I hope your break has been relaxing. Below is a list of tutorials and practice problems to help with the long time off. I hope it is helpful.
TUTORIALS:
Factor Label Method (Dimensional Analysis) Tutorial 1
Factor Label Method Tutorial 2
Ionic Compounds Tutorial 1
Ionic Compounds Tutorial 2
Predicting Products Tutorial
Balancing Chemical Equations Tutorial1
Balancing Chemical Equation Tutorial 2
Writing Ionic Chemical Equations Tutorial
Moles, Molecules and Masses Tutorial
Stoichiometry Tutorial 1
Stoichiometry Tutorial 2 LIMITING REACTANTS - This is new and will be covered soon after our return to school
PRACTICE (all contain answers keys):
Predicting Products/Identifying Reaction Types
Balancing Chemical Equations
Combination of Predicting, Identifying and Balancing
Stoichiometry Practice (mole and grams)
Mole to molecule conversions and more Stoichiometry
pages W3 - W4, # 12-22
pages W10 - W13 (W13 includes limiting reactant problems if you want to try).
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Monday, December 7, 2015
New Simulations Added
Check out the right side of the blog for 2 new simulations. One is on Balancing Equaions and the other is Simple Stoichiometry.
Here are some practice problems associated with Stoichiometry
http://atomicuniverse.org/uploads/3/4/7/1/3471065/cp-chem_stoichiometry_mixed.pdf
http://www.chemteam.info/Stoichiometry/Stoichiometry.html
Here are some practice problems associated with Stoichiometry
http://atomicuniverse.org/uploads/3/4/7/1/3471065/cp-chem_stoichiometry_mixed.pdf
http://www.chemteam.info/Stoichiometry/Stoichiometry.html
Monday, November 23, 2015
Polyatomic Ions and Introduction to Chemical Reactions
Here is the list of polyatomic ions that you need to know how to draw Lewis Structures for:
Carbonate
Nitrate
Nitrite
Hydroxide
Ammonium
Hydronium
Here is a synopsis on chemical reactions
Here is a video/animation on chemical reactions
Here are practice problems for identifying reaction types and balancing equations.
Carbonate
Nitrate
Nitrite
Hydroxide
Ammonium
Hydronium
Here is a synopsis on chemical reactions
Here is a video/animation on chemical reactions
Here are practice problems for identifying reaction types and balancing equations.
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Biochemistry Quiz - Caffeine
For the atoms labeled I - III
label the molecular geometry (shape) and the bond angles.
Choose any other carbon that is NOT like Carbon labeled I and make that atom IV. Label its molecular shape and bond angles.
Monday, November 9, 2015
Molecular Geometry / Polarity Practice
Tutorial on polar vs. nonpolar
Polar vs. Nonpolar Practice Problems (with Ionic!)
As for practice problems thinking about molecules in 3D - go to the applet to the right and look at the "real" molecules. Try to build them using only the formula and then click on them to see if you were correct
Polar vs. Nonpolar Practice Problems (with Ionic!)
As for practice problems thinking about molecules in 3D - go to the applet to the right and look at the "real" molecules. Try to build them using only the formula and then click on them to see if you were correct
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Structural Isomer Tutorial
http://www.ausetute.com.au/namisane.html
http://chemwiki.ucdavis.edu/Organic_Chemistry/Fundamentals/Isomerism_in_Organic_Compounds/Structural_Isomerism_in_Organic_Molecules
https://www.khanacademy.org/science/organic-chemistry/gen-chem-review/bond-line-structures/v/structural-constitutional-isomers-new
http://chemwiki.ucdavis.edu/Organic_Chemistry/Fundamentals/Isomerism_in_Organic_Compounds/Structural_Isomerism_in_Organic_Molecules
https://www.khanacademy.org/science/organic-chemistry/gen-chem-review/bond-line-structures/v/structural-constitutional-isomers-new
Monday, October 26, 2015
Covalent Bonding Resources/Practice
https://www.sophia.org/tutorials/multiple-covalent-bonds--2
https://www.sophia.org/tutorials/lewis-dot-diagrams-of-molecules-single-bonds
https://www.sophia.org/tutorials/lewis-dot-diagrams-of-molecules-double-bonds
https://www.sophia.org/tutorials/lewis-dot-diagrams-of-molecules-double-bonds
http://teacherweb.com/WA/CloverParkHighSchool/Meldrum/Electron-Lewis-Dot-IampII-and-answers.pdf
Monday, October 19, 2015
Project 1 EXAM - Wednesday October 21st
Here is some extra practice
Atomic Structure
Unit Conversion
SigFigs Practice Problems
Ionic and Covalent Naming - Use your Polyatomic Ion Sheet
EM Radiation Practice
Atomic Structure
Unit Conversion
SigFigs Practice Problems
Ionic and Covalent Naming - Use your Polyatomic Ion Sheet
EM Radiation Practice
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Biochemistry Exam - Material to be Assessed
Here is the content that will be covered on this exam:
- Atomic Structure
- Protons, Neutrons and Electrons (symbols, location, charge)
- Isotopes
- Periodic Table (avg atomic mass, atomic number)
- Ions
- Cations and their charges (groups 1, 2 and 3 only)
- Anions and their charges (groups 15, 16 and 17)
- Naming Ionic Compounds
- Monatomic Ions (i.e, NaCl)
- Polyatomic Ions (i.e. NaNO3) **can't subscript on blogspot, my apologies)
