Honors Chemistry

Honors Chemistry is an in-depth study of energy, atomic structure and function, the periodic table, chemical formulas, reaction stoichiometry, gases, thermodynamics, solution chemistry, equilibrium, and acid-base chemistry. In addition to lectures, the course includes laboratories to emphasize concepts learned in class and improve basic laboratory skills. The course requires that each student be proficient in basic algebra as well as problem solving.

Prerequisite

A in Anatomy, A or B in Honors Anatomy or AP Biology plus an A or B in Algebra II, or A, B, or C in Honors Algebra II

Special Purchases

Goggles, calculator, “For the love of ACT Science”

Homework Estimate

30 minutes per block session

Major Concepts Covered

Unit conversions, properties of matter, laboratory techniques, bond types, periodic table trends, nomenclature, balancing equations, stoichiometry, gas laws, solution chemistry, energy, acids and bases, equilibrium

Insider Information

Honors Chemistry is a science class with a great deal of math. Logic and reasoning skills are utilized and fine-tuned throughout the course. Students who struggle in math will find this course very challenging.