Honors Chemistry Dr. Thibodeau tthibodeau@mvyps.org Room 321 Description: This class is an introduction to the study of chemistry.

Chemistry is the study of matter. In our investigation of chemistry, we will be looking at how matter behaves, its structure, properties, and composition, and the changes that matter undergoes under varying conditions. I expect all students to complete all homework, to participate in classroom activities, and exhibit good behavior throughout the year. All students should remain respectful to the teacher and classmates. I expect each student to: 1. Be on time: when the bell rings, I expect you to be in your seat ready for the days lesson. 2. Come to class prepared: I expect every student to come to class with their textbook, notebook, homework, calculator, and something to write with. Unless I say otherwise, all of these items are required for every class. 3. Ask for help when needed: If you are having trouble with one of the topics you should ask for help. If you cannot get your questions answered during class, you should make an appointment to meet after school. 4. Be respectful: I expect that you will treat everyone in the classroom with respect. Grading: You will be assessed using the following grading scheme: Tests/Projects Labs/Classwork Quizzes Homework Participation 35 % 25 % 20 % 15 % 5%

Expectations:

Tests/Projects: All tests will be announced at the beginning of each unit. The tests will contain information from homework, notes, and labs, and textbook readings. If you are absent the day of a test you must schedule a time to make up the test when you get back. Any projects will be assigned with sufficient advanced notice. We will have at least one project per quarter. Tests and projects are typically graded out of 100 points. Labs/Worksheets: Throughout the year we will do multiple types of in-class activities: Practice Worksheets: During class we will do worksheets to practice topics we have just learned. These are for practice and are not usually graded. POGIL groupwork: These activities are done in groups of 3-4 students and ask you to think critically about a particular topic. These activities are typically graded out of 10 points. POGIL activities are due by the beginning of the next class.

Laboratories: Labs can either be computer-based simulations or hands-on activities. While you may work in partners/groups to do the activity, you are required to submit your own reports. Reports could be in the form of worksheets which will be graded out of 25 points. The worksheets are due by the beginning of the next class. If you are asked to write a formal lab report, it will be weighted more heavily and you will be given more time to complete the report. Quizzes: Quizzes will be given periodically throughout the year. Quizzes will not be announced in advance and will focus on a small amount of information. Quizzes could contain vocabulary, explanation of a chemical concept, mathematical chemistry problems, or any combination. Quizzes are typically graded out of 10 points. ** If you miss a lab or a quiz you are not expected to make them up. You will be exempt from that assignment. We will do a lot of enrichment activities throughout the quarter, so this will not significantly effect your grade.** Homework: Homework will be given on a regular basis and completion is necessary to understand chemistry. It is expected that you will complete your homework by the following class. We will go over your homework and you must turn all of it in by the date of the unit test. No homework will be accepted after your take your test. Participation: You are expected to come to every class prepared. Your participation is made up of 5 points and is determined using the following system: 1. Do you come prepared with a notebook, calculator, pencil, and book on most days? (1 point) 2. Do you ask questions when you dont understand something. (1 point) 3. Do you answer questions and participate in classroom discussion? (1 point) 4. Do you complete all required in class practice worksheets? (1 point) 5. Do you regularly take notes? (1 point) Discipline: In my class I will enforce all the rules as outlined in the student handbook. A few highlights of these rules include: 1. Use of phones, music players, headphones are restricted in my classroom. They may never be used during a quiz or a test. You may only use one of these devices during class with my prior permission. 2. Since our class will take place in a science classroom, you will not be allowed to eat or drink during class. If you have a medical reason why you will need to eat during class, you should bring this to my attention ahead of time. This rule is to protect the health and safety of my students. Extra help is available by appointment after school and during my free periods. The following course outline will be followed in our study of chemistry.

Extra Help: Outline:

First Quarter Chapters 1&2: Introduction to Chemistry Identify areas of study in chemistry Distinguish between microscopic and macroscopic views Describe Lavoisiers contributions to chemistry Identify the steps of the scientific method Describe safety requirements in chemistry laboratories Identify properties of matter as extensive or intensive (1.1-1.3, 2.3)

Define and give examples of physical properties and physical changes Categorize mixtures as heterogeneous and homogeneous Describe techniques used for separation of mixtures Explain the difference between an element and a compound Define and give examples of chemical changes Apply the law of conservation of mass to chemical reactions Chapter 3: Scientific Measurement (Skills Standards) Convert measurements to scientific notation Distinguish among accuracy, precision, and error of a measurement Determine significant figures in a measurement and a calculated answer Lists SI units of measurement and common SI prefixes Distinguish between the mass and weight of an object Convert between the Celsius and Kelvin temperature scales Apply the technique of dimensional analysis to a variety of conversion problems Calculate density from experimental data Chapters 4, 5, & 6: Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table (2.1-2.2, 2.4, 3.1-3.4) Describe the development of the models of the atom Identify the instruments needed to observe atoms Identify three types of subatomic particles Explain what makes elements and isotopes different from one another Calculate the number of neutrons in an isotope and the atomic mass of an element Describe the energies and positions of electrons according to quantum mechanics Write electron configurations for atoms Identify the source of atomic emission spectra Distinguish between quantum mechanics and classical mechanics Explain how elements are organized in a periodic table Identify the three broad classes of elements Describe the information found in a periodic table Explain how ions form Describe trends among the elements for atomic size, ionization energy, and electronegativity Engineering Project Development (Skills Standards) Make observations, raise questions, and formulate engineering goals Devolop a process or prototype consistent with the goals Design and conduct scientific investigations to evaluate the process or prototype Analyze and interpret results critically Communicate the results with ideas for modifications Second Quarter Chapter 7: Ionic and Metallic Bonding Determine the number of valence electrons for an element Explain how the octet rule applies to atoms Describe how anions and cations form Name monatomic and polyatomic ions Name and write formulas for ionic compounds Describe properties of ionic compounds Model valence electrons of metal atoms Explain the importance of alloys Chapter 8: Covalent Bonding (4.1-4.2, 4.6)