- Naming Covalent Molecules
- Binary molecules use prefixes (CO vs CO2) **
- EM Radiation
- EM Spectrum
- Higher vs Lower Energy
- speed of light = wavelength x frequency
- Relationship between wavelength, frequency and energy
- Energy of Photons
- E = h x V
- Calculating Energy to compare to EM Spectrum
- Experimental Design
- Hypothesis
- Representing Data
- Using Data to Draw Conclusions
- Constants vs. Variables vs. Controls
- Precision vs. Accuracy
- Precision in the equipment
- Precision in the form of repeatable data/results
- Accuracy comparing you results to known, accepted values
- Significant figures
- Number of Sigfigs in a given measurement
- Sigfig rules for zeroes
- Rounding to correct sigfigs during calculations
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Significant Figures and Rounding Resources
Here are a few websites that reiterate the work done last class and what we will continue to do in the next day or two
http://chemed.chem.purdue.edu/genchem/topicreview/bp/ch1/sigfigs.html
http://www.purplemath.com/modules/rounding2.htm
http://chemcollective.org/activities/tutorials/stoich/significant_figures
For practice problems go here
http://www.saddleback.edu/faculty/jzoval/worksheets_tutorials/ch1worksheets/worksheet_Sig_Fig_9_11_08.pdf
http://chemed.chem.purdue.edu/genchem/topicreview/bp/ch1/sigfigs.html
http://www.purplemath.com/modules/rounding2.htm
http://chemcollective.org/activities/tutorials/stoich/significant_figures
For practice problems go here
http://www.saddleback.edu/faculty/jzoval/worksheets_tutorials/ch1worksheets/worksheet_Sig_Fig_9_11_08.pdf
Friday, October 2, 2015
Lab Write-Up: DIY vs. Store Bought Sunscreen
This lab is due at the end of the day on FRIDAY OCTOBER 9th. If you get me a copy of your lab by TUESDAY OCTOBER 6th, I will give you feedback. See the description of the write-up below.
Lab Write-Up
For your FORMAL Lab Write-Up you need the following sections. Next to the section is a description of the information that goes in it and relative length of each section.
Title: - Should be scientific and not "catchy." (i.e "Investigating the Effects of Caffeine on Blood Pressure" - - - Not "Does Java Give You the Jitters?")
Introduction: Usually about 1 page. It should highlight the scientific concepts needed to understand the lab. For this lab I would focus on the relationship between energy and EM radiation type, explanation of SPF, and the difference between the active ingredients. This info should come from your research and needs to be cited.
Materials List: A list of the materials, chemicals, equipment, etc. you used.
Procedure: A step-by-step, specific list of the steps you took to collect the data.
Data: Tables that organize your data. Highlight UNITS. Tables should have descriptive titles, especially when more than one is used. Example: Blood pressure readings for individuals who consumed varying amounts of caffeine.
Calculations: Examples of any calculation you used (i.e. averages, percentages, differences, etc.) As we do more complex labs with different calculation specific to chemistry, this section will change.
Results: Tables that organize the answers to your calculations. This section should highlight comparisons to your variables, but focus on the averages and not the individual trial data.
Discussion: THIS IS NEW. This section explains to the reader what your results mean. Which sunscreen was better? How do you know? Point out specific results and explain how they lead you to make these decisions. Is the difference a lot or a little. This usually takes about 1 or 2 paragraphs. The next part of the discussion educates the reader on what might have gone wrong during your lab. This is called sources of error. Again about a paragraph. Lastly, the discussion ends with a suggestion to fix the sources of error and/or improve the lab if it was repeated.
Title: - Should be scientific and not "catchy." (i.e "Investigating the Effects of Caffeine on Blood Pressure" - - - Not "Does Java Give You the Jitters?")
Introduction: Usually about 1 page. It should highlight the scientific concepts needed to understand the lab. For this lab I would focus on the relationship between energy and EM radiation type, explanation of SPF, and the difference between the active ingredients. This info should come from your research and needs to be cited.
Materials List: A list of the materials, chemicals, equipment, etc. you used.
Procedure: A step-by-step, specific list of the steps you took to collect the data.
Data: Tables that organize your data. Highlight UNITS. Tables should have descriptive titles, especially when more than one is used. Example: Blood pressure readings for individuals who consumed varying amounts of caffeine.
Calculations: Examples of any calculation you used (i.e. averages, percentages, differences, etc.) As we do more complex labs with different calculation specific to chemistry, this section will change.
Results: Tables that organize the answers to your calculations. This section should highlight comparisons to your variables, but focus on the averages and not the individual trial data.
