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2 1
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Definition of Acids
Strength of Acids
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define an acid in terms of hydrogen ions
-Investigate reactions of magnesium and zinc carbonate with different acids
-Write equations for reactions taking place
-Explain why magnesium strip should be cleaned
Class experiment: React cleaned magnesium strips with 2M HCl, 2M ethanoic acid, 2M H₂SO₄, 2M ethanedioic acid. Record observations in table. Repeat using zinc carbonate. Write chemical equations. Discuss hydrogen ion displacement and gas evolution.
Magnesium strips, zinc carbonate, 2M HCl, 2M ethanoic acid, 2M H₂SO₄, 2M ethanedioic acid, test tubes, test tube rack
2M HCl, 2M ethanoic acid, universal indicator, pH chart, electrical conductivity apparatus, milliammeter, carbon electrodes, beakers, wires
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 1-3
2 2
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Definition of Bases
Strength of Bases
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define a base in terms of hydroxide ions
-Investigate effect of calcium hydroxide in water
-Test solutions with litmus paper
-Explain dissociation of bases in water
Teacher demonstration: Place dry calcium hydroxide on dry red litmus paper. Dissolve calcium hydroxide in water, test with litmus paper and phenolphthalein. Discuss observations and write dissociation equation. Define bases in terms of OH⁻ ions.
Calcium hydroxide, red litmus paper, phenolphthalein indicator, distilled water, test tubes, spatula, evaporating dish
2M NaOH, 2M ammonia solution, universal indicator, pH chart, electrical conductivity apparatus, milliammeter, carbon electrodes
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 5-6
2 3
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Acid-Base Reactions
Effect of Solvent on Acids
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Write equations for acid-base reactions
-Explain neutralization process
-Identify products of acid-base reactions
-Demonstrate formation of salt and water
Q/A: Review acid and base definitions. Demonstrate neutralization reactions: HCl + NaOH, H₂SO₄ + Ca(OH)₂, HNO₃ + KOH. Write molecular and ionic equations. Explain H⁺ + OH⁻ → H₂O. Discuss salt formation. Use indicators to show neutralization point.
Various acids and bases from previous lessons, indicators, beakers, measuring cylinders, stirring rods
HCl gas, distilled water, methylbenzene, magnesium ribbon, calcium carbonate, litmus paper, test tubes, gas absorption apparatus
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 6-7
2 4
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Effect of Solvent on Bases
Amphoteric Oxides and Hydroxides
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Investigate effect of polar and non-polar solvents on ammonia gas
-Compare ammonia behavior in water vs methylbenzene
-Explain formation of ammonium hydroxide
-Write equations for ammonia dissolution in water
Class experiment: Test dry ammonia with dry litmus. Dissolve ammonia in water and test with litmus. Dissolve ammonia in methylbenzene and test with litmus. Record observations in table. Write equation for NH₃ + H₂O reaction. Explain why only aqueous ammonia shows basic properties.
Dry ammonia gas, distilled water, methylbenzene, red litmus paper, test tubes, gas collection apparatus
Al₂O₃, ZnO, PbO, Zn(OH)₂, Al(OH)₃, Pb(OH)₂, 2M HNO₃, 2M NaOH, boiling tubes, heating source
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 9-10
2 5
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Definition of Salts and Precipitation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define a salt as an ionic compound
-Define a precipitate
-Investigate precipitation reactions
-Write ionic equations showing formation of precipitates
Q/A: Review salt definition from Book 2. Demonstrate precipitation: Add sodium carbonate to solutions containing Mg²⁺, Ca²⁺, Zn²⁺, Al³⁺, Cu²⁺, Fe²⁺, Ba²⁺, Pb²⁺ ions. Record observations. Write ionic equations for precipitate formation. Explain why Fe³⁺ and Al³⁺ give different results.
