Chem+2009-10

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=June 8:= LAST DAY! We reviewed using the chapter 17 worksheet and the Semester 2 Final Review worksheet! See June 7 for the answers to the Semester 2 Final Review.

=June 7:= We took a look at the Chapter 15 and 16 Reviews. We did not hand this in. We will review Chapter 17 tomorrow and work through some of the problems on the review sheets (see below).

HW: = = =June 3:= Retro Review of Chapter 16.

HW: (see June 2) =June 2:= We started reviewing for the final exam. We worked on getting through a quick review for chapters 15 and 16.

HW:  (Due Monday) =June 1:= Chapter 20 Test! This test focused on drawing and naming hydrocarbons.

HW: NONE =May 28:= We looked at the homework. Then we had some time to review the different skills for naming hydrocarbons. After that, we were able to work on our review packets for the test on Tuesday.

HW: Study for the test! (This is not ever due, but you should make sure you can do it without looking at the answers before you come to the test.) =May 27:= We looked at the homework quickly. Then we learned how to name alcohols and carboxylic acids. If we had any time left, we worked on the homework for tomorrow.

HW: (due tomorrow) =May 26:= We took a quiz on naming and drawing alkanes, alkenes and alkynes.

HW: (Due tomorrow) =May 25:= Today we learned about ring (aromatic) hydrocarbons and how to name them. We will most likely have a quiz on naming and drawing alkanes, alkenes and alkynes tomorrow. The homework that was due today is now due tomorrow, along with another worksheet.

HW: (Due tomorrow)

=May 24:= We looked at the homework that was due today. Then we took more notes on unsaturated hydrocarbons. We learned about hydrogenation and halogenation.

HW: 20.2 Section Review (p. 726, due tomorrow)

=May 21:= We did not have a quiz today. Instead, we looked at the homework, created a schematic for naming alkanes. Then we took old school notes on alkenes and alkynes.

HW: (Due Monday)

=May 20:= Today, we learned how to name and draw alkanes. We will finish 20.1 lecture tomorrow and then maybe have a short quiz.

HW: 20.1 Section Review Questions p. 717 (due tomorrow) =May 19:= We had another day in the 20.1 lecture.

HW: p.744 #'s 7-11 (Due tomorrow) = = =May 18:= We finished the Modern Marvels Video on Carbon. Then we started the 20.1 lecture. This lecture might span the next two class periods.

HW: p. 744 #'s 1-5 (Due tomorrow) =May 17:= We started to get into Chapter 20: Organic Chemistry by watching a Modern Marvels Video on Carbon. If you were not here today, you will have to get these notes from someone else. We will finish this video tomorrow. We also took a look at the homework from the weekend.

HW: NONE =May 13:= Another day of retro review. We reviewed the rest of chapter 14 and chapter 13 (gases).

HW: (due Monday)

=May 12:= Retro Review Day! Today, we started to do a little review for the final. Our goal for the next two days are to completely review the skills from chapters 12-14. Today, we got through chapter 12 (Ions, Ionic compounds, NASL, molecular structures and polarity) and some of Chapter 14 (Intermolecular forces). Tomorrow, we will continue to review the intermolecular forces and get into Chapter 13 (gas laws).

HW: (Due tomorrow)

=May 11:= CHAPTER 17 TEST!!!

HW: NONE =May 10:= As a means of reviewing for the Chapter 17 test tomorrow, we walked through some of the tough problems from the homework. If we had any time left, we were able to work on the review sheets (see May 7).

HW: NONE, study for the test!

=May 7:= We finished the 17.3 Lecture (see May 6). Then we had time to work on the homework for the weekend and the test review.

HW: p. 629 # 28-31, 36, 39-42, 46-48 (Due Monday)

=May 6:= We started the lecture on 17.3 Applications of Equilibria. We will work through this tomorrow. The CHAPTER 17 TEST WILL BE NEXT TUESDAY.

HW: 17.3 Section Review (due tomorrow, assigned yesterday)

=May 5:= We took a look at our homework. Then we took the quiz. We were able to use the notes we created yesterday. We were not able to get into 17.3.

HW: 17.3 Section Review (Due Friday)

=May 4:= We took old-school notes on reaction quotients. We learned that if Q > K, the reaction "proceeds towards reactants," if Q < K, the reaction "proceeds towards products," if Q = K, the system is at equilibrium and we have no change in concentrations. Then we learned how to find the equilibrium expressions if we are given partial pressures or moles of an all-gas system. We had quite a bit of time to work on the homework and ask questions as we went through it.

HW: (Due tomorrow) =May 3:= We finished the lecture on 17.2: The Equilibrium Expression. We learned how to find the equilibrium expression and equilibrium constant for homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria. If we had any time at the end, we were able to ask questions about the homework that was due today.

HW: 17.2 Section Review p. 611 (Due tomorrow)

=Apr. 30:= We had a quiz on 17.1. Then we had time to work on and finish the 17.1 TLW. If we got done with the 17.1 TLW, we had some time to work on the homework for the weekend.

HW: p. 628 #4-15 (Omit #10 AND choose ONE other to omit. Write "OMIT" next to the number so I know that was your choice.)

=Apr. 29:= First, we took a look at the homework that was due today. Then we had a quiz prep. We learned about some of the things on the quiz for tomorrow. We had a couple of minutes to work on the 17.1 TLW. We will have some time to complete this tomorrow in class.

