Course # 223

5 Periods

5 Credits

Prerequisites: 80 average in Geometry H, Algebra 2 (currently) and 80 or better in Biology 213 or better in Biology 212.

This is an advanced course, which is organized around a central theme: the properties of matter are a consequence of its chemical structure. A balanced approach is presented in combining chemical theories and concepts with quantitative problems. Students will find this material challenging and will be encouraged to think independently throughout the course. Topics of study include scientific laboratory writing skills, factor-label method to problem solving, formula and equation writing, stoichiometry and the mole, atomic and molecular structure, periodicity of periodic table, gas laws. thermodynamics, equilibrium and acid/base chemistry, redox reactions. and chemical rates.