(4.1-4.6)

Compare properties of molecular compounds and ionic compounds Describe the information a molecular formula provides Name and write formulas for molecular compounds Describe how electrons are shared to form covalent bonds Demonstrate how electron dot structures represent shared electrons Describe how atoms form double, triple, and coordinate covalent bonds Describe how the VSEPR Theory helps predict the shapes of molecules Show how electronegativity differences result in polar and nonpolar bonds Evaluate how molecular shape leads to polar and nonpolar molecules Describe Van der Waals forces, hydrogen bonding, and network solid formation Chapter 10: Chemical Quantities (5.3, 5.4) Describe methods of measuring the amount of something Define Avogadros number as it relates to a mole of a substance Describe how the mass of a mole of a substance is determined Convert between moles and mass, particles, and gas volumes at STP Calculate percent composition from a formula or from laboratory data Determine empirical and molecular formulas from percent composition or laboratory data Third Quarter Chapter 11: Chemical Reactions (5.1-5.2) Write balanced chemical equations Describe and identify examples of the five general types of reactions Chapter 25: Nuclear Reactions Describe the three main types of nuclear radiation Describe the type of decay a radioactive isotope undergoes Solve problems that involve half-life Identify the two ways that transmutation can occur Describe fission and fusion reactions Identify devices used to detect radiation Describe how radioisotopes are used in medicine (2.5-2.7)

Chapter 12: Stoichiometry (5.5-5.6) Identify the quantities conserved in all reactions Construct mole ratios from balanced equations Use equations to convert between mass, particles, and volumes of different substances Identify limiting reagents Calculate percent yield Chapters 13&14: States of Matter and the Behavior of Gases (6.1-6.3) Describe the kinetic theory Describe properties of gases, liquids, and solids Use Boyles Law for calculations involving pressure and volume Use Charless Law for calculations involving volume and temperature Use Gay-Lussacs Law for calculations involving pressure and temperature Use the Combined Gas Law for calculations involving pressure, volume, and temperature Use the Ideal Gas Law for calculations involving moles Use Grahams Law for calculations involving gas movements Use Daltons Law for mixtures of gases Chapters 15&16: Water and Solutions (4.5, 7.1-7.5)

Describe properties of water that result from its hydrogen bonding Describe how solutions are formed Demonstrate how the formula of a hydrate is written Identify factors that determine the rate at which a solute dissolves Identify factors that determine the amount of solute that will dissolve Solve problems involving solution molarity Solve problems involving solution molality Identify colligative properties of solutions Calculate the new boiling and freezing points of solutions Fourth Quarter Chapter 17: Thermochemistry (6.4) Explain how energy, heat, and work are related Classify processes as endothermic or exothermic Identify the units used to measure heat transfer Distinguish between heat capacity and specific heat Describe how calorimeters are used to measure heat flow Solve for enthalpy changes in chemical reactions by using heats of reactions Classify the enthalpy change that occurs when a substance changes phase or dissolves Solve for enthalpy changes by using Hesss Law or standard heats of formation Chapter 18: Reaction Rates and Equilibrium (6.5, 7.6) Describe how to express the rate of a chemical reaction Identify factors that influence the rate of reaction Describe chemical equilibrium and identify how stresses can change equilibrium Calculate and evaluate Keq Describe solubility equilibrium and calculate Ksp Identify characteristics of spontaneous reactions Describe the role of entropy in chemical reactions Define Gibbs free energy and use it to evaluate reactions Use energy graphs to monitor reaction progress Chapters 19&20: Acids and Bases and Oxidation-Reduction Reactions (8.1-8.4) Define the properties of acids and bases Compare and contrast the Arrhenius and Bronsted-Lowry definitions of acids and bases Describe how hydrogen and hydroxide ion concentration are related in aqueous solutions Classify a solution as neutral, acidic, or basic Calculate and evaluate pH and pOH of solutions Calculate and evaluate Ka and Kb Describe the purpose of an acid-base indicator Describe neutralization reactions Explain how titration works to calculate the concentration of an acid or base Explain how a buffer works State the characteristics of a Redox reaction Identify the oxidizing and reducing agents Determine the oxidation number of an atom Define oxidation and reduction in terms of a change in oxidation number