Course #448

2013 2014 School Year Advanced Placement Chemistry

Mr. Messina

Location: Room 122 Time: The class meets daily for 42 minutes on a rotating 6 day cycle. Lab classes meet for 84 minutes 2 times during each cycle. Office Hours: The best thing to do is set an appointment to avoid lines. I usually stay after school until 3:30 pm. I will gladly stay later if you give me advanced notice. You can also catch me in Junior Hall in the mornings before the late bell and/ or during homeroom. E-mail: amessina@bethlehemcatholichs.org Phone: 610-866-0791 Ext. 9637 Course Description This course serves the interest of the student who wishes to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. It is open to both juniors and seniors. The course is designed to be equivalent to the General Chemistry course usually taken during the first year in college. It differs qualitatively from the usual first secondary school course with respect to the textbook used, the topics covered, the emphasis on chemical equations and the mathematical formulation of principles, and the kind of lab work done by the students. Quantitative differences appear in the number of topics treated, the time spent on the course by the student, and the nature and variety of experiments done in the lab, and the maturity and study demanded of the students. All students enrolled in Advanced Placement Chemistry are required to pay for and take the Advanced Placement Test, which will be given in May. Additional details can be obtained at http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/sub_chem.html

Required Textbooks: Chang, R. Chemistry; 8th Ed.; McGraw-Hill: New York, NY, 2005. Chang, R. Study Guide for Use with Chemistry; 8th Ed.; McGraw-Hill: New York, NY, 2005. Hostage, D. & Fossett, M. Laboratory Investigations AP Chemistry; Peoples Publishing Group: Saddle Brook, NJ, 2006.

Additional Requirements: A scientific calculator A marble bound notebook for lab A notebook for class notes A binder for online notes and handouts A notebook/ binder exclusively for homework. It should be something I can collect.

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Course Objectives The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the knowledge and laboratory techniques learned in a typical first year college chemistry course. The course is structured according to the Advanced Placement Course Description devised by the College Board. Emphasis will be placed on the use of the scientific method of inquiry, development of advanced critical thinking skills, problem solving techniques, mathematical applications, and scientific writing. Specifically, the student will o Understand how chemistry became a science. o How the work of early scientists led to the foundation of content knowledge. o Be able to describe and explain concepts and observations by correctly using content vocabulary. o Be able to use the scientific method of inquiry to obtain data by means of experimentation. o Be able to interpret data and use statistical analysis to draw accurate conclusions. o Be able to use and maintain a laboratory notebook as outlined in this syllabus. o View the world differently by gaining an increased awareness of the chemistry involved with daily life. Course Requirements There will be 3 examinations during each quarter. No cumulative examination will be given with the exception of the AP Test. The midterm exam will simply be the last examination of the first semester. Although the midterm is not cumulative, it will require prior knowledge of course material from previous examinations. The midterm exam is worth 20% of the first semester. Your second semester grade will be calculated from your third and fourth quarter grades only. Participation in class discussions. Course work will be supplemented by laboratory experiments. A laboratory notebook will be maintained for all laboratory experiments.

Grading The grading system will consist of a point system. Your grade will be determined by the percentage of points accumulated. The point system is as follows: Exams: 100 points each Labs: 20 points each Lab practical: 50 points each Additional assignments, class participation, & homework: Points to be determined by instructor.

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Requirements for Written Assignments We will use www.turnitin.com for all typed assignments. Please use the 12 point sans-serif Arial font and double space the sentences. Always put your name in the upper left-hand side of the header. You can download chemistry fonts for free at http://www.scs-intl.com/. Select ChemFont97 and save the fonts in your font folder. Policy on Assignment Due Dates Assignments are due on time. Failure to submit assignments on time will result in a zero. Printer problems, computer crashes, or any problems associated with the computer labs at BECA will not be accepted as valid reasons for late work. Recall from honors chemistry that I tend to give you 1-2 weeks advanced notice about due dates with reminders along the way! To reinforce what is announced in class, you also have the online website, the drop box, and e-mail. I give you advanced notification so can budget your time to deliver the best product. It is not recommended that you wait 1-2 days before a due date to study for a test or write a lab report! Contact me immediately should you encounter any problems. Exam and Lab policy You are expected to be in school on exam and lab days. Should you miss an exam or lab, you will need to arrange a time to complete the work. YOU NEED TO DO THIS AS SOON AS YOU WALK IN THE BUILDING UPON YOUR RETURN (NOT AS SOON AS YOU WALK INTO CLASS). A makeup test will be given for not taking the exam within 24 hours of being absent. Labs must be completed after school according to my schedule. Computer Use Policy The use of tablets and translators is prohibited during testing. Please visit https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-calculus-ab/calculator-policy for a list of approved calculators. Calculators are prohibited on the multiple choice section of the AP test and on my exams as well. Tablets and translators may be used during lectures to support the learning process. This means tablets may be used for note taking, and translators may be used to translate words. Tablets are not permitted during laboratory experiments. Students should read the Acceptable Internet Use Policy and the Cellular Phones and Other Electronic Devices With Internet Access Policy in the student handbook to avoid misuse of technology.