Na₂CO₃ solution, salt solutions containing various metal ions, test tubes, droppers
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 11-14
3 1
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Solubility of Chlorides, Sulphates and Sulphites
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Find out cations that form insoluble chlorides, sulphates and sulphites
-Write ionic equations for formation of insoluble salts
-Distinguish between sulphate and sulphite precipitates
-Investigate effect of warming on precipitates
Class experiment: Add NaCl, Na₂SO₄, Na₂SO₃ to solutions of Pb²⁺, Ba²⁺, Mg²⁺, Ca²⁺, Zn²⁺, Cu²⁺, Fe²⁺, Fe³⁺, Al³⁺. Warm mixtures. Record observations in table. Test sulphite precipitates with dilute HCl. List soluble and insoluble salts.
2M NaCl, 2M Na₂SO₄, 2M Na₂SO₃, 0.1M salt solutions, dilute HCl, test tubes, heating source
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 14-16
3 2
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Complex Ions Formation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain formation of complex ions
-Investigate reactions with excess sodium hydroxide and ammonia
-Identify metal ions that form complex ions
-Write equations for complex ion formation
Class experiment: Add NaOH dropwise then in excess to Mg²⁺, Ca²⁺, Zn²⁺, Al³⁺, Cu²⁺, Fe²⁺, Fe³⁺, Pb²⁺ solutions. Repeat with NH₃ solution. Record observations showing precipitate formation and dissolution. Write equations for complex ion formation: [Zn(OH)₄]²⁻, [Al(OH)₄]⁻, [Pb(OH)₄]²⁻, [Zn(NH₃)₄]²⁺, [Cu(NH₃)₄]²⁺.
2M NaOH, 2M NH₃ solution, 0.5M salt solutions, test tubes, droppers
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 15-16
3 3
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Solubility and Saturated Solutions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the term solubility
-Determine solubility of a given salt at room temperature
-Calculate mass of solute and solvent
-Express solubility in different units
Class experiment: Weigh evaporating dish and watch glass. Measure 20cm³ saturated KNO₃ solution. Record temperature. Evaporate to dryness carefully. Calculate masses of solute, solvent, and solution. Determine solubility per 100g water and in moles per litre. Discuss definition and significance.
Saturated KNO₃ solution, evaporating dish, watch glass, measuring cylinder, thermometer, balance, heating source
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 16-18
3 4
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Effect of Temperature on Solubility
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Investigate the effect of temperature on solubility of potassium chlorate
-Record temperature at which crystals appear
-Calculate solubility at different temperatures
-Plot solubility curve
Class experiment: Dissolve 4g KClO₃ in 15cm³ water by warming. Cool while stirring and note crystallization temperature. Add 5cm³ water portions and repeat until total volume is 40cm³. Calculate solubility in g/100g water for each temperature. Plot solubility vs temperature graph.
KClO₃, measuring cylinders, thermometer, burette, boiling tubes, heating source, graph paper
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 18-20
3 5
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Solubility Curves and Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Plot solubility curves for various salts
-Use solubility curves to determine mass of crystals formed
-Apply solubility curves to practical problems
-Compare solubility patterns of different salts
Using data from textbook, plot solubility curves for KNO₃, KClO₃, NaCl, CaSO₄. Calculate mass of crystals deposited when saturated solutions are cooled. Work through examples: KClO₃ cooled from 70°C to 30°C. Discuss applications in salt extraction and purification.
Graph paper, ruler, pencil, calculator, data tables from textbook
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 20-21
4 1
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Fractional Crystallization
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define fractional crystallization
-Apply knowledge of solubility curves in separation of salts
-Calculate masses of salts that crystallize
-Explain separation of salt mixtures
Work through separation problems using solubility data for KNO₃ and KClO₃ mixtures. Calculate which salt crystallizes first when cooled from 50°C to 20°C. Plot combined solubility curves. Discuss applications in Lake Magadi and Ngomeni salt works. Solve practice problems.