HW: Study for the quiz. (Use the quiz prep we made in class.) In Class:

=Apr. 28:= We worked on getting through the lecture on 17.1. We learned about the different conditions that affect rates of reaction.

HW: 17.1 Section Review Questions p. 604 (Due tomorrow, assigned yesterday)

=Apr. 27:= We finished watching the end of the "Modern Marvels" video from yesterday. Then we launched into Chapter 17 with a lecture and some demonstrations.

HW: 17.1 Section Review Questions p. 604 (Due Thursday)

=Apr. 26:= We watched a "Modern Marvels" video on acids and how they are produced. This was to give us a different look at acids and bases outside of the classroom. There was a worksheet to follow along with.

HW: NONE

=Apr. 23:= CHAPTER 16 TEST!

=Apr. 22:= This day was dedicated to going over the tricky questions from the homework. Then we had some time to review for the test (using our study guide, see Apr. 20).

HW: STUDY FOR THE TEST

=Apr. 21:= This day was a short day (late-start). We worked on the "Neutralization Problems" WS and then had some time to work in groups on the homework for tomorrow.

HW: (Due tomorrow)

=Apr. 20:= We finished the 16.3 Lecture (see Apr. 19). Then we worked on completing the homework from yesterday (16.3 Section Review). We also received our Chapter 16 Test Review (which contains a good deal about the test (on Friday).

HW: (Due tomorrow) (Not due, but you should do it to prepare for the test!)

=Apr. 19:= Today we looked at the 16.2 Section Review Questions to solidify our understanding of finding pH, pOH, [H+], [OH-]. Then we started the lecture on 16.3: Titrations and Buffers. This is the last section of Chapter 16. We will finish this lecture tomorrow and start reviewing for the Chapter 16 Test (which will be this Friday).

HW: 16.3 Section Review (p. 586) (Due tomorrow) and START TO STUDY FOR THE CHAPTER 16 TEST (on Friday)

=Apr. 16:= We looked at the homework for a little while. Then we did the "Supersaturation Lab." This lab helps us to get a hands-on view of saturation and solubility. We were able to grow crystals at an extremely rapid rate!

HW: Finish the lab report.

=Apr. 15:= Today we had a lecture on 16.2: Determining the Acidity of Solutions. If we had any time left, we worked on the homework for tomorrow.

HW: 16.2 Section Review Questions p. 581 (due tomorrow, assigned yesterday) = = =Apr. 14:= We looked at the homework and picked up on some skills. Then we took a quiz on 16.1.

HW: 16.2 Section Review Questions p. 581 (Due Friday)

=Apr. 13:= Today we finished the lecture on 16.1. Then we prepared for tomorrow's quiz. We went over the definitions and the types of problems you will see in the quiz.

HW: 16.1 Section Review Questions (p. 572) (due tomorrow, assigned yesterday)

=Apr. 12:= Welcome back from Easter Break! Today we launched right back into things. We started the lecture for Section 16.1: Properties of Acids and Bases. We learned about the Arrhenius and Bronsted-Lowry models for acids. Then we learned about conjugate acid-base pairs and how to identify them. We will continue with this lecture tomorrow.

HW: 16.1 Section Review Questions (p. 572) (due Wed.)

=Apr. 1:= TEST DAY! Chapter 15 Test.

HW: NONE =Mar. 31:= The day was spent finishing the problems from the book (p. 557). Then we looked at the formulas that we needed to know for the test. The rest of the time was used to complete the Ch. 15 Test Prep. and ask questions about solutions to the problems.

HW: Study for the test! (See Mar. 30 for the test prep)

=Mar. 30:= Today was our second day with stoichiometry. We learned that one of the best ways to organize our information was to write the chemical equation and then place the information under the corresponding chemical. Then, we can determine what compound is what we start with, "A," and what we want to know more about, "B." Then we could use our stoichiometry flowchart. We also got our Chapter 15 Test Prep. The test will be on Thursday, so tomorrow will be a day dedicated to review.

HW: Study for the test, finish the p. 557 #35-38.

=Mar. 29:= We took notes on how to do stoichiometry with solutions. This will be our last skill of the chapter. We will practice this skill for the next two days and then test this chapter this Thursday! We will also take some time to look at the homework from Friday (Mar. 26) tomorrow as well.

HW: p. 557 #35-38 and Finish (Due tomorrow)

=Mar. 26:= We started the day by having a quiz on what we learned from 15.1-15.2. We had an option of taking the quiz with a hint sheet or without. If we chose to take it without the hint sheet we earned an extra 5 points! Then we had some time to practice our skills in finding molarities through a worksheet.

HW: (Due Monday) In Class:

=Mar. 25:= We went over the solutions to the homework assignments. There was much to learn about different strategies for finding molarity and mass percents. We will have a quiz on this material tomorrow.

HW: Study for the quiz = = =Mar. 24:= We started the hour by re-learning how to form ionic compounds and what that means for molarity. We also took notes on how to solve concentration problems when it comes to dilution.

HW: Molarity, Mass Percent WS (See Mar. 23), (due tomorrow) = = =Mar. 23:= We finished the 15.1 Lecture (See Mar. 22). Then we took old-school notes on mass percent and molarity. If you missed today's class, please read Section 15.2 to find the formulas.

HW: 15.1 Section Review (Due tomorrow), (Due Thursday) = = =Mar. 22:= Welcome back from spring break. Today we started a new chapter (15: Solutions). Then we started to take notes on 15.1. We will finish the lecture tomorrow.

HW: 15.1 Section Review Questions p. 527 (Due WED.)



