Unit 1 notes

Open Ended

Why do you think chemistry is considered a central science, and how does it impact our daily lives?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most important for staying organized in a science course?

• Keeping a detailed lab notebook

• Memorizing all the formulas

• Ignoring deadlines

• Skipping class regularly

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best defines 'matter' as described in the lesson?

• Anything that has mass and takes up space

• A type of chemical reaction

• A tool used in chemistry

• A process of building homes

Open Ended

How is the process of building a home similar to being successful in a chemistry course, according to the lesson?

Multiple Choice

According to the course introduction, what are some skills you will develop in this chemistry course?

• Understanding basic concepts, performing calculations, exploring atoms and molecules

• Learning only about laboratory safety

• Building physical models of homes

• Designing buildings as an architect

Fill in the Blank

The Chemistry Notebook contains sections such as Table of Contents, Interactive Science Notebook, Glossary, and ___.

Multiple Choice

What is the primary purpose of the Interactive Science Notebook (ISN) in your chemistry lessons?

• To take notes and complete activities for each lesson

• To store laboratory equipment

• To record only test scores

• To keep a list of vocabulary words

Multiple Choice

Imagine you are performing an experiment for this course. In which section of the Chemistry Notebook would you most likely find the information on laboratory safety for the experiment?

• glossary

• show what you learned

• appendix

• Interactive Science Notebook

Multiple Choice

What are the three main components included in a vocabulary bundle?

• Objectives, new vocabulary words, prerequisite vocabulary words

• Objectives, lesson summary, practice questions

• New vocabulary words, glossary, experiments

• Objectives, experiments, glossary

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are included in a vocabulary entry according to the lesson?

• The word and its definition, a recording, and a picture

• Only the word and its definition

• A picture and a glossary entry

• A recording and a glossary entry

Open Ended

Explain the importance of learning the definitions of vocabulary words in your Chemistry Notebook.

Fill in the Blank

A prerequisite is information you need to know to understand something ___.

Open Ended

Describe how the 'Show What You Learned' activity supports your learning in this chemistry course.

Multiple Choice

Which part of the course will help you to summarize what you learned?

• virtual laboratory

• lesson overview

• prerequisite vocabulary

• Show What You Learned

Multiple Choice

Which section of the Chemistry Notebook will you most likely write in most often?

• Table of Contents

• Show What You Learned

• Appendix

• Glossary

Multiple Choice

Which branch of chemistry focuses on the study of chemical processes that occur inside living organisms?

• Analytical chemistry

• Biochemistry

• Inorganic chemistry

• Physical chemistry

Multiple Select

Which of the following are branches of chemistry?

• Analytical chemistry

• Organic chemistry

• Physical chemistry

• Botany

Open Ended

Summarize how the branches of chemistry are similar to the branches of a tree, as described in the lesson.

Open Ended

Explain the historical connection between alchemy and chemistry, and how the meaning of the word 'chemistry' has evolved over time.

Fill in the Blank

The word chemistry is thought to have origins in the ancient Egyptian word ___ (chem), which means Earth.

Multiple Choice

Why is chemistry often referred to as a central science?

• Because it is only related to biology

• Because it is connected to many STEM fields and is essential in various disciplines

• Because it is the oldest science

• Because it only deals with laboratory experiments

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes applied chemistry?

• It focuses on understanding the principles and processes of chemistry.

• It is only concerned with the composition of atoms.

• It is the application of chemical principles to solve problems and make useful products.

• It studies only living organisms.

Open Ended

Explain the difference between pure chemistry and applied chemistry, providing an example of each.

Open Ended

Classify the following examples into pure chemistry or applied chemistry: developing better ways to power vehicles, determining the composition of an atom, reducing air pollution, studying how water’s structure changes during freezing.

Fill in the Blank

Inorganic substances typically do not contain both ___ and ___.

Open Ended

What questions do you still have about the introduction to the world of chemistry?

Open Ended

How do you think the organization of this chemistry course will help you learn the subject effectively?