11 Chemistry

SACE Stage 1: 20 Credits / 2 Semesters / Sciences

SACE Website:  https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/chemistry/stage-1

Pre-Requisite: An achievement level of 'C' or better in year 10 Science.

SUBJECT OVERVIEW

In their study of Chemistry, students develop and extend their understanding of how the physical world is chemically constructed, the interaction between human activities and the environment, and the use that human beings make of the planet’s resources. They explore examples of how scientific understanding is dynamic and develops with new evidence, which may involve the application of new technologies.

Students integrate and apply a range of understanding, inquiry, and scientific thinking skills that encourage and inspire them to contribute their own solutions to current and future problems and challenges, and pursue future pathways, including in medical or pharmaceutical research, pharmacy, chemical engineering, and innovative product design.


Topics include

  • Topic 1 - materials and their atoms
  • Topic 2 - combination of atoms
  • Topic 3 - molecules
  • Topic 4 - mixtures and solutions
  • Topic 5 - acids & bares
  • Topic 6 - redox reactions
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ASSESSMENT

The following assessment types enable students to demonstrate their language in Stage 1 Chemistry:

  • Assessment type 1: investigations folio
  • Assessment type 2: skills and applications tasks

Students complete:

  • At least two practical investigations
  • Two investigations with a focus on science as a human endeavour
  • At least two skills and applications task.

These assessments enable students to demonstrate their learning in this subject under the assessment design criteria of:

  • Investigation, analysis, and evaluation
  • Knowledge and application

Additional Information

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Last updated: July 2024

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