Calculator, graph paper, data tables, worked examples from textbook
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 21-22
4 2
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Hardness of Water - Investigation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Determine the effects of various salt solutions on soap
-Identify cations that cause hardness
-Distinguish between hard and soft water
-Investigate effect of boiling on water hardness
Class experiment: Test soap lathering with distilled water, tap water, rainwater, and solutions of MgCl₂, NaCl, Ca(NO₃)₂, CaHCO₃, NaHCO₃, ZnSO₄. Record volumes of soap needed. Boil some solutions and retest. Compare results and identify hardness-causing ions.
Soap solution, burette, various salt solutions, conical flasks, distilled water, tap water, rainwater, heating source
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 22-24
4 3
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Types and Causes of Water Hardness
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define temporary and permanent hardness
-Explain causes of temporary hardness
-Explain causes of permanent hardness
-Write equations for decomposition of hydrogen carbonates
Q/A: Review previous experiment results. Explain temporary hardness caused by Ca(HCO₃)₂ and Mg(HCO₃)₂. Write decomposition equations when boiled. Explain permanent hardness caused by CaSO₄, MgSO₄, Ca(NO₃)₂, Mg(NO₃)₂. Discuss why permanent hardness cannot be removed by boiling.
Student books, examples from previous experiment, chalkboard for equations
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 24-25
4 4
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Effects of Hard Water
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State disadvantages of hard water
-State advantages of hard water
-Explain formation of scum and fur
-Discuss economic and health implications
Discussion based on practical experience: Soap wastage, scum formation on clothes, fur in kettles and pipes, pipe bursting in boilers. Advantages: calcium for bones, protection of lead pipes, use in brewing. Show examples of fur deposits. Calculate economic costs of hard water in households.
Samples of fur deposits, pictures of scaled pipes, calculator for cost analysis
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 24-25
4 5
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Methods of Removing Hardness I
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain removal of hardness by boiling
-Explain removal by distillation
-Write equations for these processes
-Compare effectiveness of different methods
Demonstrate boiling method: Boil hard water samples from previous experiments and test with soap. Write equations for Ca(HCO₃)₂ and Mg(HCO₃)₂ decomposition. Discuss distillation method using apparatus setup. Compare costs and effectiveness. Explain why boiling only removes temporary hardness.
Hard water samples, heating source, soap solution, distillation apparatus diagram
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 25-26
5 1
ACIDS, BASES AND SALTS
Methods of Removing Hardness II
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain removal using sodium carbonate
-Describe ion exchange method
-Explain removal using calcium hydroxide and ammonia
-Write equations for all processes
Demonstrate addition of Na₂CO₃ to hard water - observe precipitation. Explain ion exchange using resin (NaX) showing Ca²⁺ + 2NaX → CaX₂ + 2Na⁺. Discuss regeneration with brine. Write equations for Ca(OH)₂ and NH₃ methods. Compare all methods for effectiveness and cost.
Na₂CO₃ solution, hard water samples, ion exchange resin diagram, Ca(OH)₂, NH₃ solution
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 25-26
5 2
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Endothermic and Exothermic Reactions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define endothermic and exothermic reactions using ΔH notation
-Investigate temperature changes when ammonium nitrate and sodium hydroxide dissolve in water
-Explain observations made during dissolution
-Draw energy level diagrams for endothermic and exothermic reactions
Class experiment: Wrap 250ml plastic beakers with tissue paper. Dissolve 2 spatulafuls of NH₄NO₃ in 100ml distilled water, record temperature changes. Repeat with NaOH pellets. Compare initial and final temperatures. Draw energy level diagrams showing relative energies of reactants and products.
250ml plastic beakers, tissue paper, rubber bands, NH₄NO₃, NaOH pellets, distilled water, thermometers, spatulas, measuring cylinders
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 29-31
5 3
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Enthalpy Notation and Energy Content
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define enthalpy and enthalpy change
-Use the symbol ΔH to represent enthalpy changes
-Calculate enthalpy changes using the formula ΔH = H(products) - H(reactants)
-Distinguish between positive and negative enthalpy changes
Q/A: Review previous experiment results. Introduce enthalpy symbol H and enthalpy change ΔH. Calculate enthalpy changes from previous experiments. Explain why endothermic reactions have positive ΔH and exothermic reactions have negative ΔH. Practice calculations with worked examples.
