Credit Value:
1.0
Course Description:
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the environment.
Prerequisite:
Science, Grade 10, Academic.
Ministry Policy Documents:
The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12: Science, 2008 (revised).
Text Resources:
All resources provided and referenced within the modules are available online.
Required Software/Equipment:
Students should have access to internet-connected computers, word processors, and desktop publishing software. In addition, some of the activities in this course will require the installation of some free software "plugins" on your computer: Apple QuickTime; Adobe Acrobat Reader; Real Networks RealPlayer; Microsoft Media Player.