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| 1 |
Principles of Chemistry: Atomic Structure |
Structure of the atom, isotopes, electronic configuration, periodic trends |
| 2 |
Bonding and Structure |
Ionic, covalent, and metallic bonding; giant structures and their properties |
| 3 |
Chemical Formulae, Equations, and Calculations |
Relative formula mass, moles, empirical and molecular formula, stoichiometry |
| 4 |
Acids, Bases, and Salts |
Properties of acids and bases, neutralization, preparing salts, and pH scale |
| BLOCK 2 |
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| 5 |
Electrochemistry |
Electrolysis processes, extraction of metals, and electrochemical cells |
| 6 |
Energy Changes |
Exothermic and endothermic reactions, energy profile diagrams, and bond energy calculations |
| 7 |
Rates of Reaction |
Collision theory, factors affecting rate, and experimental methods |
| 8 |
Chemical Tests |
Tests for gases, anions, cations, and identifying unknown substances |
| BLOCK 3 |
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| 9 |
The Periodic Table and Group Trends |
Group 1, Group 7, and Group 0 elements; periodic trends |
| 10 |
Organic Chemistry |
Alkanes, alkenes, crude oil, polymers, and ethanol production |
| 11 |
The Atmosphere and Sustainability |
Composition of the atmosphere, pollutants, and sustainable resource use |
| 12 |
Practical Skills and Data Analysis |
Review required practicals, graph interpretation, and evaluating methods |
