SS2 Second Term Chemistry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS2 Second Term Chemistry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS2 Second Term Chemistry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Organic Chemistry
Lesson Note: Overview of organic compounds and functional groups.
Scheme of Work: Hydrocarbons and their classifications.
Activities: Identification of organic compounds in everyday items.
Week 2: Environmental Chemistry
Lesson Note: Pollution, greenhouse gases, and environmental impact.
Scheme of Work: Sustainable practices and green chemistry.
Activities: Group projects on environmental solutions.
Week 3: Chemical Kinetics
Lesson Note: Reaction rates, factors affecting rates, and collision theory.
Scheme of Work: Rate laws and mechanisms.
Activities: Experimental determination of reaction rates.
Week 4: Equilibrium
Lesson Note: Chemical equilibrium, Le Chatelier’s principle.
Scheme of Work: Equilibrium constants and calculations.
Activities: Le Chatelier’s principle demonstrations.
Week 5: Acids and Bases II
Lesson Note: Bronsted-Lowry theory, conjugate acids and bases.
Scheme of Work: Buffer solutions and titrations.
Activities: Buffer preparation and titration experiments.
Week 6: Electrochemistry II
Lesson Note: Cell potential, Nernst equation.
Scheme of Work: Electrochemical series and applications.
Activities: Designing and constructing simple electrochemical cells.
Week 7: Transition Elements
Lesson Note: Properties and uses of transition metals.
Scheme of Work: Coordination compounds and isomerism.
Activities: Identifying coordination compounds.
Week 8: Nuclear Chemistry
Lesson Note: Nuclear reactions, radioactivity, and nuclear energy.
Scheme of Work: Fission, fusion, and applications.
Activities: Simulations on nuclear reactions.
Week 9: Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
Lesson Note: Techniques for analysis – spectroscopy, chromatography.
Scheme of Work: Quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Activities: Hands-on experience with analytical instruments.
Week 10: Industrial Chemistry
Lesson Note: Chemical processes in industries.
Scheme of Work: Petrochemicals, polymers, and pharmaceuticals.
Activities: Field trip to local industries.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Comprehensive review of second term topics.
Scheme of Work: Practice tests, group discussions, and feedback.
Activities: Interactive quizzes and concept mapping.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Final preparation for the term examination.
Scheme of Work: Mock examinations, question analysis, and review.
Activities: Examination simulations and last-minute clarifications.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Recap of the term’s achievements and progress.
Scheme of Work: Farewell activities, awards, and recognition.
Activities: Student reflections and goal-setting for the next term.