Course Description:

Chemistry I is an introductory college preparatory laboratory course in inorganic chemistry. The course explores atomic and molecular structure to understand various physical and chemical properties of matter. Students must be able to explain chemical concepts and make calculations involving unit conversions and simple algebraic equations. Chemistry, like geometry, requires spatial reasoning and visualization skills. Laboratory experiments are used throughout the year to demonstrate the experimental foundations of the subject matter, to reinforce content learned through lecture, discussion and readings, and to teach laboratory techniques and safety. This course is best suited for students who successfully take math at the “advanced” level. Students who were highly successful (A or B+ average) in Algebra I may be successful in Chemistry I.