Chemistry

Course summary

Chemistry involves the study of atoms & molecules and how & why they interact. During the course you will make useful products such as aspirin, soap and nylon. You will dissolve 1 pence coins to determine their copper content, analyse the iron content of spinach and extract limonene, an essential oil, from oranges. You will learn how to carry out practical work safely & effectively, collect and analyse results. You will solve problems logically & mathematically and use the language of Chemistry (formulae, equations & diagrams as well as words such as ‘enthalpy’) precisely to explain observations. It is a challenging but rewarding course.