UNIT 1
Area of Study 1
Area of Study 1
How can knowledge of elements explain the properties of matter?
How can knowledge of elements explain the properties of matter?
On completion of this unit the student should be able to relate the properties of water to its structure and bonding, and explain the importance of the properties and reactions of water in selected contexts.
Area of Study 2
Area of Study 2
How do substances interact with water?
How do substances interact with water?
On completion of this unit the student should be able to measure amounts of dissolved substances in water and analyse water samples for salts, organic compounds and acids and bases.
Area of Study 3
Area of Study 3
Practical investigation
Practical investigation
On completion of this unit the student should be able to design and undertake a quantitative laboratory investigation related to water quality, and draw conclusions based on evidence from collected data.