Chapter 1: Introduction to Chemistry
What you need to learn in this chapter
In this chapter, we will be learning about the development of chemistry and its importance in our daily lives. We will understand the significance of biotechnology and how it impacts our lives. We will also explore different chemical substances that we commonly use in our daily lives.
Next, we will delve into scientific investigation in chemistry. We will learn how to design experiments to study hypotheses and understand the scientific method. We will specifically study the effect of temperature on the solubility of salt in water using scientific methods.
Lastly, we will focus on the uses, management, and handling of apparatus and chemical substances in the laboratory. We will identify different types of self-protective instruments and learn about safety measures in the laboratory. We will also demonstrate proper management and handling methods for apparatus and chemical substances.
By the end of this chapter, we will have a solid understanding of the importance of chemistry in our lives, how to conduct scientific investigations, and how to safely handle apparatus and chemical substances in the laboratory.
Topics in this chapter
1. Development in Chemistry and Its Importance in Life
What you will learn in this topic
- State the importance of biotechnology in life
- Giving examples of chemical substances that are usually used in daily life
- Generating ideas on the development of chemistry field and chemical technology contributions to humans
- Giving examples of careers related to field of chemistry
2. Scientific Investigation in Chemistry
What you will learn in this topic
- Designing experiment to study the hypothesis
- Studying the effect of temperature on the solubility of salt in water using scientific methods
3. Uses, Management and Handling of Apparatus and Chemical Substances
What you will learn in this topic
- Pointing out the types and functions of self protective instruments and safety in the laboratory
- Demonstrating management and handling methods of apparatus and chemical substances
- Communicating on steps of handling accidents in laboratory
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