Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
1
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
2
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
3
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
4
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
5
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
6
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
7
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
8
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
9
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
10
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Unit
Unit Name
Learning Objective
# Days
11
Resources
Vocabulary
Assessment
HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
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HS Science Plus Standards: Chemistry 2024
SC.HSP.3 Structure and Properties of Matter
SC.HSP.3.1 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.
SC.HSP.3.1.a Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.
Assessment does not include quantitative understanding of ionization energy beyond relative trends.
SC.HSP.3.1.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the macro scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
Assessment does not include Raoult’s law calculations of vapor pressure.
SC.HSP.3.1.c Develop and use models to predict and explain forces that are in and between molecules.
Examples of intramolecular forces include bond type, polarity of bonds and, resonance structures.
Examples of intermolecular forces include hydrogen bonds, dipole-dipole.
SC.HSP.3.3.d Evaluate a solution to a complex, real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and tradeoffs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
Examples could include the effects of concentration of solutions on the freezing/boiling point (melting of ice on roadways), aspartame and caffeine in beverages, fluoride in drinking water.
SC.HSP.3.3.e 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.
Assessment is limited to alpha, beta, and gamma radioactive decays.
SC.HSP.3.3.f Develop and use models to describe and predict mechanisms of the quantum mechanical model of the atom.
Examples of representation include Aufbau Diagram, Hund’s Rule, Pauli Exclusion, and orbital shapes, Hybridization of orbitals, and electron configuration.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.g Evaluate the evidence supporting claims about how atoms absorb and emit energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation.
Examples include using mathematical relationships to demonstrate the relationship between observed light spectrum, wavelength of light and emission spectrum.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.3.3.h Use mathematical representations to quantify matter through the analysis of patterns in chemical compounds at different scales.
Emphasis is on the mole concept, empirical formula, molecular formula, percent composition, and law of constant composition.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4 Energy: Chemistry
SC.HSP.4.2 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of the interactions of energy.
SC.HSP.4.2.a Use statistical and mathematical techniques to describe qualitative and quantitative thermodynamic relationships.
Thermodynamic relationships may include: Enthalpy, Hess’s Law, Heats of Formation.
Examples of data displays or graphs could include energy diagrams to communicate bond energies of products or reactants.
Lab investigations may include calorimetry.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.b Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence of how the Kinetic Molecular Theory and gas laws are related.
Examples include Dalton’s Law of particle pressures, Graham’s Law of Diffusion and Effusion, and empirical gas laws.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.c Analyze and interpret data to explain changes in energy within a system and/or energy flows in and out of a system.
Emphasis is on the use of mathematical expressions to describe the change in energy within the system. Investigations could include electrochemistry (electrolysis).
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.4.2.d Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
Examples could include alternative energies, carbon footprint, and crude oil refining process.
SC.HSP.5 Chemical Reactions
SC.HSP.5.3 Gather, analyze, and communicate evidence of chemical reactions.
SC.HSP.5.3.a Plan and conduct an investigation to generate evidence that answers scientific questions related to changes in solution chemistry.
Examples include titrations, solubility, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.b Use a model to identify electron transfer and balance a redox reaction. Emphasis would be on using half reaction method for balancing equations and understanding electron transfer.
Examples include electrochemical cells and electroplating.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.c Use mathematical and/or computational representations to predict and explain relationships within chemical systems.
Examples include stoichiometric calculations, gas stoichiometry, limiting reactant, empirical formula/molecular formula calculations, % comp % yield.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.d Use mathematical representations to analyze the proportion and quantity of particles in solution.
Emphasis is on molarity and developing net ionic equations.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.)
SC.HSP.5.3.e Plan and conduct an investigation to predict the outcome of a chemical reaction based on patterns of chemical properties.
Examples of reaction types could include single replacement, double replacement, etc.
Examples of patterns could include the use of solubility rules, activity series.
(This is an upper-level course indicator. It is not recommended for all students.).
SC.HS.5.3.f 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, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.