=media type="custom" key="5603965"= =Mar. 12:= Today, we did two activities: The Heat of Fusion Lab and Boiling Water with Ice Activity. Students that missed this lab will not have to make this up, but they are missing some easy lab points.

HW: NONE

=Mar. 11:= CHAPTER 14 TEST!

HW: NONE

=Mar. 10:= We quickly looked over our homework assignments and handed them in. Then we talked about what is on the test tomorrow and had time to work on the review packet.

HW: STUDY FOR THE TEST

=Mar. 9:= We started the day by taking a quiz on IM forces and energy calculations. We were able to correct this in class. Then we took a look at how IM forces, boiling point, melting point, evaporation and vapor pressure all related to each other.

HW: (Due tomorrow)

=Mar. 8:= Today, we took a little time to look at our homework. Then, we got into the 14.2 Lecture on the properties of liquid. We will also have a quick quiz on intermolecular forces and energy calculations tomorrow. This is in preparation for the Chapter 14 Test on Thursday.

HW: 14.2 Section Review Questions (p. 503) Due tomorrow

=Mar. 5:= Today, we took some notes on the heating / cooling curve of water. We learned how to work calorimetric problems. Then we had time to work on the homework for the weekend.

HW: (Due Monday) =Mar. 4:= We finished the lecture on 14.1 B & C. (Short, 18-min. periods today)

HW: 14.1 Section Review Questions (Due tomorrow, same assignment as yesterday) =Mar. 3:= Today, we looked at the homework from yesterday, then we went into the lecture on 14.1 B and C. This lecture explains a little bit about water and phase changes.

HW: 14.1 Section Review Questions (Due Friday) =Mar. 2:= We started by looking at one problem from the homework. Then we had a quiz on determining the intermolecular forces between molecules. We had about 10 minutes at the end of the class period to work on finishing homework and doing the new homework assignment.

HW: p. 514 #1-9 =Mar. 1:= First, we finished up the last end of the lecture on 14.1 A (See Feb. 25). Then we took a look at the homework from Friday. We had some time to work on this skill in class. There will be a quiz on this tomorrow! We also added some more things (like molecular geometry) to our notes from Friday.

HW: (due tomorrow)

=Feb. 26:= We took a look at the homework and relearned how to draw molecules (Lewis Structures, NASL, and molecular geometry). Then we learned how to determine if a molecule is polar and how to identify the most important intermolecular force between molecules in a pure substance.

HW: (Due Monday)

=Feb. 25:= Today we started Chapter 14 on liquids and solids. We really got through most of the 14.1 A lecture and will finish this tomorrow. We stopped before the hour was over so we could review making Lewis structures (which is an important skill on our homework).

HW: (Due tomorrow) =Feb. 24:= Pop Can Crush Lab! Today, we performed an experiment that dealt with the kinetic molecular theory of gases and atmospheric pressure.

HW: Finish the questions from the lab. (Due tomorrow) =Feb. 23:= Chapter 13 TEST!

=Feb. 22:= We looked at the homework from yesterday. Then we talked about what was on the test. Then, students were to do the following problems in class and hand them in at the end of the hour for some classwork points: p. 480, 481 #'s 4(c,d), 7 (ALL), 11, 16, 19, 25, 34. These questions were to help students understand what they knew and what they needed some more help on.

HW: STUDY FOR THE TEST. =Feb. 19:= We got through the lecture on 13.3 (KMT). We had some time to work on our homework. We will have the Chatper 13 Test on Tuesday, so start reviewing Chapter 13.

HW: 13.3 Section Review Questions, ALL, Due Monday. =Feb. 18:= We took a quiz on 13.1 and 13.2. Then we had some time to look at more problems from the homework. We handed in the homework.

HW: NONE =Feb. 17:= We learned what was going to be on the quiz tomorrow. Then we took a look at our homework problems. We will extend the deadline for those problems! They are due tomorrow.

HW: Finish the HW from yesterday! STUDY FOR THE QUIZ.

=Feb. 16:= Today we looked at our homework again and turned it in. Then we finished our lecture (See Feb. 10). We learned about gas stoichiometry and molar volume. Then we had some time to work on homework for tomorrow. There will be a quiz on 13.1 and 13.2 on Thursday!

HW: 13.2 Section Review Questions p. 473 (All) and study for the quiz on Thursday.

=Feb. 12:= Today we took a short (5 point) quiz on the Ideal Gas Law. Then we spent the rest of the day learning about strategies when practicing Partial Pressure Problems. We had a very short amount of time to work on our homework for the weekend.

HW: Finish the Partial Pressure Worksheet (SEE FEB. 11) =Feb. 11:= We looked at our homework for a little while. Then we went back into the lecture and learned about Dalton's Law of Partial Pressures. This was a very complex procedure! We will most likely spend the class period tomorrow working through more of these problems. We will also have a very short quiz tomorrow on the Ideal Gas Law (which will look a lot like the homework from Feb. 10).

HW: (Front Side due tomorrow) =Feb. 10:= We started to learn about the Ideal Gas Law. Now, given three different properties of gas, we can find the fourth. We also saw that the Ideal Gas Law is a good back-up plan for if we forget the other gas laws.

HW: (Due tomorrow)

=Feb. 9:= Today we looked at some of the questions for the homework. Then we took a quiz on the using the different gas laws.

