SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Extraction of Sulphur

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define sulphur and state its position in the periodic table. Describe the occurrence of sulphur in nature. Explain the Frasch process for extraction of sulphur. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Frasch process.

Q/A: Review group VI elements and electron configuration of sulphur. Teacher demonstration: Using diagrams to explain the Frasch process setup. Discussion: Why ordinary mining is impossible for sulphur deposits. Group work: Students draw and label the Frasch process diagram.

Charts showing periodic table, Diagram of Frasch process, Samples of sulphur compounds (pyrites, gypsum)

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 160-161

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Allotropes of Sulphur
Physical Properties of Sulphur - Solubility
Physical Properties of Sulphur - Effect of Heat
Chemical Properties of Sulphur - Reactions with Elements

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define allotropy and allotropes. Prepare rhombic sulphur in the laboratory. Prepare monoclinic sulphur in the laboratory. Compare the properties of rhombic and monoclinic sulphur.
Investigate the effect of heat on sulphur. Describe changes in color and viscosity of molten sulphur. Explain the molecular changes occurring during heating. Identify "flowers of sulphur".

Practical work: Experiment 1(a) - Preparation of rhombic sulphur using carbon(IV) sulphide. Practical work: Experiment 1(b) - Preparation of monoclinic sulphur by heating and cooling. Observation: Using hand lens to examine crystal shapes. Discussion: Compare crystal structures and transition temperature.
Practical work: Experiment 2(b) - Heating sulphur and observing changes. Observation: Color changes from yellow to amber to reddish-brown to black. Testing viscosity by inverting test tube. Demonstration: Sublimation of sulphur vapour. Discussion: Breaking of S8 rings to form long chains.

Powdered sulphur, Carbon(IV) sulphide, Evaporating dish, Glass rod, Hand lens, Boiling tubes, Filter paper, Beakers
Powdered sulphur, Water, Benzene, Methylbenzene, Carbon(IV) sulphide, Test tubes, Charts showing molecular structure
Powdered sulphur, Test tubes, Bunsen burner, Cold surface for condensation, Thermometer, Safety equipment
Sulphur, Iron powder, Copper powder, Oxygen gas jar, Deflagrating spoon, Moist litmus papers, Test tubes, Bunsen burner

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 161-163
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 164-165

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Chemical Properties of Sulphur - Reactions with Acids
Uses of Sulphur and Introduction to Oxides
Preparation of Sulphur(IV) Oxide

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate the reaction of sulphur with concentrated acids. Identify the products formed in these reactions. Write balanced equations for oxidation reactions. Test for sulphate ions using barium chloride.

Practical work: Experiment 3(b) - Reactions with concentrated nitric(V) acid, sulphuric(VI) acid, and hydrochloric acid. Testing with barium chloride solution. Observation: Formation of sulphate ions, brown fumes, no reaction with HCl. Discussion: Sulphur as a reducing agent, acids as oxidizing agents.

Sulphur powder, Concentrated HNO3, Concentrated H2SO4, Concentrated HCl, Barium chloride solution, Test tubes, Fume cupboard access
Charts showing uses of sulphur, Samples of vulcanized rubber, Fungicides, Industrial photographs, Textbook diagrams
Sodium sulphite, Dilute HCl, Round-bottomed flask, Delivery tubes, Gas jars, Concentrated H2SO4 for drying, Acidified potassium chromate(VI) paper

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 167-168

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Physical and Chemical Properties of Sulphur(IV) Oxide

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate the physical properties of SO2 gas. Test the solubility and acidity of SO Write equations for formation of sulphurous acid. Identify the acidic nature of SO

Practical work: Experiment 5 - Testing color, smell, solubility in water. Testing with dry and moist litmus papers. Universal indicator tests with water and NaOH. Formation of normal and acid salts. Recording observations in Table Safety: Proper ventilation due to toxic nature.

SO2 gas from previous preparation, Litmus papers, Universal indicator, 0.1M NaOH solution, Water, Test tubes, Safety equipment

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 171-173

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Bleaching Action of Sulphur(IV) Oxide

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate the bleaching properties of SO Compare SO2 bleaching with chlorine bleaching. Explain the mechanism of SO2 bleaching. Relate bleaching to paper manufacturing.

Practical work: Experiment 6 - Placing colored flower petals in SO2 gas. Observation: Temporary bleaching effect. Discussion: SO2 + H2O → H2SO3, reduction of organic dyes. Comparison: Permanent vs temporary bleaching. Application: Paper industry bleaching processes.

Colored flower petals (red/blue), SO2 gas jars, Hand lens for observation, Charts comparing bleaching agents

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 173

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Reducing Action of Sulphur(IV) Oxide
Oxidising Action of Sulphur(IV) Oxide
Test for Sulphate and Sulphite Ions & Uses of SO2

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate SO2 as a reducing agent. Test reactions with various oxidizing agents. Write ionic equations for redox reactions. Identify color changes in redox reactions.
Carry out confirmatory tests for sulphate and sulphite ions. Distinguish between sulphate and sulphite using chemical tests. List the uses of sulphur(IV) oxide. Explain the applications in industry.

