Chem Unit 02 Measurements and Calculations

Unit 02: Measurements and Calculations

I understand that science collects and analyzes data in order to explain and predict what happens in our world.

Target 02-01 Analyze and interpret data and mathematical relationships.

"I can" statements:

02-01 a:  Make a standard line of best fit (scatter plot) graph that includes the slope bracket and calculations for slope.

02-01 b:  Determine if a graph indicates an inversely proportional or a directly proportional relationship between variables.

02-01 c:  Use percent discrepancy to evaluate data for accuracy.

02-01 d:  Use a graph relationship to identify a chemical.

02-01 e:  Use laboratory data to determine the density of a material.


Target 02-02 Use the science and engineering practices.

"I can" statements:

02-02 a:  Apply the science and engineering practices to a lab situation.

02-02 b:  Classify topics as hypotheses, scientific laws, scientific theories, and models.

02-02 c:  Make qualitative and quantitative observations. 


Target 02-03 Collect quantitative and qualitative data with accuracy and precision.

"I can" statements:

02-03 a:  Distinguish between accuracy and precision.

02-03 b:  Determine the number of significant digits in a measurement.

02-03 c:  Measure and represent the number with the correct number of significant digits.

02-03 d:  Perform addition and subtraction calculations and give an answer with the correct number of significant digits.

02-03 e:  Perform multiplication and division calculations and give an answer wit the correct number of significant digits.

02-03 f:  Express numbers in scientific notation and write standard notation for numbers expressed in scientific notation.

02-03 g:  Use descriptive vocabulary to describe a material or change.


Target 02-04 Use dimensional analysis to solve chemistry problems.

"I can" statements:

02-04 a:  Transform a statement of equality into a conversion factor.

02-04 b:  Use conversion factors and dimensional analysis to convert from one SI unit to another.

Target 00-01 I can write technically.  I can communicate in subject specific style.

Target 00-02 I can use symbols for ions and identify ions from their symbols.

Target 00-03 I can use the Periodic Table to predict qualities of elements.