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1 1 Chapter 1 Introduction to Chemistry REVIEW Pioneer High School Mr. David Norton

2 2 Chapter 1 - Review  Organic chemistry  Inorganic chemistry  Biochemistry  Analytical chemistry  Physical chemistry  The study of the composition and structure of matter is...  Rock melting, or rock rolling down a hill?

3 3 Chapter 1 - Review  Chemistry is concerned with changes in...  Division of chemistry that requires the most extensive math background  Major contributor to the greenhouse effect?  What “age” are we now in?  Fuel source providing most of the world’s energy?

4 4 Chapter 1 - Review  Steps of the scientific method  Difference between a scientific theory and a scientific law  A hypothesis is…  Important characteristic of a scientific theory  Should chemistry be studied by yourself?

5 5 Chapter 1 - Review  Know the 5 major divisions of chemistry, and examples  Describe how the world’s energy needs might be met.  Why are plastics valuable in the construction of an automobile  Explain the relationship of the steps of the scientific method to each other

6 6 Chapter 1 - Review  Difference between a scientific law and theory?  Use an example from your life that illustrates testing and refining of a hypothesis  How is a scientist’s use of the word “theory” different from the way the word is used every day?

7 7 Chapter 1 - Review  Which of the following would a chemist be most likely to study? –A leaf »Floating on water »Being blown by the wind »Being eaten by an insect »Changing color

8 8 Chapter 1 - Review  Which of the following best describes an example of pure chemistry? –Testing the effects of lower concentrations of a drug on humans –Studying chemicals containing carbon –Developing a cure for osteoporosis –Finding an antidote for a new strain of virus

9 9 Chapter 1 - Review  Yes or No –Knowledge of chemistry allows the public to make informed decisions –Studying chemistry ensures that officials make correct choices in funding technology –Knowledge of chemistry helps prepare people for careers in soil science –Chemistry explains many aspects of nature

10 10 Chapter 1 - Review  What are some examples of chemistry research in the main area of energy?  What is a current research focus in chemistry according to your text book?  Which of the following can be observed only in a microscopic view –Foam insulation –X-ray –Shape of a soybean –Structure of a muscle cell

11 11 Chapter 1 - Review  What was a major contributor to chemist Antoine Lovoisier?  Can a scientific theory be proven?  Which step of the scientific method requires you to use your senses?  How do conceptual problems differ from numeric problems?  What steps should always be followed for effective problem solving?

12 12 Chapter 1 - Review  How many traditional ares of study can chemistry be divided into?  How many steps are involved in solving numeric problems?


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