HW: Finish Boyles,Charles,Avogadros WS (SEE Feb. 8) Quiz: =Feb. 8:= We worked on the homework and handed it in. From the homework, we learned an important skill of how to solve gas law problems. Tomorrow we will have a quiz based on the homework. There will be 10 problems based off of Boyle's, Charles's, and Avogadro's Law. You will have to know how to use them. We also worked on 13.1 TLW in class, since we didn't have much time to finish, we will have the opportunity to work on it tomorrow. We also got our Chapter 12 Tests back.

HW: (Due tomorrow) In-Class: (To be kept for later worktime.)

=Feb. 5:= We finished the lecture on 13.1. Then we did some things with liquid nitrogen! From this, we were able to see how temperature affects volume and brittleness.

HW: (See Feb. 4) Read 13.1 and do 13.1 Section Review Questions p. 457 (Due Monday)

=Feb. 4:= Today we started Chapter 13 Gases. We got about halfway through the lecture (we got to the end of Boyle's Law). We saw how our lungs really illustrate this law. The more volume, the less pressure... We also got our homework assignment for over the weekend.

HW: Read 13.1 and do 13.1 Section Review Questions p. 457. (Due Monday)

=Feb. 3:= CHAPTER 12 TEST DAY!

HW: NONE

=Feb. 2:= We looked at the homework and found that the skills from #5 will be on the test tomorrow. Then we learned about what was on the test. We took the remaining class time to work on the 12.4 TLW and study for the test. Students were to turn in 12.4 TLW before class was over.

HW: STUDY FOR THE TEST, USE THE REVIEW SHEET. In Class: = = =Feb. 1:= We took a look at the homework from Friday. Then we finished up the lecture notes from 12.4. In the remaining time, we worked on the 12.4 TLW (to be completed in class tomorrow) and our homework (see below). We also are preparing for the test on Wednesday! The test will be a combination of our last two quizzes with a few more things added. Tomorrow will be a review day.

HW: Read 12.4 and do the Section Review Questions (p. 433) (Due tomorrow) In Class: (To be continued tomorrow)

=Jan. 29:= Today, we started with the 12.1-12.3 quiz, we corrected this in class and then started the lecture on 12.4.

HW: (Due Monday)

=Jan. 28:= We started the hour by looking at the homework again. Then we discussed the topics that will be on the quiz tomorrow. The quiz will cover 12.1-12.3. To know more about what to expect on the quiz, see below.

HW: STUDY FOR THE QUIZ!

=Jan. 27:= We started the hour by looking at the homework and verifying that everyone had exposure to the correct Lewis structures. We also finished the 12.3 lecture on Lewis structures for polyatomic ions. If we had time, we spent the rest of the time on our homework, which was making more Lewis structures.

HW: (Due tomorrow)

=Jan.26:= We finished taking notes from 12.3 lecture (see Jan. 25) until we got to Lewis structures for polyatomic ions. Then, we were able to work on our homework on Lewis structures.

HW: (Due tomorrow, please complete this on a different sheet of paper so you can keep this as notes). =Jan. 25:= We started the day with a vocabulary quiz on 12.1 and 12.2 (as talked about last Friday). Then, we took a look at the homework and got into taking notes for 12.3. We will finish this tomorrow!

HW: NONE =Jan. 22:= We finished the lecture on 12.2 (see Jan. 21). We then took some time to work on 12.2 TLW (we did not turn that in, we will finish working on that Monday. We also learned what will be on the quiz on Monday!

HW: Read 12.2, Do 12.2 Review Questions, p. 412 (ALL) In Class: (We will work on this Monday)

=Jan. 21:= We covered some of 12.2 through a lecture. We also corrected the HW at the beginning of the hour to make sure everyone understood how to draw dipole moments and figure out polarity.

HW: NONE = = =Jan. 20:= For the second day of the semester, we finished up the lecture on Section 12.1 (see Jan. 19) and did the 12.1 TLW in class. If students finished early, they had time to work on their homework for tomorrow.

In Class: HW: 12.1 Review Questions p. 406 (all) (Due tomorrow) =Jan. 19:= Welcome back to class! Today we got our books and went through our syllabus. There are a few changes from last semester (if you had me). We also started to take notes for Chapter 12.



=Jan. 12:= This was a review / work day. Students were to work on the review packets given to them in previous classes.

=Jan. 11:= We got a review packet with everything that was going to be on the final exam. This review packet does not give you the exact questions that are on the final exam, but it does ask questions that see if you understand the materials of the first semester.

=Jan. 8:= This was the last lecture for new material this semester! Today we looked at atomic properties and tried to see some of the trends that are shown in the periodic table.

HW: 11.4 Section Review Questions (ALL) Due Monday = = =Jan 7:= Today we learned about electron configuration and orbital diagrams. If you missed this day, you will need to read the book to figure out exactly how to do this skill, or come and talk to me. It is very complex.

HW: (Due tomorrow) = = =Jan. 6:= We went through 11.3 and atomic orbitals. Today, we attempted to understand what electrons are doing. We learned that we can never know exactly how they are moving. However, we can know where they are most likely to be (in their orbitals). We took a look at the wave model of the atom and the different shapes of orbitals!

HW: 11.3 Section Review Questions (All), (Due tomorrow)

=Jan. 5:= Today, we took another look at the history of atomic theory. We went all the way back to Democritus and got to the Bohr Model. We reviewed through a powerpoint. Then we took a look at what was wrong with Rutherford's Model by looking at spectral lines from various elements and compounds. Due to the discrete spectral patterns, we learned that the electrons in atoms can only have certain energy levels, not as many energy levels as needed!

