1. Chemistry is…
M. Billings
North Surry

2. Learning Target
I will be able to define chemistry and discuss the 2 laws that must always be followed!!

3. Chemistry is…
….The study of matter: both physical and chemical properties.

4. Begins at the sub-atomic level…

5. …And includes…

7. Why do they look so similar?
Based on Two Laws…
Law of Conservation of Matter (or mass)— Matter cannot be created or destroyed– it can only change form.
Law of Conservation of Energy – Energy cannot be created or destroyed– it can only change form.
Why do they look so similar?
E=mC2

8. What do we use as a basis for our study of matter in the universe?
Scientific Method… Of Course!

9. Define a problem[often in question form] Form a hypothesis
Research the problem
Design an experiment
Must have a control and a variable (we attempt to design experiments with only 1 variable)
Run the experiment
Multiple times—at least 3 but more if possible
Analyze the data
Often with graphs; always with math!!
Make conclusions

10. Tools of the Trade…

11. MSDS Sheets