Chemistry+2x+Semester+projects

Chemistry 2x ** Semester Project ** Kurt Vonnegut (modern American author) once claimed that a scientist who can’t explain what he is studying to an eight-year-old child is a charlatan. After one full semester of studying chemistry, I assume that you have a good grasp of the basics of chemistry. To demonstrate this, I would like you to write a children’s book explaining the basics of chemistry.

The **text** of your book with an outline and list of diagrams to be included is due on: April 13 30 pts

Your **final copy** including cover and original artwork is due on: May 8 100 pts

Keep the following directions in mind as you plan your book You may work with one partner as a co-author / co-illustrator. You may be able to demonstrate more originality with a storybook instead of a simplified textbook. Outline first. The order of presentation in your textbook might not be your best choice. If you choose to ignore any large section of the material we have covered, be prepared to defend your choice. Your target audience is young. Make it a picture book. Pictures may be original or found. You will need to use technical terms. These should be printed in **bold-faced type** and defined the first time they are used. Limit the amount of text on a page. Use a large (18 to 24 point) font. Drawings should be simple, with limited labels and captions. Do not miss a deadline. (Emphasis on the “dead”) Consider your text (due on April 7) as a rough draft for conventions, not content. Factual errors in the most basic ideas would be very serious at this stage. For students whose first language is not English, extra credit is available for including a translation to your native language.

Traditionally, the most coveted awards presented for this project are the Best in Show award (chosen by me) and the Sarah’s Choice award (selected by my oldest daughter). Other special mentions available are Rebecca’s Choice, Most Informative, Best Looking, Best Original Artwork, Best Story, and Most Informative Artwork.

Definition of chemistry Scientific Method Matter Mixtures vs Substances Elements vs Compounds Physical changes vs Chemical changes Measurement and SI Accuracy vs Precision Conversions Standard vs Derived units Atoms Atomic structure Isotopes Atomic number vs Mass # Periodic table Bonding Ionic vs covalent bonds Valence electrons and the Octet Rule Formulas Balancing charges Naming molec.&ionic cpds Mole andAvogadro’sNumber Mole conversions % composition Writing/balancing reactions Types of rxns Stoichiometry % yield Gases Boyle’s/Charles’/Idealgaslaw State changes Nature of liquids andsolids Heat Endothermic vs Exothermic Measuring heat, temperature Models of atom Rutherford’s experiment Electron configuration Periodic trends Metals and nonmetals Polar vs nonpolar bonds Water Solutions Electrolytes vs non Concentration Colligative properties Rate of Reaction Equilibrium Spontaneity, Entropy, enthalpy