CHEMISTRY 431 (H) Grades: 10 -12 Grouping: Homogeneous Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II concurrent, or by Recommendation of the Department Chemistry 431 (Honors) is offered to qualified students with the recommendation of the Science Department. The course attacks, in depth, the major theoretical concepts and ideas of chemistry such as the mole, stoichiometry, periodicity, atomic structure, bonding, chemical reactions, chemical energy, kinetics, equilibria and solution chemistry (including acid and base theories and electrochemistry). In addition, a unit on organic chemistry and biochemistry is studied. Classroom dialogue and problem- solving encourage students to think creatively, to analyze and question scientific information, and to foster independent work habits. Weekly laboratory work to demonstrate, elucidate, and develop key concepts is an essential part of this course. Full year course, 8 times per 6 day cycle, 7 credits