Read 11.2 and complete 11.2 TLW =Jan. 4:= Welcome back from the long break!

Today, we took a look at Section 11.1. Chapter 11 will be the last chapter before the final exam next week. Today, we read Section 11.1 and did a worksheet that followed along with the reading. This material is a review from physics! We also got a review "packet" for the final exam. This review packet is extra credit and will be due when you come in to take the final exam.

= = =Dec. 18:= For some classes, this was a short period. All we did this period was to finish the test from yesterday.

=Dec. 17:= media type="custom" key="5053771" =Dec. 16:= It was a review day for the test tomorrow. We used questions from "Stoich M-M V-V M-V" worksheet (see Dec. 15) to review. We looked at the solutions and verified if we had the correct solutions. For the test, you will only be able to use the notes provided from Dec. 14, a periodic table and a calculator.

HW: STUDY!!! =Dec. 15:= We reviewed the homework and really tried to get comfortable using our resources (the Expanded Mole Diagram) to solve problems. It was also a work day to get ready for the test on Thursday. We worked on another stoichiometry worksheet (below).

HW: (due tomorrow) =Dec. 14:= Today, we learned the basic steps for solving any stoichiometry problem. We also created the "Expanded Mole Diagram." The notes we took today will be the only things you can use for the test on this Thursday.

HW: (Due tomorrow) In Class NOTES: =Dec. 11:= We finished 9.2 (gram-to-gram relationships). Through this, we were able to produce a flowchart for solving gram-to-gram problems. Then, we had some time to work on the homework in class.

HW: (Due Monday) =Dec. 10:= We started Chapter 9: Chemical Quantities. Today, we learned about mole-to-mole relationships. For this skill, we just looked at the coefficients in chemical equations. Tomorrow, we will finish the rest of the lecture on 9.2 (gram-to-gram relationships).

HW: (Due tomorrow) =Dec. 9:= This was the second day of the test. Students were to finish the Chapter 7-8 Test. Some class periods were able to finish up the test with some time to get into the next unit (Chapter 9). In those classes, we learned about mole to mole relationships within a chemical equation.

HW: NONE

=Dec. 8:= TEST DAY! You will be able to use all notes and textbook for this test. However, don't let those things slow you down! Since we have a shortened class period, there will be time tomorrow to finish up the test.

HW: Keep studying for the test. = = =Dec. 7:= We reviewed how to write, balance and identify chemical equations. There was extensive practice on those that were word-based. We are preparing for the test (which is planned to be on Tuesday, Dec. 8, tomorrow).

Extra Credit:(Due Dec. 8, 10% off every day it is late)

=Dec. 4:= We learned about the types of chemical reactions: synthesis, decomposition, single replacement and double replacement. For more material on this topics, please read Section 8.3. We had a quick in-class worksheet (see below) and then worked on homework!

HW: Complete the problems on the "8.3 Types of Reactions NOTES" (below) In Class: =Dec. 3:= Today we learned about some clues for if a chemical reaction was occurring. We focused on four: a color change, a solid forms, the temperature changes or bubbles form. Then, we did the "Observing a Chemical Reaction Lab." During this lab, we practiced making good observations and not jumping to conclusions with our observations. We also learned the importance of not putting solids down the drain! We filtered instead.

In Class: and  (IF YOU MISSED, YOU WILL HAVE TO COME IN TO MAKE THIS UP!!!) =Dec. 2:= We finished the "Using the Bunsen Burner Lab" (see Nov. 30). If you were not able to finish the "Analysis" part of the lab, you should finish this at home.

HW: Finish the "Using the Bunsen Burner Lab" =Dec. 1:= We continued with the "Using the Bunsen Burner Lab" (see Nov. 30). Some classes will need to finish this up tomorrow.

HW: NONE =Nov. 30:= This week is all about getting into the lab and being safe doing experiments. Today, we focused on how to use the Bunsen burner. We learned how to hook up the burner to the gas and what an acceptable height for the flame is. We also practiced boiling water in a test tube. This will ensure that, when we work with other chemicals besides water, we know how to safely heat them up. We also started a boiling water lab to find out what techniques are the most efficient when it comes to boiling water in a beaker. We will continue with this lab tomorrow in class.

HW: NONE In Class: and

=Nov. 25:= We took the time to look over the solutions to the homework from yesterday. Then, we took a quiz on the skills that we learned from the last two days. It was on balancing chemical equations. There were 22 participation points (1 point for each question on the front, 3 points for each question on the back). So, as long as you attempted all the problems, you will receive these points. Then, there were bonus points (that will show up along with the participation points). You will receive 1 bonus point for every equation correctly balanced. You will also receive an additional point for every set of reactants and products you correctly identify. There are 16 bonus points available.

HW: NONE In Class: =Nov. 24:= Today we took notes on Section 7.3. This was our second lesson on Chapter 7 and it covered the rest of the balancing chemical equations skill. Tomorrow we will have a quiz on the material we learned in the last two days.

HW: (ONLY THE FRONT PAGE!!!, Due tomorrow) == == =Nov. 23:= Today we started Chapter 7: Chemical Reactions. We are starting this by skipping over Section 7.1 (we will cover that next week). Instead, we are going to learn how to balance chemical equations before the Thanksgiving Break. Today, we learned about the first few steps in balancing chemical equations. We learned that we have to identify the reactants and products and find each of their formulas before putting them into the equation. We learned all the steps to get us to the unbalanced equation.

