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Unit 1 Objectives: Basic Skills (Chapter 1)
I know why, how and when we use significant figures and how to x, ÷, +, and – them.
I can use scientific notation with sig figs.
I can construct and interpret graphs
I can use metric units for measurement, including metric prefixes (k, d, c, m, )
I can calculate metric prefix conversions and convert using other provided conversion factors
(such as density), while showing set-up and units
I can use dimensional analysis (cancelling units) when calculating using measured data values.
I understand what density is and can perform density calculations.
Unit 2 Learning Objectives
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I can calculate conversions of all types (metric prefix, energy, temperature, density, etc.)
including set up, sig figs and units
I understand that energy takes different forms, and I can classify energy as potential (chemical,
positional, gravitational), kinetic (including temperature) or radiant.
I know that temperature is a measure of average kinetic energy
I can compare key features of the Fahrenheit, Celsius and Kelvin temperature scales, and convert
between degrees Celsius and Kelvin. I can explain the meaning of absolute zero.
I can identify the three principal states of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and compare and describe the
properties of each.
I can state the Law of Conservation of Matter
I can use and understand matter related vocabulary (p. 81)
I can classify properties of substances as physical or chemical changes and physical and
chemical properties
I can classify matter as elements, compounds, or mixtures.
I understand that elements and compounds are pure substances and that mixtures are not pure
substances.
I can describe homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures
I can describe ways to separate heterogeneous mixtures (filtration, settling), and ways to separate
homogeneous mixtures (distillation, chromatography, crystallization)
I know that separation of compounds requires chemical reactions such as electrolysis, and that
elements can’t be separated because they are made of just one type of atom.
Unit 3 Objectives (Chapter 3 and part of Chapter 24)
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I understand that many scientists' historical experiments and conclusions led to our current
understanding of atomic structure.
I can outline the mass, charge, location, and significance of protons, neutrons and electrons.
I can identity an element based on number of protons or atomic number of its atoms.
I can find the numbers of p+ n° and e- in an atom, ion or isotope using the Periodic Table.
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I can write isotope names and complete symbols (including mass, atomic number and charge)
I can differentiate between atomic number, average atomic mass, and mass number
I can calculate average atomic mass if I am given isotope masses and percent abundances.
I know what an Atomic Mass Unit (amu) is, and how it was developed.
I can explain the role of neutrons and the strong nuclear force in Nuclear Stability.
I can describe radioactivity, radioactive and radioisotope.
I can write balanced nuclear equations of nuclear decay reactions including alpha, beta and
gamma decay (and particle symbols) and half life decay patterns
I can write balanced nuclear equations of bombardment, fission and fusion nuclear reactions, and
explain their uses or applications, including the role of nuclear fusion in the production of atoms
of all elements larger than hydrogen.
Unit 4 Learning Objectives
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I can identify the properties of waves (there are 5).
I can identify the forms of energy on the Electromagnetic spectrum –including their order general
properties.
I can calculate energy, wavelength and frequency of electromagnetic energy using the formulas
E = hv and c =v
I know what line spectra represent.
I know the meaning and significance of the quantum numbers n,l,ml,ms
I understand and can apply: Hund’s Rule, the Pauli Exclusion Principle, and the Aufbau Principle
I can explain the quantum mechanical model of the atom
I can write electron configurations for any element, and can use electron configurations to identify
elements.
I can draw orbital diagrams to show electron placement, and can use orbital diagrams to identify
elements.
Unit 5 Objectives: Periodic Table and Element Groups (Chapters 5 and 6)
I can explain who developed the periodic table, and how it was developed.
I can explain how the periodic table is organized.
I can identify the regions on the PT (metals, semimetals, nonmetals, s, p, d, f blocks)
I know that periods = horizontal rows and groups/families = vertical columns.
I can describe and explain the trends across periods and down groups: atomic radius, ionization
energy, and electronegativity.
I know the family/group names (alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, halogen, noble gas, and
others by top element in the group and as groups 1A-8A)
I can describe and explain the common properties within the 4 named group/families.
I can predict the types of ions that form based on their location on the periodic table.
I can predict ion size based on mode of ionization (# of electrons gained or lost to form a stable
ion).
I can predict the location of an element based on element property patterns/trends.
I can predict compound formulas of Group 1A or 2A with Group 6A or 7A elements.
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Unit 6 Objectives: (Chapter 7)
I can identify ionic and covalent compounds.
I can describe the bonding and general properties of ionic compounds.
I can write the formula for an ionic compound given a name.*correctly use parentheses
I can write the name for an ionic compound given a formula. *correctly use roman
numerals
I can describe the bonding and general properties of covalent compounds.
I can write the formula for a covalent (molecular) compound.
I can name a molecular compound given a formula. *correctly use prefixes
I can determine the name and formula of a “hydrate.”
I can identify, compare, and contrast polar versus nonpolar bonds and molecules.