Chemistry 12

Designing a thermochemistry experiment

I can design a controlled calorimetry or reaction-energy experiment.

Selecting instruments and processes

I can select suitable instruments and a process for measuring reaction energy.

Researching information

I can locate reliable information on reaction energies and heats of formation.

Selecting and integrating information

I can select and integrate thermochemistry information from multiple sources.

Displaying evidence

I can display thermochemistry evidence in tables, graphs, and diagrams.

Predicting heats of reaction

I can apply and assess methods (Hess's law, bond energies, formation enthalpies) for predicting heats of reaction.

Proposing alternative solutions

I can propose and evaluate alternative solutions to a thermochemistry problem.

Multiple perspectives

I can identify the perspectives influencing a thermochemistry-related decision.

Working cooperatively

I can work cooperatively to plan and carry out a thermochemistry investigation.

Combustion equations for alkanes

I can write and balance combustion equations for alkanes.

Thermochemistry terms

I can define the core terms of thermochemistry.

Energy in state changes and reactions

I can calculate and compare the energy of state changes and chemical reactions.

Bond energies and reaction energy

I can calculate reaction energy changes using bond energies.

Potential energy diagrams

I can illustrate reaction energy changes with potential energy diagrams.

Measuring reaction energy experimentally

I can determine a reaction's energy change experimentally using calorimetry.

Molar enthalpies of combustion

I can compare the molar enthalpies of combustion of organic compounds.

Developing sampling procedures

I can develop an appropriate sampling procedure for a kinetics or equilibrium investigation.

Implementing sampling procedures

I can implement a sampling procedure in a rate or equilibrium experiment.

Compiling and organizing data

I can organize rate and equilibrium data to reveal the pattern.

Classification and nomenclature

I can describe and apply scientific classification systems and nomenclature to solutions and reactions.

Reaction rate

I can identify the factors that affect reaction rate and where rate matters.

The concept of equilibrium

I can define chemical equilibrium as it applies to solutions.

Solubility as equilibrium

I can explain solubility as a dynamic equilibrium in a saturated solution.

Factors affecting solubility

I can explain how temperature, pressure, and the nature of substances affect solubility using equilibrium.

Stating a prediction and hypothesis

I can state a prediction and hypothesis for an acid-base investigation.

Using instruments accurately

I can use a burette, pipette, and pH meter accurately in a titration.

Using apparatus safely

I can select and handle acid-base apparatus and materials safely.

WHMIS standards

I can apply WHMIS standards when handling chemicals.

Classification and nomenclature (acids/bases)

I can classify and name acids, bases, and salts using the standard system.

Line of best fit

I can draw a line of best fit and use it to interpolate and extrapolate.

Interpreting data patterns

I can interpret trends in acid-base data and infer relationships.

New questions from results

I can identify new questions that arise from an acid-base investigation.

Modes of representation

I can represent acid-base results in numeric, symbolic, graphical, and word forms.

Working cooperatively (acids/bases)

I can work cooperatively with a team on an acid-base investigation.

Acid-base definitions

I can describe acid-base definitions up to Bronsted-Lowry.

Predicting acid-base products

I can predict the products of an acid-base reaction.

Strong vs weak acids and bases

I can compare strong and weak acids and bases using equilibrium.

Calculating pH

I can calculate pH from concentration and concentration from pH.

H+ and OH- and Le Chatelier

I can describe H+ and OH- interactions using Le Chatelier's principle.

Concentration by titration

I can determine an unknown acid or base concentration by titration and stoichiometry.

Acid-base indicators

I can explain how acid-base indicators work.

Defining and delimiting problems

I can define and delimit an organic chemistry problem to make it investigable.

Limits of a classification system

I can identify the limits of organic classification and propose alternatives.

Evaluating evidence for bias

I can evaluate evidence for reliability and bias.

Stating a conclusion

I can state a conclusion that links evidence to the organic-chemistry question.

Communicating ideas

I can communicate organic-chemistry reasoning clearly and respond to others.

Synthesizing information

I can synthesize organic-chemistry information from multiple or complex sources.

Defending a position

I can develop, present, and defend a position based on organic-chemistry findings.

Formulas of organic compounds

I can illustrate organic compounds using molecular and structural formulas.

Diversity of organic compounds

I can explain why carbon forms so many diverse compounds.

IUPAC naming

I can write formulas and IUPAC names for organic compounds.

Isomers

I can define isomers and draw structural formulas showing them.

Organic families

I can classify organic compounds by their functional-group families.

Predicting organic reactions

I can write and balance equations to predict organic reactions.

Polymerization

I can describe polymerization and identify natural and synthetic polymers.