HW:p.234 #s 9-19 == =Nov. 20:= NO SCHOOL =Nov. 19:= =media type="custom" key="4822155"= =Nov. 18:= Today, we looked over the Chapter 6 Pretest Quiz. We also modified our "Cheat Sheet / Periodic Table" to include how to get from # of atoms to amu and then how to get from amu to mass (in grams). If you can do well on the Chapter 6 Pretest Quiz, you should be able to do well on the Chapter 6 Test! We also got a review sheet that outlines all the important definitions and skills that you need to know for the test.

HW: STUDY FOR CHAPTER 6 TEST (Use the Chapter 6 Pretest Quiz to check for your understanding) =Nov. 17:= Today, we learned how to find molecular formulas. We also started to review for the Chapter 6 Test (this Thursday). Our review consisted of a quiz. This quiz will show you what the test is going to look like. You could use anything for this quiz (except for another person's quiz). If you did not finish this quiz in class, it is homework.

HW: Chapter 6 Pretest Quiz (Due Tomorrow) =Nov. 16:= Today was mostly about seeing how to work the homework. This was fairly tricky and needed time to sink in. So, the whole hour was dedicated to working through the homework. Today, the test for Chapter 6 was announced to be this Thursday! This was also the last day to get your "Error Reports" in from the Chapter 4 Naming Compounds Packet (Take-home test). It was supposed to be in to me by 4 PM. Everyday that it is late, you will receive a reduced score on the work you did (10% a day).

HW: NONE Due today: Error Reports for Chapter 4 "Naming Compounds Packet" (See Nov. 3) by 4 PM. Late = 10% reduction per day (except on special notice). =Nov. 13:= Today was all about empirical formulas. We took notes on how to find empirical formulas from another formula, masses and percent composition by mass. If you missed the notes, you will need to read up on this skill in Chapter 6.

HW: p. 212-213 #s 28, 34-42 (Due Monday) =Nov. 12:= We spent time learning percent composition by mass. (If you missed the notes, p. 192) We had a quick worksheet on percent composition, then we had another worksheet (which will be homework). The homework is about work with moles.

In Class: HW: (Due tomorrow) =Nov. 11:= We went over the homework from yesterday. Then, we took some notes on molar mass for compounds. The molar mass is the mass (in grams) of a certain substance. Then, we had a worksheet (for homework) on finding molar masses of different substances.

HW: (Due tomorrow) =Nov. 10:= Today we had a work day, students were to work on the homework assignment below. This was to allow students to have some practice with the skills we've been working on while help was available. We also went over the expectations for an "Error Report" for our Chapter 4 "Naming Compounds" Packet (see Nov. 3). Completing the error report will gain you full credit back! The error reports are due Monday.

HW: p. 210-211 #'s: 1,3,5,6,8,11,14-16 (Due tomorrow) =Nov. 9:= New enforcer day! After we chose new enforcers, we reviewed the skills that we learned last Thursday (counting atoms using amu and moles). We finished taking notes on Section 6.1 (See Nov. 5). Tomorrow, the day will be spent practicing these skills and making sure we understand them before we move on!

HW: Review your notes and skills from Section 6.1. =Nov. 6:= NO SCHOOL

=Nov. 5:= -Today, we started to take notes on Chapter 6. We learned that we are going to learn how to keep track of atoms and masses. We learned about the atomic mass unit and moles! We just got into being able to use moles; we will pick up on this skill on Monday.

HW: NONE =Nov. 4:= -We started Chapter 6 with a "Counting without Counting" Lab. We had to count the number of M&M's in a sealed container by using the mass of a single M&M. Remember to finish your "Naming Compounds" Packet!

HW: Finish "Naming Compounds" Packet LAB: (IF YOU MISSED THIS, YOU WILL HAVE TO COME IN TO MAKE IT UP!)

=Nov. 3:= -Today was all about working on the "Naming Compounds" Packet. This packet is due Thursday and will take the place of a Chapter 4 Test. However, it will be worth a LOT of points.

HW: "Naming Compounds" Packet (Due Thursday! Nov. 5) =Nov. 2:= -We had a short period (19 mins.) due to our boy's soccer team making it to the State Semi-Finals! During this period, we took a short quiz (12 questions) on material in Chapter 4. You could use anything except for other classmates on this. Then the enforcer chose 8 other questions to be graded from your "Chapter 4 HW Quiz" (see Oct. 30). These questions will be combined with the other 12 from the quiz. The whole Chapter 4 Quiz will be worth 20 Quiz Points.

HW: NONE =Oct. 30:= -Today, we reviewed the homework and how to write formulas from chemical names. Then, we had a worksheet which will be a homework quiz. Students are expected to do the front part of the homework quiz (where you get the formulas and have to write the names). The back part (where you write the formulas given the name) is extra credit.

HW: Chapter 4 HW Quiz (Due Monday, Nov. 2) =Oct. 29:= -We finished taking notes on Section 4.2 (See Oct. 28). Then we started to create a flow-chart of how to name compounds. We will be able to use this flow-chart when it comes to the test on this chapter. We learned how to name acids and polyatomic compounds.

HW: Read 4.2. Do 4.2 Section Review Questions (p. 116) =Oct. 28:= -We finished taking notes on Section 4.1 (see Oct. 26). Then we started notes for Section 4.2. We are still getting comfortable with the idea of naming polyatomic ions. We will continue with this skill tomorrow. Along with that, we will learn how to name acids.

