Course Description
Chemistry (Level 11) (PACEs 1121–1132)
Prerequisites: Physical Science and Algebra I
In this level the student:
- Examines the history and development of chemistry, careers and fields of study, nuclear chemistry and biochemistry, chemical reactions and balancing equations, acids and bases, the four phases of matter, molecular bonding, and the Periodic Table of Elements.
- Learns about thermodynamics and quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Uses “Teen Life Principles” to apply wisdom to everyday situations.
The Chemistry course also offers free companion videos that supplement the PACEs with interactive, multimedia instruction. Separate Chemistry Labs provide the benefits of a scientific laboratory and allow students to observe “hands-on” lab experiments.
