Year 12 Chemistry
Chemistry is the practical and theoretical study of matter. The course investigates the characteristics of matter
and why the various substances behave in the way they do.
Topics include Structure of Matter, Energy Changes, Oxidation and Reduction Reactions, Acids and Bases
and Organic Chemistry
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Externally Assessed Achievement Standards
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Standard No.
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Title
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Credits
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90308 (2.4)
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Describe the nature of structure and bonding in different substances
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4
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90309 (2.5)
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Describe the structural formulae and reactions of compounds containing selected organic functional groups
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4
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90310 (2.6)
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Describe thermochemical and equilibrium principles
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5
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Internally Assessed Achievement Standards
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90305 (2.1)
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Carry out qualitative analysis
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3
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90306 (2.2)
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Carry out an acid-base volumetric analysis
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3
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90763(2.3)
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Solve simple quantitative chemical problems
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2
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Internally Assessed Unit Standards
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6343
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Explain periodic trends
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4
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6345
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Analyse spontaneous redox reactions
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4
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8948
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Calculate the enthalpy change associated with chemical reactions
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2
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8949
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Characterise the composition of acid and base solutions
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4
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8950
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Predict the formation of precipitates
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2
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Total
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36
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Entry Requirement
An acceptable level of achievement in Level 1 Chemistry standard from the Year 11 Science course is desirable.
Cost
Course workbook $25.00