Chemistry

Learning Goal:

Construct and revise an explanation for the outcome of a simple chemical reaction based on the outermost electron states of atoms, trends in the periodic table, knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties, and formation of compounds.

Estimated Time for The Week: 2 hour and 15 minutes (135 minutes)

Learn & Practice

Part 1

1. Read & practice the quizlet of vocabulary terms. Then, quiz yourself until you can get most of the terms correct.
2. While reading the article, What is a chemical reaction?: In your notebook, document the answers you find to the following questions:
   • What is a chemical reaction?
   • How you can tell a chemical reaction has taken place?
   • What examples of chemical reactions are listed in the article?

Part 2

1. Watch this video on balancing equations.
2. Go to this website and familiarize yourself with the simulation. Click all of the buttons and see what all you can do.
3. Complete this guided activity that goes along with the pHet simulation by printing or fill it out online by clicking on the link and opening as a google doc. When finished you can check your answers here.

Part 3

1. Read and take notes over the powerpoint found here on types of reactions.
2. Here is an image to help you with the reaction types. They represent synthesis, single replacement, double replacement, and decomposition.
3. Work on this reaction type and balancing practice. Once you have finished check your work here.

Part 4

1. Watch this video on reaction types.
2. Create a meme for each type of reaction (5 total memes). These should help you to visualize what these reactions look like. Look here for examples.

Part 5

1. Work on this predicting products practice. Once you have finished check your work here.

Learning Goal:

I can apply the principles of equilibrium to determine how changing the concentration of different reactants or products will affect the pH of an acidic or basic solution.

Estimated Time for The Week: 2 ½ hours (150 minutes total)

Learn & Practice:

Engage:

• Watch this video.
• Spend 90 second writing down as many questions as you can think of about the phenomena in #1. (Actually set a timer!)
• Spend 10 minutes investigating, observing, and researching, as much as your can about the phenomena in the video.

Explore:

• Explore the concept of equilibrium by watching the video found here. & then check your understanding here.
• Explore the concept of acids and bases by watching this video. While you’re watching, answer the questions found here. (Make a copy & save in your drive OR print your own copy OR copy on notebook paper!)
• You can check your answers here.

Learn & Explain:

• Learn about acids and bases by doing the webquest found here. More detailed instructions are on the document. (Make a copy & save in your drive OR print your own copy OR copy on notebook paper!)
• Answers can be found here. (but don’t cheat! You will learn more effectively by finding the answers yourself first and THEN checking them with the key)

Elaborate:

• Expand upon what you know about naming and formulas to learn how to name acids and bases. Work through these slides, then complete this follow up activity. (Make a copy & save in your drive OR print your own copy OR copy on notebook paper!)
• Answers can be found here. If the slides are confusing, or you prefer a video explanation, check out this video.

Do & Connect:

• Open the simulation linked here. Read the instructions and answer the followup questions listed here. (Make a copy & save in your drive OR print your own copy OR copy on notebook paper!)
• EXTEND on your understanding of equilibrium and pH to discover the effects of increased Carbon Dioxide on our oceans. Read the ACS Ocean Chemistry article (linked with the questions) and answer the questions here. (Make a copy & save in your drive OR print your own copy OR copy on notebook paper!)
• Once you are finished you may check your answers here.

Learning Goal:

I can develop models to illustrate the changes in the composition of the nucleus of the atom and the energy released during the processes of fission, fusion, and radioactive decay.

Estimated Time for The Week: 1 ½ hours, 90 minutes total

Learn & Practice

Engage:

• Watch this video and this video.
• What is a chain reaction? How are these videos related? Describe what you saw in the videos to someone.
• Use this worksheet to review isotopes while watching this video for an introduction to nuclear chemistry. You can check your answers here.

Explore:

• Try this simulation to see if you can run a nuclear power plant. Think about all the components that go into creating a stable environment and what you know about the process.
• Read this article. Do the benefits of using nuclear energy outweigh the risks?

Make a claim. Support your claim with evidence from the article. Then, explain why the evidence supports your claim.

Learn & Explain: Use the content below to learn some key information. Take notes as you learn:

• Essential Vocabulary: Use this Quizlet to become familiar with terms.
• Read this article to explore the history of the science of radioactive decay. Then work through some decay chemical equations.
• Watch this video on half-life.
• Try this lab that simulates half-life decay. You can find the answers here.

Elaborate: Use the resources below to go deeper and apply the learning to new levels.

• Take a field trip to a nuclear plant and explore the possibilities of nuclear power.

Do & Connect:

• Design or create your own version of a nuclear reactor or the process of fission. Share your ideas with your teacher, friend or family member.
• Find an example of nuclear energy accidents here in the state of Oklahoma and share what you learned with someone.