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This booklet is one of a set of eight designed to be used in a self-paced introductory chemistry course in conjunction with specified textbooks and computer-assisted instruction (CAI) modules. Each topic is introduced with a textbook reading assignment and additional readings are provided in the booklet. Also included are self-tests (and answers), CAI module assignments, and suggested breakpoints for student-teacher consultations. Supplementary learning materials, including filmstrips, are also suggested. Each booklet contains specific cognitive objectives to be met by completion. This booklet covers seven major topics concerning chemical reactions: equations, molecular weight, stoichiometry, percentage composition, reaction types, redox, and rates. (MH)

This study guide is part of a program of studies entitled the Science and Engineering Technician (SET) Curriculum developed to provide a framework for training technicians in the use of electronic instruments and their applications. This interdisciplinary course of study integrates elements from the disciplines of chemistry, physics, mathematics, mechanical technology, and electronic technology. This guide provides the content for the chemistry component of the curriculum including: (1) solutions and concentrations; (2) chemical equations; (3) electrochemistry; (4) gas laws; and (5) organic materials. (Author/SK)

This student module on recognizing job health hazards is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module presents the four general categories of environmental conditions or stresses: chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic. Following the introduction, 14 objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student is expected to accomplish are listed (e.g., Identify four biological health hazards). Then each objective is taught in detail, sometimes accompanied by illustrations. Learning activities are included. A list of references and answers to learning activities complete the module. (CT)

This student module on fire prevention and emergency procedures is one of 50 modules concerned with job safety and health. This module discusses the chemistry of fire and the methods for extinguishment, along with the steps necessary for emergency action. Following the introduction, 10 objectives (each keyed to a page in the text) the student is expected to accomplish are listed (e.g., List the basic requirements for an emergency action plan). Then each objective is taught in detail, sometimes accompanied by illustrations. Learning activities are included. A list of references and answers to learning activities complete the module. (CT)

This course in chemistry for energy technology is one of 16 courses in the Energy Technology Series developed for an Energy Conservation-and-Use Technology curriculum. Intended for use in two-year postsecondary technical institutions to prepare technicians for employment, the courses are also useful in industry for updating employees in company-sponsored training programs. Comprised of five modules, the course is designed with a special emphasis on all aspects of chemistry as it relates to the work of an energy technician. Basic chemical information and techniques are presented. (Chemistry for Energy Technology II is available separately as CE 030 777.) Written by a technical expert and approved by industry representatives, each module contains the following elements: introduction, prerequisites, objectives, subject matter, exercises, laboratory materials, laboratory procedures (experiment section for hands-on portion), data tables (included in most basic courses to help students learn to collect or organize data), references, and glossary. Module titles are Safety in Chemical Operations; Structure of Matter; Chemical Equations and Calculations; Refrigeration, Gases, and Air Pollution; and Solutions. (YLB)

This document is an instructional module package prepared in objective form for use by an instructor familiar with water stabilization and deposition and corrosion control in a water supply system. Included are objectives, an instructor guide, student handouts and transparency masters. The module considers water stability, water chemistry, deposition, deposition control, corrosion and corrosion control. This is the first level of a two module series. (Author/RH)

This document is an instructional module package prepared in objective form for use by an instructor knowledgeable in the chemistry of water stabilization and familiar with control of deposition and corrosion in a water supply system. This is the second level of a two module series. Included are objectives, instructor guides, student handouts and transparency masters. The module considers the stability analysis of a water, the chemistry of scale formation, and the chemistry of corrosion and corrosion control. (Author/RH)

This document is an instructional module package prepared in objective form for use by an instructor familiar with the operation and maintenance of a chemical precipitation softening system. Included are objectives, instructor guides, student handouts and transparency masters. This is the third level of a three module series. This module considers the application of process theory and laboratory data for optimal process control, troubleshooting process and design problems and sludge handling and disposal alternatives. (Author/RH)

This document is an instructional module package prepared in objective form for use by an instructor familiar with chemical precipitation softening. Included are objectives, an instructor guide, student handouts and transparency masters. This is the first level of a three module series and is designed for students with little or no operating experience. The module considers the principles, components, operation, maintenance, laboratory control and safety for chemical precipitation softening systems. (Author/RH)

This document is an instructional module package prepared in objective form for use by an instructor familiar with general inorganic chemistry. Included are objectives, instructor guides and student handouts. The module considers matter, compounds, chemical equations, solutions, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases and solubility equilibria. (Author/RH)

