1. 9/7/20151 Beginning Chemistry

2. 9/7/20152 Introduction This is an introductory lesson for first time Chemistry students. I am Celia Frederick, your course instructor.

3. 9/7/20153 Topic of Discussion Today’s focus is on defining ‘Chemistry’ and showing it’s relevance in every-day life.

4. 9/7/20154 What is Chemistry? Chemistry is the study of the nature and properties of all forms of matter (the substances which make up our environment) and the changes they undergo as conditions (temperature, pressure, etc.) change. It includes man’s attempts to transform the natural world in order to benefit from nature’s complexities and hidden resources.

5. 9/7/20155 Application of Chemistry Chemistry is used in many industries. For example: Food and Beverages Medicine (diagnosis and treatment) Cosmetics and Beauty Supplies Agriculture (fertilizers and pesticides, etc.) Archeology (carbon dating) Textiles/Fabrics

6. 9/7/20156 Learning Chemistry In addition to being guided by a knowledgeable Instructor/Tutor, the following tools can assist in your understanding of Chemistry: Good text CBT (simulation software) Internet

7. 9/7/20157 Course Outline The Three States of Matter Elements, Mixtures and compounds Pure and Impure Substances Separating Mixtures Atomic Structure Chemical Bonding Introducing The Periodic Table The Mole Concept Acids Bases and Salts Writing and Balancing Chemical Equations (Acid/Base reactions) Characteristics of Metals

8. 9/7/20158 Some Useful Websites http://www.starlearners.org/ChemN ewsletter.pdf http://www.starlearners.org/ChemN ewsletter.pdf http://yenka.com/en/Yenka_Chemi stry/ http://yenka.com/en/Yenka_Chemi stry/ http://www.exploratorium.edu/learn ing_studio/cool/chemistry.html http://www.exploratorium.edu/learn ing_studio/cool/chemistry.html