and see me. In my experience this one action can improve your understanding (and your grades) immensely.
One of the most important ways to improve your grade in my class is to do well on tests and quizzes. In order to encourage you to come in for help with your preparation I will offer 5% in extra credit points on a quiz if you come in at least once to study in my room during office hours and actively ask me questions. You must come at least one full day before the scheduled date of the quiz. This is a great opportunity to get together with friends to come in and ask questions and study together.
Second Quarter | |||
Topic
and Time |
Materials
incl. Handouts and Problems |
Lab(s) | Quiz/Test |
Atomic Structure, Isotopes, and Ions Read Ch. 04 Atoms and Elements, 4.1 - 4.8 |
POGIL: “Isotopes”
POGIL: “Ions” Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table Atomic Structure Homework Book Problems: 33 - 36, 41, 49, 51 - 66, 73 - 79, 85, 87 - 95 odd |
Lab:
Conservation of Matter
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Quiz on Atomic Structure
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Average Atomic Mass Read Ch. 04 Atoms and Elements, 4.9 Atomic Mass |
POGIL: “Average Atomic Mass”
Group Activty: Average Atomic Mass Average Atomic Mass homework Reading Assignment about the Practical Uses of Isotopes Book Problems: 97 - 101 |
Lab:
Atomic Mass and Average Atomic Mass
Home-Inquiry: Crystals |
Quiz on Average Atomic Mass |
Molecular Compound Names and
Structures Read Ch. 05 Molecules and Compounds, 5.1 - 5.6, 5.8, and 5.11 Read Ch. 10 Chemical Bonding, 10.1 - 10.7 |
POGIL: Naming Molecular Compounds
Activity: Chemical Nomenclature of Molecular Compounds Homework: Naming Molecular Compounds Additional Practice and Review How to Draw Lewis Diagrams Molecules to Draw Lewis Diagrams for Homework: Drawing Lewis Diagrams Molecule Shapes with PhET Simulator POGIL: “Molecular Geometry” Lewis Diagrams, VSEPR Building Models and VSEPR Shapes (not avail. online) Homework: Structures of Molecular and Ionic Compounds Book Problems, Ch. 05: 25, 27 - 29, 33 - 55 odd, 71 - 76, 83 - 90 Book Problems, Ch. 10: 23 - 43 odd, 46 - 60 even, 62 - 76 even |
Building Models
Lab: Glurch and Oobleck a fun activity in which the properties of colloids and polymers are investigated. |
Quiz on Molecular Compound Names and Structures |
Fourth Quarter | |||
Topic
and Time |
Materials
incl. Handouts and Problems |
Lab(s) | Quiz/Test |
Light, the Electromagnetic
Spectrum, and Atoms Read Ch. 09 Electrons in Atoms and the Periodic Table, 9.1 - 9.4 |
POGIL: “Coulombic Attraction”
POGIL: “Electron Energy and Light” Activity: Wave on a String Group Activity: Light Homework: Read about the Electromagnetic Spectrum Homework: Light Additional Problems: Light Activity: Graphing Wavelength, Frequency and Energy Book Problems: 30 - 42 |
Lab:
Electrified Objects
Van de Graff Generator Demonstration Pre-lab: Flame Tests due on the first day of the lab Lab: Flame Tests Lab: Flame Tests “At Home” Lab: Hydrogen Atom Simulator Do problems 1 - 5 for homework. The rest of the questions will be answered using an online simulator (link is on the lab page). Pre-lab: Atomic Emission lamps due on the day of the lab Lab: Atomic Emission Lamps |
Quiz on Light |
Electron Configuration Read Ch. 09 Electrons in Atoms and the Periodic Table, 9.5 - 9.8 |
POGIL: “Electron Configurations”
POGIL: “Cracking the Periodic Table Code” Activity: Electron Configuration Homework: Electron Configuration Homework: Waves vs. Particles Book Problems: 39 - 75 odd, 91 - 93, 96, 97 |
Quiz on Electron Configuration | |
Gases Read Ch. 11 Gases, 11.1 - 11.8 |
POGIL: “Gas Variables”
Activity: Gas Laws as Proportions Book Problems: 1 - 15, 27 - 31 odd, 33 - 39 odd, 43 - 55 odd, 61 - 69 odd |
Lab: Boyle’s Law with Vernier Probe | Quiz on Gases |
Nuclear Chemistry Read Ch. 17, Radioactivity and Nuclear Chemistry |
POGIL Activity: Types of Radiation
POGIL Activity: Types of Radioactive Decay POGIL Activity: Alpha and Beta Decay Sims POGIL Activity: Nuclear Equations Homework: Nuclear Chemistry Crash Course Group Activity: Half-life Basics Homework: Nuclear Chemistry Book Problems: 7 - 18, 24 - 30, 43 - 45, 51 - 56, 59 - 65 odd, 69, 74 - 77, 79 - 83, 85 |
Lab:
Geiger Counter
Half-life with PhET Simulation (by Chris Bires) Lab: Ice Cream |
Quiz on Nuclear Chemistry
Quarter 4 Test |