This document is an instructional module package prepared in objective form for use by an instructor familiar with inorganic and general organic chemistry as applied to water and wastewater treatment. Included are objectives, instructor guides, and student handouts. The module contains material related to chemical reactions in water solutions, organic and inorganic compounds, coagulation, pesticides, heavy metals and radioactivity. (Author/RH)

This document is an instructional module package prepared in objective form for use by an instructor familiar with pH, measurement of pH with a pH meter and maintenance of pH meter electrodes. Included are objectives, instructor guides, student handouts and transparency masters. This module considers the definition of pH, types of electrodes and their components, electrode maintenance, and procedures for using a pH meter to determine the pH of a water or wastewater sample. (Author/RH)

This military-developed text contains the second section of a four-part course to train environmental support specialists. Covered in the individual course blocks are operative principles of water treatment plants (principles of water treatment plants, the clarification process, water systems filters, chemical disinfection, taste and odor control, color control, fluoridation and defluoridation, water distribution systems, and internal corrosion and scale) and specialized water treatment (ion exchangers and controls, electrodialysis demineralization, specialized water treatment, distillation, and field water purification). This section contains both teacher and student materials. Printed instructor materials include lesson plans with an outline of teaching steps and a plan of instruction detailing the units of instruction, the duration of the lesson, objectives, and supportive materials needed. Among the student materials provided are two study guides containing objectives, assignments, text readings, and review questions; two workbooks containing exercises and lab work; and a manual on servicing ion exchangers. (MN)

Much of the innovation in the use of microcomputers in education has come from classroom teachers who are using computers with students. In October, 1987, forums were held for secondary school science teachers who were using computers in their science classes. Within this document are some of the lesson plans that the participating teachers brought to the sessions. The lessons outlined in the booklet include computer applications for: (1) physical science laboratories; (2) stratigraphy; (3) teaching about significant digits; (4) weather forecasting; (5) chemical reaction synthesis; (6) creating a database about tides; (7) science laboratory tools which measure heat, light, and temperature; and (8) a teacher-made program dealing with laboratory calculations. The descriptions contain the name and address of the contributor, the target audience of the lesson, the hardware and software needed, and a brief statement about the purpose and objectives of the lesson. Some of the lessons also include a listing of the computer courseware and some sample student worksheets. (TW)

This instructor's resource guide, one in a series of products from a project to develop an associate degree program for paraprofessional rural family health promoters, deals with teaching chemistry for the life sciences. Covered in the first section of the volume are the role of chemistry in rural health promotional training, general objectives and recommendations for the instructor, laboratory recommendations, and references and suggested course tests. A series of unit overviews dealing with the following topics are presented: matter and measurement; the composition of matter; chemical bonding; compounds and chemical change; gases and respiration; water; solutions; acids, bases, and salts; nuclear chemistry and radiation; organic chemistry; hydrocarbons; oxygen derivatives of hydrocarbons; fats; carbohydrates; and proteins. Also included are a series of laboratory experiments dealing with dentistry and metric measure, chemical reactions and factors that affect their rate, the Charles Law, hydrates, principles of acid and base neutralization, radioactivity, reactions of alcohol, aspirin and oil of wintergreen, determination of Vitamin C, and powdered milk versus whole milk. A discussion of methods and materials for use in student evaluation and a description of other materials in the Family Home Health Training Program series conclude the guide. (MN)

This sourcebook for chemical activities is designed to be used as a student laboratory book for both junior and senior high school students. The student's role as a knowledgeable consumer and informed citizen is stressed. Each activity includes a list of needed materials, procedures, reactions, questions, and notes for the teacher which include background information, teaching tips, and answers to the questions. General areas of consideration include chemistry of matter, chemistry of atoms and molecules, chemical reactions, chemical energy and rates of reaction, chemistry around the house, chemistry and the environment, biochemistry, chemistry of living things, chemistry of foods, chemical detectives, tools and techniques of the chemist, and kitchen chemistry. Included is a cross reference of activities by chemical topics, laboratory skills and by major topics of "Chemistry in the Community" (ChemCom). Also included is a listing of useful resources with addresses as well as several charts of chemistry information. (ML)

This book contains 112 classroom demonstrations intended to be used with any introductory chemistry program. These demonstrations were selected in an effort to provide simple, safe, effective and enjoyable experiences for the class. In addition, they are intended to be used to introduce many of the major concepts in chemistry. The demonstrations involve color changes, gas evolution, precipitate formation, smoke, fire, and other obvious or dramatic chemical changes. The guide is organized into 11 major sections including: (1) introducing chemistry; (2) physical changes; (3) reactions involving gases; (4) reactions of some elements; (5) transition metals and complex ions; (6) chemical bonding; (7) energy changes; (8) solutions and solubility; (9) kinetics and equilibrium; (10) acids and bases; and (11) oxidation and reduction reactions. Appendices include an equipment and reagent list and detailed safety and disposal instructions. (TW)

