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Higher Chemistry

Higher Chemistry. The Higher Chemistry course is divided into three units:-. Unit 1:- Energy matters. Unit 2:- Carbon compounds. Unit 3:- Chemical Reactions. Higher Chemistry. Unit 1:- Energy matters. In this unit we look at:- Factors affecting reaction rate.

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Higher Chemistry

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  1. Higher Chemistry The Higher Chemistry course is divided into three units:- Unit 1:- Energy matters. Unit 2:- Carbon compounds. Unit 3:- Chemical Reactions. Higher Chemistry

  2. Unit 1:- Energy matters In this unit we look at:- • Factors affecting reaction rate. • Measuring enthalpy (heat) changes in reactions. • Properties of elements. • The Mole. Higher Chemistry

  3. Unit 2:- Carbon Compounds In this unit we look at:- • Fuels. • Hydrocarbons. • Alcohols and related compounds. • Polymers – plastics and synthetic fibres. • Natural products. Higher Chemistry

  4. Unit 3:- Chemical Reactions In this unit we look at • Measuring enthalpy (heat energy) changes. • Equilibrium reactions. • Redox Reactions. • Radioactivity and nuclear reactions. Higher Chemistry

  5. Reaction Rates (Unit 1) This part of the course looks at ways of speeding up reactions. What makes this reaction explosively quick? Higher Chemistry

  6. Properties of elements (Unit 1) Carbon can occur as diamond, pencil lead or in a recently discovered form called fullerine Higher Chemistry

  7. Hydrocarbons (Unit 2) You will find out what is taking place in this chemical plant at Mossmorran near Cowdenbeath in Fife. Higher Chemistry

  8. Polymers (Unit 2) Find out how to make different kinds of polymers. One of the polymers you will make is nylon. Higher Chemistry

  9. Natural Products (Unit 2) Find out how soap can be made from natural substances such as vegetable oil. Higher Chemistry

  10. Redox Reactions (Unit 3) Determine vitamin C content by titration. Higher Chemistry

  11. Radioactivity (Unit 3) Investigate the different types of radioactive emissions – a, bandg radiation and how nuclear fission produces energy. Higher Chemistry

  12. Assessment in Higher Chemistry Each unit is assessed by a test called a NAB (National Assessment Bank test). Each unit NAB is out of 30 marks and the pass mark is 18 marks. You are allowed up to two re-sits for each NAB. Higher Chemistry

  13. These are just some of the things that you will look at in Higher Grade Chemistry. For more information speak to a member of the Chemistry Department. Higher Chemistry

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