Practical work: Experiment 7 - Testing SO2 with acidified potassium dichromate(VI), potassium manganate(VII), bromine water, iron(III) chloride. Recording observations in Table 6. Color changes: Orange to green, purple to colorless, brown to colorless, yellow to pale green. Writing half-equations and overall equations.
Practical work: Experiment 9 - Testing sodium sulphate and sodium sulphite with barium chloride. Adding dilute HCl to precipitates. Recording observations in Table 8. Discussion: BaSO4 insoluble in acid, BaSO3 dissolves. Uses: Raw material for H2SO4, bleaching wood pulp, fumigant, preservative.

SO2 gas, Acidified K2Cr2O7, Acidified KMnO4, Bromine water, Iron(III) chloride solution, Concentrated HNO3, Test tubes
SO2 gas jars, Magnesium ribbon, Deflagrating spoon, Hydrogen sulphide gas, Water droppers, Safety equipment
Sodium sulphate solution, Sodium sulphite solution, Barium chloride solution, Dilute HCl, Test tubes, Charts showing industrial uses

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 173-176
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 178-179

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Large-scale Manufacture of Sulphuric(VI) Acid - Contact Process

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the contact process for manufacturing H2SO Identify raw materials and conditions used. Explain the role of catalyst in the process. Draw flow diagrams of the contact process.

Study of flow diagram: Figure 12 - Contact process. Discussion: Raw materials (sulphur, air), burning sulphur to SO Purification: Electrostatic precipitation, drying with H2SO Catalytic chamber: V2O5 catalyst at 450°C, 2-3 atmospheres. Formation of oleum: H2S2O7. Safety and environmental considerations.

Flow chart diagrams, Charts showing industrial plant, Samples of catalyst (V2O5), Photographs of Thika chemical plant, Calculator for percentage calculations

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 179-181

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Properties of Concentrated Sulphuric(VI) Acid - Dehydrating Properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate the dehydrating properties of concentrated H2SO Demonstrate removal of water from hydrated salts. Show dehydration of organic compounds. Explain the hygroscopic nature of the acid.

Practical work: Experiment 10 - Adding concentrated H2SO4 to copper(II) sulphate crystals, sucrose crystals, ethanol. Observations: Blue to white crystals, charring of sugar, formation of ethene. Safety: Proper dilution technique - acid to water. Testing evolved gases. Discussion: Chemical vs physical dehydration.

Concentrated H2SO4, Copper(II) sulphate crystals, Sucrose, Ethanol, KMnO4 solution, Test tubes, Beakers, Safety equipment, Fume cupboard

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 181-183

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Properties of Concentrated Sulphuric(VI) Acid - Oxidizing Properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate the oxidizing properties of concentrated H2SO Test reactions with metals and non-metals. Identify the products of oxidation reactions. Write balanced equations for redox reactions.

Practical work: Experiment 10 (continued) - Reactions with copper foil, zinc granules, charcoal. Testing evolved gases with acidified K2Cr2O7 paper, lime water. Observations: SO2 evolution, color changes. Discussion: H2SO4 → SO2 + H2O + [O]. Writing half-equations and overall equations.

Copper foil, Zinc granules, Charcoal powder, Concentrated H2SO4, Acidified K2Cr2O7 paper, Lime water, Test tubes, Bunsen burner

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 183-184

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Properties of Concentrated Sulphuric(VI) Acid - Displacement Reactions
Reactions of Dilute Sulphuric(VI) Acid - With Metals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate acid displacement reactions. Demonstrate formation of volatile acids. Test the evolved gases for identification. Write equations for displacement reactions.
Investigate reactions of dilute H2SO4 with metals. Compare reactivity of different metals. Test for hydrogen gas evolution. Relate reactions to reactivity series.

Practical work: Experiment 10 (continued) - Reactions with potassium nitrate and sodium chloride. Testing evolved gases with moist blue litmus, concentrated ammonia. Observations: Brown fumes (NO2), white fumes (HCl). Discussion: Less volatile acid displacing more volatile acids. Industrial applications.
Practical work: Experiment 11 - Reactions with magnesium, zinc, copper. Testing evolved gas with burning splint. Recording observations in Table 10. Discussion: More reactive metals above hydrogen displace it. Vigour of reaction decreases down reactivity series. Writing ionic equations.

Potassium nitrate crystals, Sodium chloride crystals, Concentrated H2SO4, Moist blue litmus paper, Concentrated ammonia, Test tubes, Bunsen burner
Magnesium ribbon, Zinc granules, Copper turnings, Dilute H2SO4, Test tubes, Burning splints, Reactivity series chart

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 184
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 184-185

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Reactions of Dilute Sulphuric(VI) Acid - With Carbonates
Reactions of Dilute Sulphuric(VI) Acid - With Oxides and Hydroxides

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate reactions of dilute H2SO4 with carbonates. Test for carbon dioxide evolution. Explain why some reactions stop prematurely. Compare reactions of different metal carbonates.

