Friday, January 30, 2009

Chemistry Schedule for Feb 2nd - 6th


Monday: Discussion on sec-3.1, The elements. Students will learn about the abundances of elements and names/symbols for the elements. Next they will sit in groups and memorize the names and symbols of the most common elements. After that we’ll move on to sec-3.2, Atoms and compounds. In this topic we’ll focus on Dalton’s atomic theory and formulas of compounds. Do the section reviews for sec-3.1, and 3.2 for homework.

Tuesday: Discussion on sec-3.3, Atomic structure. Students will learn about the structure of the atom, Thomson’s experiment, plum pudding model, Rutherford’s experiment, modern concept of atomic structure, and isotopes. Next they will work on the practice problems in groups. Do the sec-3.3, section review for homeowrk.

Wednesday: We’ll discuss sec-3.4, Using the periodic table. Students will learn about groups, periods, alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, halogens, noble gases, transition metals, nonmetals, metalloids, etc. and their positions on the periodic table. Do the section review for homework.

Thursday: Discussion on sec-3.5, Ions and their compounds. Students will learn about ions, cations and anions, ion charges, ionic compounds, etc. Next they will work on the practice problems in class. Do the section review for homework.

Friday: Students will work on the team learning worksheets in groups and study for the test.

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