One Semester (Block): One Credit

Degree of Difficulty: Regular

Prerequisite: "C+" or better in Algebra I, Physical Science recommended

Homework: Average

This course is designed as an introduction for students to the composition of substances at the atomic and molecular level. Basic problem solving techniques, metric conversions, scientific notation are also covered. Students will become familiar with the mole and stochiometry as well as the composition and states of matter at the atomic and molecular level, the naming of formulas, and chemical reactions. This course also includes chapters on hydrocarbons, gas laws and nuclear chemistry. Weekly laboratory assignments include the writing of formal laboratory reports. Chemistry is a course that requires higher level thinking abilities. It forces the students to solve complicated word problems. The work in this course is cumulative with the material of the succeeding chapters building upon proceeding work.