Academic Dishonesty Any student found cheating during a test or using another students work (e.g. a lab report) will receive a zero for that undertaking. The administration and parent(s) or guardians will be notified and the final grade for the course will be determined at the end of the quarter. Additional information You are expected to behave in a professional manner and treat each other with respect. This includes maintaining a positive attitude! Do not touch anything unless you have permission.

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Remember, you are in a chemistry laboratory as opposed to a classroom. YOU MUST PAY ATTENTION TO ALL WARNINGS GIVEN TO YOU! THIS IS TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF THOSE AROUND YOU! If the coursework becomes difficult, GET HELP ASAP. Come see me first!!! We can discuss options!!!

Course #448

2013 2014 School Year Semester 1 Calendar

Mr. Messina

Week of Monday,

Chapter Readings & Homework

1: Chemistry: The Study of Change 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 12, 16, 18, 21, 22, 24, 32, 38, 40, 46, 49, 64, 72, 83, 85, 90 2: Atoms, Molecules, and Ions August 26 18, 22, 24, 26, 31, 47, 56, 58, 67, 86, 90 3: Mass Relationships in Chemical Reactions 6, 19, 20, 25, 28, 30, 41, 43, 54, 66, 68, 74, 83, 86, 89, 93, 101, 112, 119 Q1 Test 1 September 2 5: Gases 18, 24, 33, 41, 49, 52, 55, 58, 66, 73, 78, 84, 88, 93, 96, 102, 108, 112, 124, 128, 141 6: Thermochemistry September 9 11, 14, 17, 20, 22, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 37, 41, 43, 45, 48, 54, 55, 57, 64, 70, 72, 76, 77, 80, 91, 103 Q1 Test 2 September 23 7: Quantum Theory and the Electronic Structure of Atoms 8, 16, 19, 23, 26, 28, 35, 36, 38, 40, 41, 44, 52, 54, 56, 60, 66, 71, 72, 82, 86, 100, 110, 113, 125 September 30 8: Periodic Relationships Among the Elements 22, 26, 30, 31, 38, 44, 45, 54, 56, 58, 62, 64, 69, 83, 89 Q1 Test 3 October 7 October 14 9: Chemical Bonding I: Basic Concepts 7, 18, 23, 26, 30, 34, 36, 39, 43, 46, 48, 51, 56, 62, 64, 72, 83, 90, 91, 96, 104, 107, 118 10: Chemical Bonding II Molecular Geometry & Hybridization October 21 7, 10, 18, 21, 24, 26, 30, 34, 36, 38, 43, 45, 47, 54, 58, 64, 65, 69, 73, 82, 84, 100 Q2 Test 1 4: Reactions in Aqueous Solutions October 28 8, 18, 21, 32, 40, 44, 54, 55, 64, 71, 76, 77, 88, 93, 96, 105, 128, 142, 145 Q2 Test 2

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13: Chemical Kinetics Part 1 6, 8, 45, 46, 49 14: Chemical Equilibrium 8, 14, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 28, 29, 30, 31, 36, 42, 43, 45, 46, 48, 54, 55, 56, 58, 60, 62, 82, 88, 98, 106 Q2 Test 3

November 11

November 18

November 25

December 2 15: Acids and Bases 5, 6, 20, 24, 31, 33, 34, 38, 43, 46, 48, 59, 70, 77, 82, 85, 92, 93, 117, 120, 131 December 16 16: Acid-Base Equilibria and Solubility 10, 11, 14, 20, 22, 26, 29, 37, 45, 52, 56, 61, 64, 72, 88, 94, 110, 114, 122 December 30 Midterm January 6

