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Define "chemistry" and describe its main branches. (I)
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Describe the relationships between matter and energy. (II)
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Distinguish between physical and chemical properties and changes. (II)
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Interpret symbols and formulas in terms of numbers and kinds of atoms.
(II)
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Describe the physical states of matter with the aid of the Kinetic
Molecular theory. (II, IX)
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Classify matter as elements, compounds, or mixtures. (II)
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Describe the properties of metallic and non-metallic elements. (II)
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Use the Unit-Factor Method in solving chemistry-related problems.
(III)
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Name and write formulas for simple inorganic compounds. (IV, VII)
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Describe the relationship between the outer electronic structure of
atoms and their chemical properties. (V)
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Use the Periodic Table to estimate the properties of elements and
compounds. (V)
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Characterize the fundamental particles comprising the atom with
respect to charge and mass. (V)
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State the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons in any given
isotope, neutral or charged. (V)
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Use the Periodic Table in predicting the number of electrons, formula
for a compound, and metallic or nonmetallic characteristics. (V)
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Draw a Lewis structure (electron dot) for a given ion or compound.
(VI)
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State the type of intermolecular force that exists for a given
substance. (VI)
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Describe the properties of ionic and covalent compounds. (VI)
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Describe the shape and polarity of simple molecules. (VI)
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Complete and balance simple chemical equations. (VIII)
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Solve elementary stoichoimetry problems. (VIII)
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Classify a reaction as endothermic or exothermic. (VIII)
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List the factors affecting the rate of a reaction. (VIII)
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Describe the chemical and physical properties of water. (IX)
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Describe the properties of solutions. (X)
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Identify substances as electrolytes or nonelectrolytes. (X)
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Classify substances as acids, bases, or salts. (XI)
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Explain the behavior of buffer systems. (XI)
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Define the pH scale of measuring the relative acidity of solutions.
(XI)
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Define and identify redox reaction as exemplified by single
replacement and combustion reactions. (XII)
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