Student books, calculators, worked examples from textbook, chalkboard for calculations
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 31-32
5 4
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Bond Breaking and Bond Formation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain that energy changes are due to bond breaking and bond formation
-Describe bond breaking as endothermic and bond formation as exothermic
-Investigate energy changes during melting and boiling
-Plot heating curves for pure substances
Class experiment: Heat crushed ice while stirring with thermometer. Record temperature every minute until ice melts completely, then continue until water boils. Plot temperature-time graph. Explain constant temperature during melting and boiling in terms of bond breaking. Discuss latent heat of fusion and vaporization.
Crushed pure ice, 250ml glass beakers, thermometers, heating source, stopwatch, graph paper, stirring rods
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 32-35
5 5
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Latent Heat of Fusion and Vaporization
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define latent heat of fusion and molar heat of fusion
-Define latent heat of vaporization and molar heat of vaporization
-Explain why temperature remains constant during phase changes
-Relate intermolecular forces to melting and boiling points
Discussion based on previous heating curve experiment. Explain energy used to overcome intermolecular forces during melting and boiling. Compare molar heats of fusion and vaporization for water and ethanol. Relate strength of intermolecular forces to magnitude of latent heats. Calculate energy required for phase changes.
Data tables showing molar heats of fusion/vaporization, calculators, heating curves from previous lesson
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 32-35
6 1
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Bond Energy Calculations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Calculate energy changes in reactions using bond energies
-Apply the formula: Heat of reaction = Bond breaking energy + Bond formation energy
-Determine whether reactions are exothermic or endothermic
-Use bond energy data to solve problems
Work through formation of HCl from H₂ and Cl₂ using bond energies. Calculate energy required to break H-H and Cl-Cl bonds. Calculate energy released when H-Cl bonds form. Apply formula: ΔH = Energy absorbed - Energy released. Practice with additional examples. Discuss why calculated values may differ from experimental values.
Bond energy data tables, calculators, worked examples, practice problems
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 35-36
6 2
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Determination of Enthalpy of Solution I
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Determine the enthalpy changes of solution of ammonium nitrate and sodium hydroxide
-Calculate enthalpy change using ΔH = mcΔT
-Calculate number of moles of solute dissolved
-Determine molar heat of solution
Class experiment: Dissolve exactly 2.0g NH₄NO₃ in 100ml distilled water in plastic beaker. Record temperature change. Repeat with 2.0g NaOH. Calculate enthalpy changes using ΔH = mcΔT where m = 100g, c = 4.2 kJ kg⁻¹K⁻¹. Calculate moles dissolved and molar heat of solution.
250ml plastic beakers, 2.0g samples of NH₄NO₃ and NaOH, distilled water, thermometers, measuring cylinders, analytical balance, calculators
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 36-38
6 3
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Thermochemical Equations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Write thermochemical equations including enthalpy changes
-Define molar heat of solution
-Draw energy level diagrams for dissolution reactions
-Interpret thermochemical equations correctly
Using data from previous experiment, write thermochemical equations for NH₄NO₃ and NaOH dissolution. Show proper notation with state symbols and ΔH values. Draw corresponding energy level diagrams. Practice writing thermochemical equations for various reactions. Explain significance of molar quantities in equations.
Results from previous experiment, graph paper for energy level diagrams, practice examples
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 38-39
6 4
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Enthalpy of Solution of Concentrated Sulphuric Acid
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Determine heat of solution of concentrated sulphuric(VI) acid
-Apply safety precautions when handling concentrated acids
-Calculate enthalpy change considering density and purity
-Write thermochemical equation for the reaction
Teacher demonstration: Carefully add 2cm³ concentrated H₂SO₄ to 98cm³ distilled water in wrapped beaker (NEVER vice versa). Record temperature change. Calculate mass of acid using density (1.84 g/cm³) and purity (98%). Calculate molar heat of solution. Emphasize safety - always add acid to water.