Discussion: THIS IS NEW. This section explains to the reader what your results mean. Which sunscreen was better? How do you know? Point out specific results and explain how they lead you to make these decisions. Is the difference a lot or a little. This usually takes about 1 or 2 paragraphs. The next part of the discussion educates the reader on what might have gone wrong during your lab. This is called sources of error. Again about a paragraph. Lastly, the discussion ends with a suggestion to fix the sources of error and/or improve the lab if it was repeated.
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Covalent Nomenclature (NAMING)
The big packet (20 pager) linked in the previous post is again useful. On page 5 is a flow chart on naming ionic compounds that may be helpful.
On page 14 is a summary of today's class where we reasoned through the rules of naming Covalent Molecules.
Page 15 is good practice.
Here is the answer key
On page 14 is a summary of today's class where we reasoned through the rules of naming Covalent Molecules.
Page 15 is good practice.
Here is the answer key
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Tutorial on Naming Ionic Compounds and Writing Formulas
Tutorials
http://www.csun.edu/~jte35633/chemFlash/compounds.swf
http://www.sophia.org/tutorials/naming-ionic-compounds
http://edtech2.boisestate.edu/lindabennett1/502/Compounds%20and%20Naming/naming%20ionic.html
http://www.kentchemistry.com/links/naming/BinaryIonic.htm
http://www.education.uoit.ca/lordec/ID_LORDEC/ionic_compounds/law_ionic_compounds.swf
Practice Problems - *Note* You will not need to memorize the list of polyatomic ions, but you will need to be able to use it. Use the list provided in class to try the practice below.
http://www.mtlsd.org/teachers/smeer/stuff/chemical%20formulas%20all%20worksheets%202011.pdf
The above link contains 20 pages of documents. I would recommend trying page 13.
Here is a link to my answer key for page 13. You should not get them all right as we have not covered all of the material yet....
http://www.csun.edu/~jte35633/chemFlash/compounds.swf
http://www.sophia.org/tutorials/naming-ionic-compounds
http://edtech2.boisestate.edu/lindabennett1/502/Compounds%20and%20Naming/naming%20ionic.html
http://www.kentchemistry.com/links/naming/BinaryIonic.htm
http://www.education.uoit.ca/lordec/ID_LORDEC/ionic_compounds/law_ionic_compounds.swf
Practice Problems - *Note* You will not need to memorize the list of polyatomic ions, but you will need to be able to use it. Use the list provided in class to try the practice below.
http://www.mtlsd.org/teachers/smeer/stuff/chemical%20formulas%20all%20worksheets%202011.pdf
The above link contains 20 pages of documents. I would recommend trying page 13.
Here is a link to my answer key for page 13. You should not get them all right as we have not covered all of the material yet....
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Work for Thursday, September 17th
Before Class on Thursday -
Email me (one per group)
data table with your data in it (include title)
example of any/all calculations (one example for each different calculation)
results table or other visual representation of your results (i.e. averages, percentages, differences)
DURING THURSDAY's DAY 2 QUIZ -
expect questions regarding
speed of light AGAIN
conversions AGAIN
energy equations ( E=hv)
energy of photons concepts
procedural questions about the lab (general, everyone should be able to answer)
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Work for September 10th
For next class check out the following video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0048AI5uEQ
The video deals with the photoelectric effect and the equation E=hv
REMINDER - Planck's constant = 6.626 X 10^-34 J X Sec
You can also mess with the applet to the right of this blog labeled photoelectric effect. You need Java to run the program!
You may be ready to try PART2 of the Light-related practice problems
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0048AI5uEQ
The video deals with the photoelectric effect and the equation E=hv
REMINDER - Planck's constant = 6.626 X 10^-34 J X Sec
You can also mess with the applet to the right of this blog labeled photoelectric effect. You need Java to run the program!
You may be ready to try PART2 of the Light-related practice problems
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Monday, March 30, 2015
Acid/Base Resources
Here are the links for the animations we watched in class.
http://www.csun.edu/~jte35633/chemFlash/acidBase.swf
http://preparatorychemistry.com/acids_flash_audio.html
http://preparatorychemistry.com/neutralization_flash_audio.htm
Here is a pdf for background info on acid base reactions
http://preparatorychemistry.com/Bishop_Book_5_eBook.pdf
http://www.csun.edu/~jte35633/chemFlash/acidBase.swf
http://preparatorychemistry.com/acids_flash_audio.html
http://preparatorychemistry.com/neutralization_flash_audio.htm
Here is a pdf for background info on acid base reactions
http://preparatorychemistry.com/Bishop_Book_5_eBook.pdf
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Biogas Generator Resources
https://biology.mit.edu/sites/default/files/Methane%20Production%20from%20Food%20Waste.pdf
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Methanogen
http://www.re-energy.ca/biogas-generator
https://www.google.com/search?q=biogas+generator&espv=2&biw=1366&bih=667&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=EwXJVMq6M4nlsATphoKgDA&sqi=2&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAw
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Methanogen
http://www.re-energy.ca/biogas-generator
https://www.google.com/search?q=biogas+generator&espv=2&biw=1366&bih=667&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=EwXJVMq6M4nlsATphoKgDA&sqi=2&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAw
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