December 9

January 13

Semester Exams

Semester 2 Calendar January 20 January 27 February 3 February 10 February 17 February 24 March 3 13: Chemical Kinetics Part 2 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, 30, 37, 38, 40, 41, 53, 54, 59, 68, 71, 72, 74, 78, 84, 110 Q3 Test 3
11: Intermolecular Forces & Liquids and Solid

7, 10, 14, 25, 27, 30, 31, 37, 38, 39, 42, 44, 47, 55, 60, 66, 76, 79, 81, 86, 92, 93, 100, 121, 125, 138 Q3 Test 1 12: Physical Properties of Solutions 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 22, 28, 29, 33, 34, 38, 39, 44, 52, 57, 59, 62, 71, 74, 79, 92, 93, 118 & Go back to chapter 5 and do 5.69 (Read Chemistry in Action p. 192) Q3 Test 2

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18: Entropy, Free Energy, and Equilibrium March 17 March 24 March 31 19: Electrochemistry April 7 April 14 (Holy Week) 22: Transition Metal Chemistry and Coordination Compounds April 21 23: Nuclear Chemistry 5, 6, 16, 24, 26, 28 Q4 Test 3 April 28 May 5 Take and Review Previous AP Tests AP Test Date: Monday, May 5, 2014 1, 4, 6, 15, 18, 22, 23, 28, 32, 41, 46, 49, 59, 62, 78, 87 Q4 Test 2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 20, 24, 25, 31, 40, 45, 52, 59, 66, 68, 79, 86 Q4 Test 1

17: Chemistry in the Atmosphere (Easter Readings and Special Assignment) 20: Metallurgy and the Chemistry of Metals (Christmas Readings and Special Assignment) 21: Nonmetallic Elements and Their Compounds (Christmas Readings and Special Assignment) 24: Organic Chemistry (Incorporated throughout the year) 25: Synthetic and Natural Organic Polymers (Incorporated throughout the year)

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Laboratory Experiments and Major Topics Introduction to Lab Lab safety Tools, Instruments & Measurements Significant Figures Introduction to Qualitative Analysis Chemical change: Solubility, color changes & gas production Synthesis of an Alum Calculating theoretical and percent yield Analysis of an Alum Flame tests Melting points Gravimetric analysis Percent water in a hydrate Hesss Law: Determining the Enthalpy Change of a Reaction Enthalpy Enthalpy of formation Empirical formulas Percent Error and Statistics Determining Mass Percent of Mg(OH)2 in an Antacid Tablet Gravimetric vs. Volumetric Analysis Solubility Analysis of a Volatile Liquid Dumas Method Molecular mass Density Boiling Point Jobs Method of Continuous Variation Beer-Lambert Law Stoichiometry of a chemical reaction Determining a chemical formula Oxidation states of ions in solution Colorimetry Finding the Mass Percent of Acetic Acid in Vinegar Standardization of NaOH Mass percent Molarity Equivalence points and End points Analysis by Redox Titration

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2013 2014 School Year Equivalence points and End points Indicators Molarity Mass percent

Mr. Messina

Chromatography of a Popular Consumer Beverage & Synthesis, Isolation, and Purification of an Ester (Esterification Handout) Stationary phase vs. Mobile phase Rf Intermolecular forces Esterification Determining Molar Mass by Freezing Point Depression Molality Determining molar mass

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Kinetics: Differential and Integrated Rate Laws Measuring reaction rates and determining reaction order Differentiated rate law vs. Integrated rate law Factors affecting reaction rates Determination of Acid Ionization Constant of a Weak Acid Calculating Ka Titration curves Determination of Equilibrium Constant of an Indicator Beer-Lambert Law Determining KIn Colorimetry Preparation of a Buffer Solution at a Given pH Henderson-Hasselbach Equation pH meters Determining the Solubility Product Constant of Calcium Hydroxide Calculating Ksp Molar solubility Electrolytic Synthesis of Iodoform Oxidation-Reduction Electrolytic cells Exploring Electrochemistry Oxidation-Reduction Galvanic cells Nernst equation