Concentrated H₂SO₄, distilled water, 250ml plastic beaker, tissue paper, measuring cylinders, thermometer, safety equipment
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 39-41
6 5
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Enthalpy of Combustion
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define molar heat of combustion
-Determine enthalpy of combustion of ethanol experimentally
-Explain why experimental values differ from theoretical values
-Calculate molar enthalpy of combustion from experimental data
Class experiment: Burn ethanol in small bottle with wick to heat 100cm³ water in glass beaker. Record initial and final masses of bottle+ethanol and temperature change. Calculate moles of ethanol burned and heat evolved. Determine molar enthalpy of combustion. Compare with theoretical value (-1368 kJ/mol). Discuss sources of error.
Ethanol, small bottles with wicks, 250ml glass beakers, tripod stands, wire gauze, thermometers, analytical balance, measuring cylinders
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 41-44
7

Mid-term Break

8 1
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Enthalpy of Displacement
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define molar heat of displacement
-Investigate displacement of copper(II) ions by zinc
-Calculate molar heat of displacement
-Explain relationship between position in reactivity series and heat of displacement
Class experiment: Add 4.0g zinc powder to 100cm³ of 0.5M CuSO₄ solution in wrapped plastic beaker. Record temperature change and observations. Calculate moles of Zn used and Cu²⁺ displaced. Determine molar heat of displacement. Write ionic equation. Discuss why excess zinc is used. Compare with theoretical value.
Zinc powder, 0.5M CuSO₄ solution, 250ml plastic beakers, tissue paper, thermometers, analytical balance, stirring rods
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 44-47
8 2
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Enthalpy of Neutralization
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define molar heat of neutralization
-Determine heat of neutralization of HCl with NaOH
-Compare neutralization enthalpies of strong and weak acids/bases
-Write ionic equations for neutralization reactions
Class experiment: Mix 50cm³ of 2M HCl with 50cm³ of 2M NaOH in wrapped beaker. Record temperature changes. Calculate molar heat of neutralization. Repeat with weak acid (ethanoic) and weak base (ammonia). Compare values. Write ionic equations. Explain why strong acid + strong base gives ~57.2 kJ/mol.
2M HCl, 2M NaOH, 2M ethanoic acid, 2M ammonia solution, measuring cylinders, thermometers, 250ml plastic beakers, tissue paper
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 47-49
8 3
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Standard Conditions and Standard Enthalpy Changes
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify standard conditions for measuring enthalpy changes
-Define standard enthalpy changes using ΔH° notation
-Explain importance of standard conditions
-Use subscripts to denote different types of enthalpy changes
Q/A: Review previous enthalpy measurements. Introduce standard conditions: 25°C (298K) and 1 atmosphere pressure (101.325 kPa). Explain ΔH° notation and subscripts (ΔH°c for combustion, ΔH°f for formation, etc.). Discuss why standard conditions are necessary for comparison. Practice using correct notation.
Student books, examples of standard enthalpy data, notation practice exercises
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 49
8 4
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Hess's Law - Introduction and Theory
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State Hess's Law
-Explain the principle of energy conservation in chemical reactions
-Understand that enthalpy change is independent of reaction route
-Apply Hess's Law to simple examples
Introduce Hess's Law: "The energy change in converting reactants to products is the same regardless of the route by which the chemical change occurs." Use methane formation example to show two routes giving same overall energy change. Draw energy cycle diagrams. Explain law of conservation of energy application.
Energy cycle diagrams for methane formation, chalkboard illustrations, worked examples from textbook
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 49-52
8 5
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Energy Cycle Diagrams
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Draw energy cycle diagrams
-Link enthalpy of formation with enthalpy of combustion
-Calculate unknown enthalpy changes using energy cycles
-Apply Hess's Law to determine enthalpy of formation
Work through energy cycle for formation of CO from carbon and oxygen using combustion data. Draw cycle showing Route 1 (direct combustion) and Route 2 (formation then combustion). Calculate ΔH°f(CO) = ΔH°c(C) - ΔH°c(CO). Practice with additional examples including ethanol formation.