This book contains 108 classroom demonstrations intended to be used with any introductory chemistry program. These demonstrations were selected in an effort to provide simple, safe, effective and enjoyable experiences for the class. In addition, they are intended to be used to introduce many of the major concepts in chemistry. The demonstrations involve color changes, gas evolution, precipitate formation, smoke, fire, and other obvious or dramatic chemical changes. The guide is organized into 11 major sections including: (1) properties of atoms; (2) gases; (3) solubility and solutions; (4) acids and bases; (5) energy changes; (6) equilibrium; (7) kinetics; (8) oxidation-reduction; (9) electrochemistry; (10) smoke, fire, and explosions; and (11) other chemical reactions. Appendices include an equipment and reagent list and detailed safety and disposal instructions. (TW)

Describes the use of Calculator-Based Laboratory (CBL) technology and a projectable TI-83 graphing calculator to demonstrate the kinetic behavior of a complex reaction. Explains how the CBL is used to review first-order reactions and the graphing calculator is used to determine the rate constants for a series of consecutive first-order reactions. (WRM)

Presents protocols for setting up a Winogradsky column and biofilm slides, interpreting the chemical transformations that occur in the column as a result of color changes in the soil, identifying common microorganisms, and determining the microbial composition of the column over specified intervals of time. (WRM)

Describes an Introduction to Chemical Engineering course with particular reference to the development, use, and evaluation of four simple experiments centered around the fundamental principles of heat transfer, mass transfer, reaction kinetics, and momentum transfer. (WRM)

Lists 67 published or marketed chemistry games organized under the following categories: (1) general knowledge; (2) elements and atomic structure; (3) nomenclature, formulas, and equation writing; (4) chemical reactions; (5) solutions and solubilities; (6) organic chemistry, and (8) miscellaneous subjects. Includes a brief description of each entry and contact information for suppliers and vendors. (WRM)

Describes the biochemical structure and functions of the enzyme chymosin. Presents activities to familiarize students with fundamental aspects of enzyme-substrate interaction. (WRM)

Discusses the role of chemical-equation problem solving in helping students predict reaction products. Methods for helping students learn this process must be taught to students and future teachers by using pedagogical skills within the content of chemistry. Emphasizes that solving chemical reactions should involve creative cognition where students relate new knowledge to knowledge already acquired. (CCM)

Describes an open-ended activity in which students try to determine the factors that contribute to an unusual chemical reaction. Uses a case study approach to show students how the presence of chlorine in tap water can interfere with a pH indicator. Includes assessment guidelines and extension activities. (WRM)

Presents four activities that involve chemical reactions with vinegar, lemon juice, or orange juice. These activities can be used to teach about acid-base reactions and acids as chemical catalysts. (WRM)

Describes absorption spectroscopy experiments that allow students to explore the mechanisms by which sunscreens and sunglasses provide protection from ultraviolet radiation. Exposes students to absorption phenomena in an engaging way. (DDR)

Presents photosynthesis as a dynamic demonstration requiring student participation. Depicts photosynthesis as sequential and is scripted in two acts. (DDR)

Describes a set of Mathcad instrument simulations and documents that introduce important concepts for instrumental analysis. Enables students to adjust parameters and optimize an instrument in a timely fashion. (DDR)

Details how a spreadsheet with graphics capabilities can be used to illustrate enzyme kinetics and explain how computer simulation of a reaction mechanism is accomplished. (DDR)

Begins with the procedure and results from an investigation on the effect of fluoride on the reaction between eggshell (substitute teeth) and dilute ethanoic acid. Describes an elegantly modified and improvised apparatus. (DDR)

Recommends beginning certain chemistry courses with revision and consolidation of mole calculations. Argues that by choosing examples related to health and safety, mole calculations can be made less academic while raising student awareness of important issues. (DDR)

Outlines an activity centered around the soap-making process in which soap is made via demonstration. Students are asked to develop an acid-base classification table and discuss various acid-base indicators. (DDR)

Argues for the use of procedures known as clearing and double staining to clear soft tissues and differentially stain cartilage and bone in specimens. Describes each step of the process. (DDR)

Details the active-learning approach to teaching cellular respiration in an introductory, one-semester course for nonmajors. Focuses on a laboratory exercise designed to answer the question of what happens to food when eaten. Contains 19 references. (DDR)