LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 6

The learner will build an understanding of regularities in chemistry.

Objective 6.01
Analyze the periodic trends in the physical and chemical properties of elements.
  • Groups (families).
  • Periods.
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Objective 6.02
Investigate and analyze the formation and nomenclature of simple inorganic compounds.
  • Ionic bonds (including oxidation numbers).
  • Covalent bonds.
  • Metallic bonds.
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Objective 6.03
Identify the reactants and products of chemical reactions and balance simple equations of various types:
  • Single replacement.
  • Double replacement.
  • Decomposition.
  • Synthesis.
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Objective 6.04
Measure and analyze the indicators of chemical change including:
  • Development of a gas.
  • Formation of a precipitate.
  • Release/absorption of energy (heat or light).
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Objective 6.05
Investigate and analyze the properties and composition of solutions:
  • Solubility curves.
  • Concentration.
  • Polarity.
  • pH scale.
  • Electrical conductivity.
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Objective 6.06
Describe and explain radioactivity and its practical application as an alternative energy source:
  • Alpha, beta, and gamma decay.
  • Fission.
  • Fusion.
  • Nuclear waste.
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