HW: p. 118 # 10-13 (Due tomorrow) =Oct. 27:= -Today, we almost finished taking notes on Section 4.1. We spent the whole hour learning and practicing naming different types of compounds. So far, we have learned about Type I, II, and III compounds. Type I has a cation that only forms one charge. Type II has a cation that forms multiple charges; we use Roman numerals to express the charge on the cation. Type III does not contain a metal; we use prefixes to indicate the number of atoms in the compound.

HW: Read Section 4.1 and Complete Section 4.1 Review Questions (p.108) (Due tomorrow) SEE OCT. 26 FOR THE POWERPOINT AND NOTES

=Oct. 26:= -We started Chapter 4. We learned how to form ionic compounds given the charges of ions. Then we started to learn how to name ionic compounds.

HW: NONE =Oct. 23:= =media type="custom" key="4602698"= HW: NONE

=PRACTICE CHAPTER 3 QUIZZES!= [|Quiz 1] [|Quiz 2] [|Quiz 3]

=Oct. 22:= -Today was a review day for the Chapter 3 Unit Test. We received a review sheet and talked about the terms and people. The review sheet also outlines all the skills that you are going to need to know to do well on the test.

HW: STUDY!!!! Remember, the "Element Zoo Extra Credit" is due before the test. It must be completely finished to receive any credit.

=Oct. 21:= -We had a practice quiz (on Chapter 3) today. This quiz was intended to give us a better understanding of what we might need to study in preparation for the Chapter 3 Test on Friday. Everyone who completed this quiz received participation points (regardless of their score).

HW: Look over your past assignments and come to class with questions for the review session. =Oct. 20:= -Today, we finished taking notes from Sec. 3.4 (see Oct. 19). Along with these notes, we took notes on Sec. 3.5. We learned about ions and the types of ions. Make sure that you have noted the common charges of ions from page 79 in your textbook.

HW: (Due tomorrow) EXTRA CREDIT!!!

=Oct. 19:= -We spent the day going through material from Sec. 3.4 (on the Periodic Table and States of Elements). Every student got their own periodic table to fill out. We got through the periodic table and will pick up at the states of elements tomorrow.

HW: NONE =Oct. 15:= -Today, we had a quiz on the things we learned from Chapter 3. At the end of the hour, we played the "Train Game" to help us get better at identifying elements and their symbols.

HW: (Due Monday)

=Oct. 14:= -Another day of diving into the atom. Today, we learned about how the atom came to have electrons, protons and neutrons! We also learned about isotopes and how to find out how many electrons, protons and neutrons they have.

HW: 3.3 Atomic Structure Worksheet =Oct. 13:= -We took notes on Section 3.2: Dalton's Atomic Theory and Compounds. After the power-point and notes, we had some time to look at FreeRice.com and do homework. Some people are still able to do their error-reports for Chapter 5 Unit Test.

HW: 3.2 Section Summary WS = = =Oct. 12:= -Today, we started a new unit (Chapter 3) on Elements, Atoms, and Ions. We had a power-point on the history of matter, the abundance of elements, and the names of elements. A notes sheet was provided and correlates to the power-point (below).

HW: Read Section 3.1. Do: Section 3.1 Review Questions on p. 55. ALL except #3. (Due tomorrow) =Oct. 9:= -During this short-period day, we only took the time to do an "Error Report" on our Chapter 5 Unit Test (see Oct. 6 and 7). Upon completion of the "Error Report," students can earn back partial credit for showing they understand the questions they missed on the test.

HW: NONE

=Oct. 8:= -ENFORCER DAY!!! Today, we created a new system of governance in our classroom. We talked about classroom rules that need to be enforced, and then we elected an "Enforcer."

=Oct. 7:= -Unit 2: Chapter 5 test. All day. = = =Oct. 6:= =media type="custom" key="4491752"= Due to a shortened class period (coronation ceremony), the test will continue tomorrow...

HW: NONE =Oct. 5:= -Today was a review day. We spent most of the time reviewing dimensional analysis. Then we also learned how to convert between celsius and kelvin. Tomorrow is the test on Chapter 5. We got a review sheet and some extra credit homework. There will be an extra credit problem on the test involving converting between m/s and mi/hr.

HW: Study for the Test! EXTRA CREDIT HOMEWORK: Do Chapter 5 Review. Hand it in BEFORE the test if you want it to be counted. =Oct. 2:= -We reviewed 5.2 TLW, Then finished cutting out our "Conversion Factors Dominoes." Then, we were able to use the dominoes to help us do dimensional analysis. We also did more work with "9-30 dim analysis.ppt" (see Sept. 30).

HW: Dimensional Analysis WS

=Oct. 1:= No Classes = = =Sept. 30:= -We took some time to finish the calculations for the density lab (see Sept. 29). We also looked over the 5.1 TLW (see Sept. 29). Then we spent time looking at dimensional analysis (especially the definitions for conversion factors). Then we started to make our "Conversion Factors Dominoes." We will pick up with more dimensional analysis on Friday (Oct. 2).

HW: 5.2 TLW (Due Friday) = = =Sept. 29:= -Today we worked on the density lab. This lab took the whole class period. During the lab, we learned how to read volume from a graduated cylinder (from the meniscus) and how to use this fact to find the volume of oddly shaped objects. We also learned to read to the estimated digit! Since the density lab can only be done in the lab, it will not appear below.

HW: Chapter 5 TLW (Due tomorrow) = = =Sept. 28:= -We had a homework quiz on the Sig Fig Worksheet 2 (see Sept 25). We also quickly reviewed conversions. Then, we had a quick story about Archimedes and density. We started a density lab, which we will finish tomorrow.

