Advanced Chemistry and Molecular Science
Advanced laboratory experiments challenge students to explore complex chemical and molecular phenomena through rigorous, research‑based activities.
Description : In this advanced chemistry course, students conduct rigorous laboratory experiments that explore molecular interactions, chemical bonds, and reaction mechanisms. Critical analysis and research projects encourage a deep understanding of complex chemical phenomena.
Category : Science
Age : 12+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Foundations of Chemistry Section 1: Scientific Methods and Measurement - Lesson 1: Introduction to the Scientific Method - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is the Scientific Method? - Lesson 2: Measurement and Units in Chemistry - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding Units and Conversions Section 2: Matter and Its Properties - Lesson 1: Defining Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Classifications of Matter - Lesson 2: States of Matter and Physical Properties - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Solids, Liquids, Gases, and Phase Changes Section 3: Introduction to Atomic Theory - Lesson 1: Historical Development of Atomic Theory - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Early Ideas and Discoveries - Lesson 2: Fundamental Concepts of Atomic Structure - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Atoms as the Building Blocks Section 4: Chemical Nomenclature and Formulas - Lesson 1: Writing Chemical Formulas and Naming Compounds - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Rules for Chemical Nomenclature - Lesson 2: Introduction to Chemical Equations - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Balancing Simple Reactions Section 5: Introduction to Laboratory Safety and Techniques - Lesson 1: Basics of Laboratory Safety - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Understanding Safety Protocols - Lesson 2: Essential Laboratory Equipment and Usage - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Proper Handling of Lab Tools Module 2: Atomic Structure and Periodicity Section 1: Subatomic Particles and Models - Lesson 1: Discovering Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Subatomic Particles - Lesson 2: Models of the Atom: From Dalton to Bohr - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Comparing Atomic Models Section 2: Electron Configurations - Lesson 1: Understanding Electron Shells and Energy Levels - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Structure of Electron Arrangements - Lesson 2: Writing Electron Configurations for Simple Atoms - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practice with Periodic Table Elements Section 3: The Periodic Table and Its Trends - Lesson 1: Structure and Organization of the Periodic Table - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Layout and Periodic Trends - Lesson 2: Trends in Atomic Radius, Ionization Energy, and Electronegativity - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: How Periodicity Influences Chemical Behavior Section 4: Elements Classification and Reactivity - Lesson 1: Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identifying Element Types - Lesson 2: Periodic Trends and Element Reactivity - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Fundamental Patterns in Element Behavior Section 5: Isotopes and Atomic Mass - Lesson 1: Understanding Isotopes and Their Significance - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: What Are Isotopes? - Lesson 2: Calculating Average Atomic Mass - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Weighted Averages in Atomic Mass Determination Module 3: Molecular Bonding and Structure Section 1: Ionic and Covalent Bonds - Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Ionic Bonding - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: How Ions Form and Interact - Lesson 2: Fundamentals of Covalent Bonding - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Sharing Electrons in Atoms Section 2: Molecular Geometry - Lesson 1: Introduction to VSEPR Theory - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Predicting Molecular Shapes - Lesson 2: Determining Molecular Shapes from Bond Angles - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practical Applications of VSEPR Section 3: Intermolecular Forces - Lesson 1: Overview of Intermolecular Attractions - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Types and Importance of Intermolecular Forces - Lesson 2: Comparing Strengths of Hydrogen Bonds, Dipole Interactions, and Dispersion Forces - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Fundamental Interactions between Molecules Section 4: Polarity and Molecular Interactions - Lesson 1: Identifying Polar and Nonpolar Molecules - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Role of Electronegativity and Molecular Shape - Lesson 2: Effects of Polarity on Physical Properties - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Solubility and Melting/Boiling Points Section 5: Hybridization and Orbital Overlap - Lesson 1: Basics of Orbital Hybridization - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Recognizing sp, sp2, and sp3 Hybrids - Lesson 2: Linking Hybridization to Molecular Structure - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: How Orbital Overlap Determines Geometry Module 4: Chemical Reactions and Equilibrium Section 1: Types of Chemical Reactions - Lesson 1: Overview of Reaction Types (Synthesis, Decomposition, etc.) - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Identifying Reaction Patterns - Lesson 2: Recognizing and Writing Basic Reaction Equations - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Formulating Chemical Reactions Section 2: Stoichiometry Basics - Lesson 1: Introduction to Moles and Molar Mass - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Essential Stoichiometric Concepts - Lesson 2: Using Stoichiometry to Balance Chemical Equations - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Step-by-Step Equation Balancing Section 3: Reaction Rates and Catalysis - Lesson 1: Factors Affecting Reaction Rates - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding Rate Influencers - Lesson 2: The Role of Catalysts in Chemical Reactions - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: How Catalysts Change Reaction Dynamics Section 4: Chemical Equilibrium Fundamentals - Lesson 1: Introduction to Chemical Equilibrium Concepts - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Dynamic Balance in Reactions - Lesson 2: Le Chatelier’s Principle and Its Applications - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Predicting Shifts in Equilibrium Section 5: Acids, Bases, and pH - Lesson 1: Basic Properties of Acids and Bases - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Defining Acidity and Basicity - Lesson 2: Introduction to the pH Scale and Its Applications - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Measuring and Interpreting pH Values Module 5: Laboratory Techniques and Molecular Analysis Section 1: Laboratory Safety and Equipment - Lesson 1: Essential Safety Procedures in the Lab - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Safety Guidelines for Experiments - Lesson 2: Introduction to Common Laboratory Equipment - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Functions and Proper Usage of Lab Tools Section 2: Experimental Design and Data Analysis - Lesson 1: Principles of Designing a Chemistry Experiment - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Planning and Hypothesis Formation - Lesson 2: Basic Techniques in Data Collection and Analysis - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Recording and Interpreting Experimental Data Section 3: Chromatography and Spectroscopy Basics - Lesson 1: Introduction to Chromatography Techniques - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Separating Mixtures Using Chromatography - Lesson 2: Fundamentals of Spectroscopy in Molecular Analysis - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Light to Understand Molecules Section 4: Quantitative Analysis Methods - Lesson 1: Titration Techniques for Concentration Determination - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learning the Titration Process - Lesson 2: Gravimetric Analysis and Its Applications - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Measuring Substance Composition by Mass Section 5: Introduction to Molecular Modeling - Lesson 1: Basics of Molecular Modeling Software - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Visualizing Molecular Structures Digitally - Lesson 2: Applying Molecular Models to Predict Chemical Behavior - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Linking Models with Experimental Results