Graph paper, energy cycle templates, combustion data tables, calculators
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 52-54
9 1
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Hess's Law Calculations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Solve complex problems using Hess's Law
-Apply energy cycles to multi-step reactions
-Calculate enthalpy of formation from combustion data
-Use thermochemical equations in Hess's Law problems
Work through detailed calculation for ethanol formation: 2C(s) + 3H₂(g) + ½O₂(g) → C₂H₅OH(l). Use combustion enthalpies of carbon (-393 kJ/mol), hydrogen (-286 kJ/mol), and ethanol (-1368 kJ/mol). Calculate ΔH°f(ethanol) = -278 kJ/mol. Practice with propane and other compounds.
Worked examples, combustion data, calculators, step-by-step calculation sheets
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 54-56
9 2
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Lattice Energy and Hydration Energy
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define lattice energy and hydration energy
-Explain relationship between heat of solution, lattice energy and hydration energy
-Draw energy cycles for dissolution of ionic compounds
-Calculate heat of solution using Born-Haber type cycles
Explain dissolution of NaCl: first lattice breaks (endothermic), then ions hydrate (exothermic). Define lattice energy as energy to form ionic solid from gaseous ions. Define hydration energy as energy when gaseous ions become hydrated. Draw energy cycle: ΔH(solution) = ΔH(lattice) + ΔH(hydration). Calculate for NaCl.
Energy cycle diagrams, lattice energy and hydration energy data tables, calculators
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 54-56
9 3
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Factors Affecting Lattice and Hydration Energies
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain factors affecting lattice energy
-Explain factors affecting hydration energy
-Use data tables to identify trends
-Calculate enthalpies of solution for various ionic compounds
Analyze data tables showing lattice energies (Table 2.7) and hydration energies (Table 2.6). Identify trends: smaller ions and higher charges give larger lattice energies and hydration energies. Calculate heat of solution for MgCl₂ using: ΔH(solution) = +2489 + (-1891 + 2×(-384)) = -170 kJ/mol. Practice with other compounds.
Data tables from textbook, calculators, trend analysis exercises
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 54-56
9 4
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Definition and Types of Fuels
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define a fuel
-Classify fuels as solid, liquid, or gaseous
-State examples of each type of fuel
-Explain energy conversion in fuel combustion
Q/A: List fuels used at home and school. Define fuel as "substance that produces useful energy when it undergoes chemical or nuclear reaction." Classify examples: solids (coal, charcoal, wood), liquids (petrol, kerosene, diesel), gases (natural gas, biogas, LPG). Discuss energy conversions during combustion.
Examples of different fuels, classification charts, pictures of fuel types
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 56
9 5
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Heating Values of Fuels
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define heating value of a fuel
-Calculate heating values from molar enthalpies of combustion
-Compare heating values of different fuels
-Explain units of heating value (kJ/g)
Calculate heating value of ethanol: ΔH°c = -1360 kJ/mol, Molar mass = 46 g/mol, Heating value = 1360/46 = 30 kJ/g. Compare heating values from Table 2.8: methane (55 kJ/g), fuel oil (45 kJ/g), charcoal (33 kJ/g), wood (17 kJ/g). Discuss significance of these values for fuel selection.
Heating value data table, calculators, fuel comparison charts
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 56-57
10 1
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Factors in Fuel Selection
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State factors that influence choice of fuel
-Explain why different fuels are chosen for different purposes
-Compare advantages and disadvantages of various fuels
-Apply selection criteria to real situations
Discuss seven factors: heating value, ease of combustion, availability, transportation, storage, environmental effects, cost. Compare wood/charcoal for domestic use vs methylhydrazine for rockets. Analyze why each is suitable for its purpose. Students suggest best fuels for cooking, heating, transport in their area.
