Chemistry 2 IB
Unit 1 Foundations 1
Students should
Recognize equivalents, write conversion factors and
perform conversions.
Use conversions to solve problems.
Distinguish between weight and mass.
Define density, recognize it as a physical property
and perform density calculations.
Distinguish between accuracy and precision.
Define and calculate error and percentage error.
Recognize sources of error in a laboratory.
Determine the number of significant figures in a
measurement.
Perform mathematical operations involving significant
figures.
Perform mathematical operations involving scientific
notation.
Define density, recognize it as a physical property
and perform density calculations.
Apply the mole concept to
substances (1.1.1)
Determine the number of
particles and athe amount of substance (In moles). (1.1.2)
Define the terms relative
atomic mass (Ar) and relative molecular mass (Mr) (1.2.1)
Calculate the mass of one
mole of species from its formula. (1.2.3)
Solve problems involving the
relationship between the amount of a substance in
moles, mass and molar mass. (1.2.3)
Calculate the percentage
composition of elements in a given compound.
Distinguish between the
terms empirical formula and molecular formula (1.2.4)
Determine the empirical and
molecular formula of a compound from percentage composition, laboratory data
and molar mass data. (1.2.5&6)
*Reference in Holt: Modern Chemistry.
Safety (E, HSE)
1. Include safety hazards as a part of every chemical operation.
2. Define, interpret, and apply classifications of flammability, toxicity, health, and reactivity.
3. Wear or use personal protection equipment (e.g., gloves, hoods, goggles).
4. Locate and operate emergency equipment (e.g., shower, eyewash, fire alarm, fire extinguisher, fire blanket).
5. Be able to take appropriate measures should an accident or injury occur.
6. Dispose of waste in a safe
and environmentally correct manner.
Laboratories:
Safety and Equipment
Magnesium Oxide
Assignments:
Summer Work Assignments
Class Notes
Laboratory: Safety and Safety Quiz
Laboratory: Magnesium Oxide