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Students are introduced to the quantitative nature of chemistry. Chemists must be able to quantify reactions in order to make predictions about yields and communicate with specific audiences for specific purposes using nomenclature, genres and modes unique to the discipline. Using the mole concept, students will have the opportunity to select and use appropriate mathematical representations to solve problems, make predictions and calculate the mass of reactants and products, whether solid, liquid or gas.
Students further develop their understanding of the universal language of chemistry. They are introduced to the idea that science is a global enterprise that relies on clear communication, international conventions, peer review and reproducibility.
In this module, students focus on designing and evaluating investigations that enable them to obtain quantitative data to help them solve problems related to quantitative chemistry. Students should be provided with opportunities to engage with all the Working Scientifically skills throughout the course.
Inquiry question: What happens in chemical reactions?
Students:
conduct practical investigations to observe and measure the quantitative relationships of chemical reactions, including but not limited to:
masses of solids and/or liquids in chemical reactions
volumes of gases in chemical reactions (ACSCH046)
relate stoichiometry to the law of conservation of mass in chemical reactions by investigating:
balancing chemical equations (ACSCH039)
solving problems regarding mass changes in chemical reactions (ACSCH046)
Inquiry question: How are measurements made in chemistry?
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