HW: NONE = = =Sept. 25:= -It was another day in sig. figs. We recapped how to identify significant figures in numbers. We also learned how to use significant figures when we multiply / divide (take the least amount of sig. figs.) and add / subtract (take the least amount of decimal places). At the end of the hour, we played a review "train" game.

HW: Significant Figures Worksheet (Due Monday)

=Sept. 24:= -Today, we took the time to review adding and subtracting in scientific notation. We learned that we were missing a particular skill (how to convert numbers into pseudo-scientific notation) before we can add or subtract. We also practiced more conversions between metric prefixes. Then we got into significant figures. We took a look at why significant figures exist. Tomorrow, we will be using significant figures in multiplication / division and addition / subtraction.

HW: NONE = = =Sept. 23:= -We had a quiz on scientific notation at the beginning of class. Then we took a look at SI units and their definitions. We were able to get into metric prefixes and start converting between prefixes. We worked with the "Conversions Worksheet" (below).

HW: Numbers Large and Small Worksheet (Due Sept. 24, Thurs.)

= = =Sept. 22:= -Today we did more with scientific notation. We focused on multiplying, dividing, adding and subtracting in scientific notation.

HW: NONE = = =Sept. 21:= -We started Chapter 5. Today was all about getting used to scientific notation. We learned how to write standard numbers into scientific notation. We also looked at changing pseudo-scientific notation into scientific notation. Tomorrow, we will be learning how to multiply and divide using scientific notation.

HW: Scientific Notation: Decimal Moving Worksheet (Most turned it in during class) = = =Sept. 18:= TEST DAY !!! (Chapters 1 and 2). =media type="custom" key="4386393"= HW: NONE

=Sept. 17:= -Today was all about reviewing for the test tomorrow! We took a second look at the past power-points and class posters. We also made sure we covered physical / chemical changes and mixtures. We went over "2.2 Mixtures Worksheet" (see Sept. 14) and a "Physical vs. Chemical Changes" Worksheet.

HW: Study for the test!! We did not collect HW from Sept. 16, use it to study from. = =

= = =Sept. 16:= -The first thing we did in class was take a practice quiz on Chapter 2. Along with this quiz, we did group-work to get a better understanding of Ch. 2: TLW (See Sept. 14 Handouts).

= = HW: Read Ch. 2.3. Take note of the definitions of “Filtration” and “Distillation.” **Do #1-7 (pg. 43)** Chapter 2 Practice Quiz

=Sept. 15:= -Today was a homework correcting day. We spent much of the day reviewing from our past homework assignments and reviewing Chapter 1 Quiz.

HW: None = = =Sept. 14:= -Today was a worksheet day. I was out of the classroom for new teacher training. The worksheets were based off of information that you should be getting comfortable with (from Chapter 2). I would like to say thanks for being well-behaved for our sub.

= = =Sept. 11:= -Today was the day we finished with Chapter 2. We took a look at physical / chemical changes and mixtures / pure substances. We learned that we are surrounded by mixtures. We finished the day off by practicing separating a sand-salt mixture with water and filter paper.

HW: Ch. 2 p. 46 #15-22

=Sept. 10:= -Today, we spent 15 mins. finishing up our group posters / presentations. Then we went around and had each group present to another group until everyone had notes from every group.

HW: Ch. 2 p. 45 #1-7 = = =Sept. 9:= -We took the Chapter 1 Quiz. Along with that, we did some group work on Chapter 2. There were three different sections to cover, each group took one of the sections and found 8 facts / ideas about that section. Then we started to put those ideas on a group poster. We will finish up our posters tomorrow and present our posters to the class.

HW: None

= = =Sept. 8:= -Today we were in the classroom. We looked at the definitions of "theory" and "law" and found that one is an interpretation; the other is more like a general observation. We also did a lab involving bubbles.

HW: Chapter 1: Team Learning Worksheet (Due Sept. 9)

= = =Sept. 4:= -We were in the computer lab. We worked on creating Animoto videos that had to do with the Scientific Method. We also completed the "Learning Styles Preference Questionnaire" and the "Chapter 1 Practice Quiz." **There will be a quiz on Tuesday pertaining to the Chapter 1**. If you complete Animoto, Learning Style Questionnaire, and the practice quiz, follow the "Voki" instructions. The homework is the "Learning Style Preference Questionnaire" ONLY.

Animoto Instructions Chem. Hr. 1 Chem. Hr. 6 Chem. Hr. 8

[|Learning Style Preference Questionnaire] (This is your homework for the weekend.)

[|Chapter 1 Practice Quiz]

Voki - Talking Avatar = = =Sept. 3:= -We discussed CFC's and how chemical advances can be a "double-edged sword." We learned the definitions of macroscopic and microscopic. We covered the Scientific Method and filled out a worksheet. Also, we did a Candle Burning Lab; where we practiced making observations and hypotheses. = = =Sept. 2:= -We saw what happens when we ignite ethyl alcohol in a water jug. Through this, we started to understand that science is a way that we get to know more about the world. We learned the definition of chemistry and discussed activities that involve chemistry. No HW. = = =Sept. 1:= -We went through the syllabus. HW is the "Learning Style Preference Questionnaire" below. The "Chapter 1 Practice Quiz" is NOT HW, however, it will be good review for upcoming chapter quizzes.

Chemistry A and B Syllabus