Fuel comparison tables, local fuel availability data, cost analysis sheets
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 57
10 2
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Environmental Effects of Fuels
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify environmental effects of burning fuels
-Explain formation and effects of acid rain
-Describe contribution to global warming
-State measures to reduce pollution from fuels
Discuss pollutants from fossil fuels: SO₂, SO₃, CO, NO₂ causing acid rain. Effects: damage to buildings, corrosion, acidification of lakes, soil leaching. CO₂ and hydrocarbons cause global warming leading to ice melting, climate change. Pollution reduction measures: catalytic converters, unleaded petrol, zero emission vehicles, alternative fuels.
Pictures of environmental damage, pollution data, examples of clean technology
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 57-58
10 3
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Fuel Safety and Precautions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State precautions necessary when using fuels
-Explain safety measures for different fuel types
-Identify hazards associated with improper fuel handling
-Apply safety principles to local situations
Discuss safety precautions: ventilation for charcoal stoves (CO poisoning), not running engines in closed garages, proper gas cylinder storage, fuel storage away from populated areas, keeping away from fuel spills. Relate to local situations and accidents. Students identify potential hazards in their environment.
Safety guideline charts, examples of fuel accidents, local safety case studies
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 57-58
10 4
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Endothermic and Exothermic Reactions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define endothermic and exothermic reactions using the ΔH notation
-Investigate what happens when ammonium nitrate and sodium hydroxide are separately dissolved in water
-Define enthalpy and enthalpy change
-Calculate enthalpy changes using ΔH = H(products) - H(reactants)
Class experiment: Dissolve NH₄NO₃ and NaOH separately in water, record temperature changes in Table 2.1. Explain heat absorption vs evolution. Introduce enthalpy (H) and enthalpy change (ΔH). Calculate enthalpy changes from experimental data. Draw energy level diagrams showing relative energies.
250ml plastic beakers, tissue paper, NH₄NO₃, NaOH pellets, distilled water, thermometers, calculators
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 29-32
10 5
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
Bond Breaking, Formation and Phase Changes
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain that energy changes are due to bond breaking and bond formation
-Investigate energy changes when solids and liquids are heated
-Define latent heat of fusion and vaporization
-Calculate energy changes using bond energies
Class experiment: Heat ice to melting then boiling, record temperature every minute. Plot heating curve. Explain constant temperature periods. Define latent heat of fusion/vaporization. Calculate energy changes in H₂ + Cl₂ → 2HCl using bond energies. Apply formula: ΔH = Energy absorbed - Energy released.
Ice, glass beakers, thermometers, heating source, graph paper, bond energy data tables
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 32-36
11 1
ENERGY CHANGES IN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSES
RADIOACTIVITY
Determination of Enthalpy of Solution
Introduction, Nuclear Stability and Types of Radioactivity
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Carry out experiments to determine enthalpy changes of solution
-Calculate enthalpy change using ΔH = mcΔT
-Write correct thermochemical equations
-Define molar heat of solution
Class experiment: Dissolve exactly 2.0g NH₄NO₃ and 2.0g NaOH separately in 100ml water. Record temperature changes. Calculate enthalpy changes using ΔH = mcΔT. Calculate moles and molar heat of solution. Write thermochemical equations: NH₄NO₃(s) + aq → NH₄NO₃(aq) ΔH = +25.2 kJ mol⁻¹.
