Prerequisite Chemistry 11 (SCH3U). Textbook: Chemistry 12, McGraw-Hill
Ryerson, 2011. Lab Text: Morrison, Scodellaro. Essential Experiments for
Chemistry.
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Royal St. Georgeʼs College Chemistry, Grade Twelve (SCH4U) Course Outline Instructor: Jeff Enfield Prerequisite Chemistry 11 (SCH3U) Textbook: Chemistry 12, McGraw-Hill Ryerson, 2011 Lab Text: Morrison, Scodellaro. Essential Experiments for Chemistry. SMG Lab Books 2005 Curriculum: The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12: Science, 2008 (revised) Course Description This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of organic chemistry, the structure and properties of matter, energy changes and rates of reaction, equilibrium in chemical systems, and electrochemistry. Students will further develop their problem-solving and investigation skills as they investigate chemical processes, and will refine their ability to communicate scientific information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of chemistry in everyday life and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the environment.
Evaluation Overview Evaluation methods will include unit tests, mini-tests, laboratory reports, and homework assignments. Both formal and informal laboratory reports will be assigned and graded. There will be a final exam that will account for 30% of the final grade in the course. Throughout the year and within the final exam, the course will be evaluated based on the following categories of learning: knowledge, inquiry/problem solving, application, and communication.
Evaluation Summary: Unit Tests: Mini-Tests: Laboratory Assignments: Homework Assignments: Final Exam:
35% 10% 15% 10% 30%
Laboratory Work A large emphasis will be placed on laboratory work in the following areas: • development of laboratory skills; • scientific inquiry via experimental design; • proper reporting of qualitative and quantitative data and observations; • interpretation and analysis of various types of data; • organization of formal lab reports; • examination of experimental error. All lab work must be reported in a separate loose-leaf binder. The binder must contain an updated table of contents, all initialed data, informal labs, and formal lab reports.
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Course Overview Unit I
Organic Chemistry • • • •
Functional Groups Hydrocarbons Reactions of hydrocarbons Alcohols and ethers
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Aldehydes and ketones Carboxylic acids and esters Synthesizing organic compounds
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Applications of atomic theories Bonding theories including orbital hybridization Lewis diagrams form molecules VESPR theory, molecule shape and polarity Intermolecular forces and physical properties
20 hrs (Sept - Oct)
Structure & Properties • •
Unit II
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Atomic models Electromagnetic Radiation Properties Quantum theory Quantum Numbers Atomic Orbitals Electron configurations
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20 hrs (Oct – Dec)
Energy Changes & Rates of Reaction
Unit III
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First Law of Thermodynamics Enthalpy and calorimetry Hess’s Law Standard Enthalpies of formation Present and future energy sources Spontaneous processes and entropy Entropy and the second law of thermodynamics
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The effect of temperature on spontaneity Gibb’s Free Energy Entropy changes in chemical reactions Free energy and equilibrium Reaction rates and affecting factors Rate laws and order of reaction Collision theory
20 hrs (Dec – Feb)
Chemical Equilibrium • • • • • •
Unit IV
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The equilibrium condition/constant Equilibrium expressions Applications of the equilibrium constant Solving equilibrium problems Le Chatelier’s Principle Solution composition (molarity and molality) Colligative properties Factors affecting solubility Qualitative analysis by precipitation Quantitative analysis by precipitation Solubility equilibria and the solubility product Complex ion equilibria The common ion effect
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Acid definitions (Arrhenius, Bronsted-Lowry) Acid strength The pH scale Dissociation constants (Kw, Ka, Kb) Polyprotic acids Acid-base properties of salts (hydrolysis) Effect of structure on acid-base properties Acid-base properties of oxides Lewis acids and bases Buffers (Henderson-Hasselbalch Equation) Titrations and pH curves Acid-Base Indicators
30 hrs (Feb – Apr)
Electrochemistry
Unit V
Total:
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Oxidation-reduction Balancing redox equations Standard reduction potentials Electrochemical cells Cell potential, electrical work and free energy
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Effect of concentration on cell potential (the Nernst Eqn.) Commercial cells (batteries, fuel cells) Corrosion Electrolysis (theory of electrolytic cells, Faraday’s Law, Commercial Applications
20 hrs (Apr - May)
110 hrs
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Homework Regular completion of homework is the key to success in this course. While much of the homework will not be graded, there will be various Homework Assignments throughout the year. These will be graded and incorporated into the final grade for this course.
Other Expectations 1. All assigned work is to be completed and handed in ON TIME. a. Late work will be subject to a penalty of a 5% deduction per day up a maximum of 20%. b. After an assignment has been graded and returned to students, any outstanding assignment receives a grade of zero. 2. All unit tests are compulsory and are included in your term mark. 3. Appropriate behaviour and safety procedures must be used in the lab at all times. Failure to do so may result in your removal from the classroom and a mark of zero on the corresponding lab. 4. Whenever necessary, extra help is available at a time to be discussed with the teacher. 5. Students must closely monitor the SSD Website for upcoming or missed events/assignments/tests/etc. 6. There will be various classes scheduled outside of regular class time over the course of the year.
Other Resources: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Zumdahl, Zumdahl (2010). Chemistry 8th Edition. Brooks/Cole. Chang (2010). Chemistry 10th Edition. McGraw Hill. Reger, Goode, Mercer (1997). Chemistry Principles and Practice 2nd Edition. Saunders College Publishing. Van Kessel, Jenkins, Davies (2003). Chemistry 12. Nelson. Mustoe, Jansen, Doram (2001). Chemistry 11. McGraw-Hill/Ryerson. Moore, Langley (2009). 5 Steps to a 5 AP Chemistry. McGraw Hill.