Course Overview

Chemistry B is the second in a two-course sequence that deepens students' understanding of the principles of chemistry. Building on the foundations established in Chemistry A, this course emphasizes energy in chemical systems, quantitative analysis of reactions, and the study of nuclear processes. Students continue to engage in hands-on and virtual laboratory experiments, applying scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary problem-solving to connect chemistry concepts to real-world applications.

Key Learning Focus

Students will:

• Explore how energy is transformed during chemical reactions.
• Construct explanations of the relationship between energy and matter.
• Apply the law of conservation of mass to calculate and compare reactants and products.
• Perform stoichiometric calculations to analyze chemical reactions.
• Develop models to understand and explain nuclear processes.

Instructional Approach

Instruction emphasizes laboratory investigations, data-driven modeling, and collaborative problem-solving. Students use both experimental and virtual tools to explore chemical concepts, while applying reasoning to authentic scientific and technological contexts.

Outcome

By the end of Chemistry B, students will:

• Demonstrate understanding of energy transformations in chemical reactions.
• Apply conservation of mass and stoichiometry to predict and calculate reaction outcomes.
• Analyze and model nuclear processes with scientific accuracy.
• Communicate findings effectively through lab reports and discussions.
• Be well-prepared for advanced high school or college-level science courses.