Comprehending Chemistry Year 12 follows the NSW HSC course. Each module is composed of clearly identified topics which are further broken down into focus areas which address the key learning points and the chemistry underpinning these key aspects. Dr Meredith Wilkes understands that many students are more visual learners, so she has included links to many videos and resources for each topic in the LOOK and LEARN section. Meredith also subscribes to the education theory of learn by doing – hence the name of the experimental sections, LEARN by DOING. The experiments have been designed to illustrate and complement the theory and many can also be performed at home – just remember to take all the necessary precautions!
Features
- Key Learning Points for each focus area
- LOOK and LEARN - links to videos and other resources
- LEARN by DOING - experiments designed to illustrate and complement the theory
- Calculations - worked examples of how to use important formulas
- Exercises - plenty of exercises for students to consolidate their learning
- Topic reviews - check that students understand the key learning points and inquiry questions before moving onto the next topic
- Review test - each Module finishes with a review test
- Sample exam (Year 12 only) - a complete sample exam with multiple-choice questions (20 marks) and written answer section (80 marks)
- Answers to all exercises and review tests included
Contents
Chemistry Skills: Becoming a chemist
Module 5: Equilibrium and Acid Reactions
- Topic One: Static and dynamic equilibrium
- Topic Two: Factors that affect equilibrium
- Topic Three: Calculating the equilibrium constant
- Topic Four: Solution equilibria
- Module 5 Review test
- Module 5 Answers
Module 6: Acid/Base Reactions
- Topic One: Properties of acids and bases
- Topic Two: Using Brønsted-Lowry theory
- Topic Three: Quantitative Analysis
- Module 6 Review test
- Module 6 Answers
Module 7: Organic Chemistry
- Topic One: Nomenclature
- Topic Two: Hydrocarbons
- Topic Three: Products of reactions involving hydrocarbons
- Topic Four: Alcohols
- Topic Five: Reactions of organic acids and bases
- Topic Six: Polymers
- Module 7 Review test
- Module 7 Answers
Module 8: Applying Chemical Ideas
- Topic One: Analysis of inorganic substances
- Topic Two: Analysis of organic substances
- Topic Three: Chemical synthesis and design
- Module 8 Review test
- Module 8 Answers
Sample Exam
- Section 1: Multiple choice questions
- Section 2: Written answer questions
- Sample Exam Answers
Appendices
- Formulae sheet
- Data sheet
- Index
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