Chemistry
Curriculum guide

Objective Code

Objective

The learner will:

Links to Science Standards

#1

Describe general steps used in solving problems and develop strategies for learning general chemistry.

12.2.1

#2

Classify matter according to its properties and characteristics.

12.3.2

#3

Demonstrate proper safety procedures.

12.2.1

#4

Explain the components of an atom and the function of each.

12.3.1

#5

Describe the significance of the periodic table by identifying trends.

12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.4, 12.3.2

#6

Classify five types of reactions and write the product predictions for each type.

12.3.3

#7

Describe the direction of energy flow within a reaction and explain the flow as a driving force for natural processes.

12.3.3, 12.3.5, 12.3.6, 12.4.5

#8

Write balanced equations.

12.3.3

#9

Compare and contrast bond types.

12.3.2

#10

Calculate masses of products and reactants using stoichiometric equations.

12.3.2, 12.3.3

#11

Describe the relationship between volume, temperature, and pressure.

12.3.2, 12.3.6

#12

Describe the process of neutralization and the formation of salts by acids and bases.

12.3.3

#13

Perform titrations to calculate the concentration of an unknown solution.

12.3.3

#14

Describe the process of dissolving and calculate the concentration of solutions.

12.3.3

#15

Identify organic compounds.

12.3.2, 13.3.3, 12.4.5

#16

Compare and contrast common polymers.

12.3.2

#17

Describe how the advancement of technology has benefited society.

12.7.6, 12.6.2

#18

Explain the importance of proper chemical disposal and the long-term effects of improper disposal.

12.7.1, 12.7.4, 12.7.5, 12.7.6

#19

Recall earlier models of the atomic theory and explain how the advances in technology have changed the theory.

12.6.2, 12.3.1

#20

Evaluate the role of the media in influencing advances in science and technology throughout the world.

12.7.1, 12.6.2