MR. BECKWITH

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MS. SVEREIKA

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Quarter 1

1. Unit 1 Matter-How do we classify the various forms of matter that exist around us? 

•  Accurately use/interpret models to Describe the various types of Matter.

• Use/Interpret  simple models to  Classify Matter and Differentiate between Physical and Chemical Changes. 

•  Formulate an accurate method to separate a Mixture into its’ components or a compound into its’ elements. 

2. Unit 2: Energy-How does Energy play a role as matter changes?

• Explain why  a given reaction is classified as either an Exothermic or Endothermic.

• Analyze a calorimetry problem and apply the correct Heat Formula to solve.

• Predict the Boiling Point, the Normal Boiling Point, or Atmospheric Pressure/ Vapor pressure of a substance using Table H. 

• Qualitatively and Quantitatively Analyze a Heating/Cooling Curve. 

Unit 3: Gas Laws-How does the Kinetic Molecular Theory Explain the Behavior of Gases?

• Describe how an Ideal Gas behaves as changes occur to its’ volume, pressure, and or temperature.

• Summarize the Kinetic Molecular Theory of Gases (KMT) relate it to the properties of gases under various conditions.

• Explain the conditions that a gas would adhere to and deviate from the KMT.

Quarter 2

1. Unit 4: Atomic Structure-How does the internal structure of the atom relate to the observed behavior of the elements?

• Analyze experimental Models of the Atom, and use them to Describe the internal Structure of the Atom.

• Describe how the individual particles composing an atom contribute to its mass and other properties.

• Describe how light is produced by electrons and  how it is used to Identify elements.

2. Unit 5: Chemical Bonds-How are chemical bonds formed and how does the bond type influence the properties of compounds? 

• Explain the differences between Ionic, Molecular, and Metallic substances based upon their properties.

• Formulate the Lewis Dot Structure of Bonded substances and Predict the Noble Gas Configuration Atom they will achieve.

• Summarize the differences between non-polar covalent and polar covalent bonds and Compare and Contrast the physical properties of substances. 

3. Unit 6: Periodic Table-How was the periodic table developed and how does it relate to the physical and chemical properties of elements? 

• Explain the placement of an unknown element in the Periodic Table based upon its Properties.

• Classify Elements as Metals, Non-metals, and Semi-Metals or Noble Gases based upon their properties.

• Describe the States (Phases) of the Elements at STP. 

• Compare and Contrast the properties of Elements within a group or a period and relate how and why these changes occur in each.

Quarter 3

1. Unit 7: Chem Math-How does the Law of Conservation of Matter apply to Chemical Formulas and Equations?

• Be able to define and identify the four main types of Chemical reactions (Synthesis, Decomposition, Single and Double Replacement) and describe what happens during each reaction.

• Show how the Law of Conservation of Mass applies to both Chemical Formulas and Equations. 

2. How are solutions different from other types of mixtures? 

• Interpret Solution Concentration Data or Solubility Curves and  Describe/Calculate solution concentrations.

• Describe the Effects of a Solute on the properties of a Solution.  

3. Unit 8: Kinetics and Equilibrium

• Explain how outside factors can influence the rate of a chemical reaction.  

• Describe how Reactions behave at equilibrium and the effects of a stress on the equilibrium.

• Distinguish between Exo/Endo thermic reactions given different forms of a reaction.  

4. Unit 9: Acids and Bases

• Identify  Electrolytes, Acids and Bases from their Chemical Formula’s or their behavior in solutions.  

• Calculate the concentration or volume of a Acid or Base needed to neutralize a solution.  

•  Interpret changes in Acid-Base Indicators.

Quarter 4

1. Unit 10: Organic Chemistry-Why are carbon based compounds so unique and important in our lives? 

• Classify or Model simple  Hydrocarbons or Functional Groups based on their name or structure.

• Categorize Simple Organic Reactions and Identify the missing component of a reaction. 

2. Unit 11: Redox and Electrochemistry: How can the transfer of electrons influence chemical reactions and create energy? 

• Explain the transfer of electrons in a Redox Reaction and how it adheres to the Conservation of Charge.  

• Compare and contrast Voltaic and Electrolytic Cells.

•  Predict the spontaneity of a Redox Reaction

3. Unit 13: Nuclear Chemistry

• Use Models of to Explain the changes that a nucleus undergoes during a Transmutation.  

• Predict the decay type,  initial amount, the fraction remaining, or the half-life of a radioisotope in a Nuclear Decay problem.  

• Evaluate the use of Radioisotopes in Society.