Chemistry Grade 11: Semester 2

Description

Dear Lerner,

This module explores three fundamental areas of chemistry: Chemical Kinetics, Chemical Equilibrium, and Oxygen-Containing Organic Compounds. It is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of these essential concepts, which are crucial for a deeper grasp of chemical reactions and organic chemistry.

1. Chemical Kinetics: This section delves into the study of reaction rates and the factors that influence them and the influence of temperature on reaction rates. Through experiments and theoretical models, students will gain insights into the mechanisms of chemical reactions.
2. Chemical Equilibrium: In this part of the module, students will explore the dynamic nature of chemical equilibrium, where the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal. The module covers the equilibrium constant (K), Le Chatelier’s Principle, and the effects of concentration, temperature, and pressure on equilibrium positions. Students will also learn to calculate equilibrium concentrations and understand the concept of the reaction quotient (Q).
3. Oxygen-Containing Organic Compounds: This section introduces students to important classes of organic compounds containing oxygen, such as alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, and esters. The module covers the structure, nomenclature, physical properties, and chemical reactivity of these compounds. Special attention is given to the functional groups and their role in determining the behavior of organic molecules.

Throughout the module, students will engage in hands-on laboratory experiments, problem-solving sessions, and discussions to reinforce their understanding of the concepts. By the end of this module, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to analyze chemical reactions, understand equilibrium systems, and appreciate the diversity and significance of oxygen-containing organic compounds in everyday life.

Competencies

At the end of this lesson student will be able to:

• Evaluate the impact of factors such as concentration, temperature, catalysts, and the nature of reactants on the rate of chemical reactions.
• Apply knowledge of chemical kinetics to explain how reaction rates change under varying conditions.
• Explain the principles of chemical equilibrium and its dynamic nature in reversible reactions.
• Analyze the role and interpretation of equilibrium constants (K) in quantifying the balance between reactants and products.
• Recognize and classify the structures of oxygen-containing organic compounds, including alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids.
• Relate the properties of oxygen-containing organic compounds to their molecular structure and functional groups.
• Predict and describe the chemical reactions of oxygen-containing organic compounds, emphasizing their transformations and reactivity patterns.

Contents

4. Chemical Kinetics

Lesson 1: Introduction of Chemical Kinetics

Lesson 2: Reaction Rate Factors

5. Chemical Equilibrium

Lesson 3: Chemical Equilibrium

Lesson 4: Application of chemical Equilibrium

Lesson 5: Changing equilibrium Conditions

6. Key Oxygen Compounds

Lesson 6: Alcohol & Ether

Lesson 7: Aldehyde , Ketone & Carboxylic acids

Lesson 8: Esters

Assessment

Assessment in this module may include:

All assessments consist of automatically graded multiple-choice questions with explanatory feedback. Each question offers four answer choices, marked by small square checkboxes. While the options may not always be labeled A, B, C, or D, you can interpret the checkboxes in that order.

• Quizzes and tests, Assignments
• Mid Exam.
• Final Exam.

Reference

• Chemistry Grade 11 student text book based on new curriculum .
• Extreme Grade 11 and 12
• Galaxy Grade 11 and 12
• Alpha Grade 11 and 12