2.0g samples of NH₄NO₃ and NaOH, plastic beakers, thermometers, analytical balance, calculators
Periodic table, atomic structure charts, Table 7.1, nuclear stability diagrams
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 36-39
11 2
RADIOACTIVITY
Types of Radiation and Their Properties
Radioactive Decay and Half-Life Concept
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify alpha, beta, and gamma radiations
- Compare penetrating abilities and ionizing power
- Explain electric field deflection
- Analyze safety implications
Study alpha (α), beta (β), gamma (γ) characteristics
- Figure 7.2 - penetrating power demonstration
- Figure 7.3 - electric field effects
- Discussion on radiation protection and detection
Radiation type charts, penetration diagrams, electric field illustrations, safety equipment charts
Graph paper, Table 7.2 data, calculators, decay curve examples, half-life data table
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 201-204
11 3
RADIOACTIVITY
Half-Life Calculations and Problem Solving
Nuclear Reactions and Equations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Solve complex half-life problems
- Determine original amounts from remaining masses
- Apply step-by-step and formula methods
- Compare isotope decay rates
Worked examples on half-life calculations using both methods
- Practice determining original amounts
- Study various isotope half-lives
- Comprehensive problem-solving sessions
Calculators, comprehensive problem sets, worked examples, isotope half-life comparison tables
Nuclear equation examples, periodic table, conservation law charts, practice worksheets
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 204-206
11 4
RADIOACTIVITY
Radioactive Decay Series and Sequential Reactions
Nuclear Fission and Chain Reactions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain sequential radioactive decay
- Trace decay series pathways
- Identify stable end products
- Complete partial decay series
Study thorium-232 decay series example
- Trace sequential alpha and beta emissions
- Identify stable lead-208 endpoint
- Practice completing decay series with missing nuclides
Decay series charts, thorium series diagram, nuclide stability charts, practice decay series
Fission reaction diagrams, chain reaction illustrations, nuclear reactor diagrams, energy calculation examples
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 206-207
11 5
RADIOACTIVITY
Nuclear Fusion and Energy Comparisons
Medical and Diagnostic Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define nuclear fusion process
- Compare fusion with fission processes
- Write fusion equations
- Explain stellar energy production and fusion applications
Study hydrogen fusion examples
- Compare fusion vs fission characteristics and energy yields
- Stellar fusion processes
- Hydrogen bomb vs nuclear reactor principles
Fusion reaction diagrams, comparison tables, stellar fusion charts, energy comparison data
Medical radioisotope charts, treatment procedure diagrams, diagnostic equipment images, case studies
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 207-208
12 1
RADIOACTIVITY
Industrial, Agricultural and Dating Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain industrial leak detection
- Describe agricultural monitoring techniques
- Discuss carbon-14 dating principles
- Analyze food preservation methods
Study leak detection using short half-life isotopes
- Carbon-14 dating of archaeological materials
- Phosphorus tracking in agriculture
- Gamma radiation food preservation
Carbon dating examples, agricultural application charts, industrial use diagrams, food preservation data
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 208-209
12 2
RADIOACTIVITY
Radiation Hazards and Environmental Impact
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify radiation health hazards
- Explain genetic mutation effects
- Discuss major nuclear accidents
- Analyze long-term environmental contamination
Study Chernobyl and Three Mile Island accidents
- Genetic mutation and cancer effects
- Long-term radiation exposure consequences
- Nuclear waste disposal challenges
Accident case studies, environmental impact data, radiation exposure charts, contamination maps
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 209-210
12 3
RADIOACTIVITY
Safety Measures and International Control
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain radiation protection principles
- Describe proper storage and disposal methods
- Discuss IAEA role and standards
- Analyze monitoring and control systems
Study IAEA guidelines and international cooperation
- Radiation protection protocols and ALARA principle
- Safe storage, transport and disposal methods
- Environmental monitoring systems
IAEA guidelines, safety protocol charts, monitoring equipment diagrams, international cooperation data
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 209-210
12 4
RADIOACTIVITY
Half-Life Problem Solving and Graph Analysis
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Solve comprehensive half-life problems
- Analyze experimental decay data
- Plot and interpret decay curves
- Determine half-lives graphically
Plot decay curves from experimental data
- Determine half-lives from graphs
- Analyze count rate vs time data
- Complex half-life calculation problems
Graph paper, experimental data sets, calculators, statistical analysis examples, comprehensive problem sets
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 199-210
12 5
RADIOACTIVITY
Nuclear Equations and Conservation Laws
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Balance complex nuclear equations
- Complete nuclear reaction series
- Identify unknown nuclides using conservation laws
- Apply mass-energy relationships
Practice balancing nuclear reactions with multiple steps
- Complete partial decay series
- Identify missing nuclides using conservation principles
- Mass-energy calculation problems
Nuclear equation worksheets, periodic table, decay series diagrams, conservation law examples
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 199-210

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