Practical work: Experiment 12 - Reactions with sodium carbonate, zinc carbonate, calcium carbonate, copper(II) carbonate. Testing evolved gas with lime water. Recording observations in Table 1 Discussion: Formation of insoluble calcium sulphate coating. Effervescence and CO2 identification.

Sodium carbonate, Zinc carbonate, Calcium carbonate, Copper(II) carbonate, Dilute H2SO4, Lime water, Test tubes
Metal oxides (MgO, ZnO, CuO, PbO), NaOH solution, 2M H2SO4, Test tubes, Bunsen burner for warming

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 185-186

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Hydrogen Sulphide - Preparation and Physical Properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe laboratory preparation of hydrogen sulphide. Set up apparatus for H2S preparation. State the physical properties of H2S. Explain the toxicity and safety precautions.

Demonstration: Figure 13 apparatus setup for H2S preparation. Reaction: FeS + 2HCl → FeCl2 + H2S. Collection over warm water due to solubility. Drying: Using anhydrous CaCl2 (not H2SO4). Properties: Colorless, rotten egg smell, poisonous, denser than air. Safety precautions in handling.

Iron(II) sulphide, Dilute HCl, Apparatus for gas generation, Anhydrous CaCl2, Gas jars, Safety equipment, Fume cupboard

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 187-188

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Chemical Properties of Hydrogen Sulphide

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate H2S as a reducing agent. Test reactions with oxidizing agents. Demonstrate precipitation of metal sulphides. Write ionic equations for redox reactions.

Practical demonstrations: H2S with bromine water, iron(III) chloride, acidified KMnO4, K2Cr2O7. Precipitation tests: H2S with copper(II) sulphate, lead(II) nitrate, zinc sulphate. Color changes: Brown to colorless, yellow to green, purple to colorless. Formation of black, yellow, and white precipitates.

H2S gas, Bromine water, Iron(III) chloride, KMnO4, K2Cr2O7, Metal salt solutions, Test tubes, Droppers

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 188-190

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS
CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Pollution Effects and Summary
Introduction and Preparation of Chlorine
Physical Properties of Chlorine
Chemical Properties of Chlorine - Reaction with Water

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain environmental pollution by sulphur compounds. Describe formation and effects of acid rain. Suggest methods to reduce sulphur pollution. Summarize key concepts of sulphur chemistry.
Investigate the physical properties of chlorine gas. Explain the method of collection used for chlorine. Test the solubility of chlorine in water. State the density and color of chlorine gas.

Discussion: Sources of SO2 pollution - burning fossil fuels, metal extraction, H2SO4 manufacture. Formation of acid rain: SO2 + H2O → H2SO3 → H2SO Effects: Plant damage, aquatic life destruction, building corrosion, soil acidification. Control measures: Scrubbing with Ca(OH)2, catalytic converters. Revision: Key reactions, properties, uses.
Practical work: Experiment 6.2 - Testing chlorine gas preserved from previous experiment. Recording observations in Table 6. Testing: Color, smell (caution - no direct smelling), density, solubility in water. Demonstration: Inverting gas jar in water trough. Discussion: Why collected by downward delivery.

Charts showing pollution effects, Photographs of acid rain damage, Environmental data, Summary charts of reactions, Industrial pollution control diagrams
Manganese(IV) oxide, Concentrated HCl, Gas collection apparatus, Water, Concentrated H2SO4, Blue litmus paper, Gas jars
Preserved chlorine gas, Water trough, Gas jars, Observation tables, Safety equipment
Chlorine gas, Distilled water, Blue and red litmus papers, Colored flower petals, Gas jars, Boiling tubes

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 190-194
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 196-197

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Chemical Properties of Chlorine - Reaction with Metals
Chemical Properties of Chlorine - Reaction with Non-metals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate reactions of chlorine with metals. Write balanced equations for metal-chlorine reactions. Explain the formation of metal chlorides. Demonstrate exothermic nature of these reactions.

Practical work: Experiment 6.4 - Reactions with burning magnesium, hot iron wire, dry chlorine over hot iron coil (Figure 6.2). Recording observations in Table 6. Observations: White fumes (MgCl2), glowing iron wire, black crystals (FeCl3). Discussion: Formation of higher oxidation state chlorides. Safety: Proper ventilation and eye protection.

Magnesium ribbon, Iron wire, Chlorine gas, Deflagrating spoon, Combustion tube, Anhydrous CaCl2, Gas jars
Red phosphorus, Hydrogen gas, Chlorine gas, Deflagrating spoon, Gas jars, Bunsen burner, Safety equipment

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 199-201

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Oxidising Properties of Chlorine
Reaction of Chlorine with Alkali Solutions
Oxidising Properties - Displacement Reactions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate chlorine as an oxidizing agent. Test reactions with reducing agents. Write ionic equations for redox reactions. Identify color changes in oxidation reactions.

Practical work: Experiment 6.6 - Bubbling chlorine through sodium sulphite solution, testing with barium nitrate and lead nitrate. Reactions with hydrogen sulphide and ammonia. Recording observations in Table 6. Color changes and precipitate formation. Writing ionic equations: SO3²⁻ + Cl2 + H2O → SO4²⁻ + 2Cl⁻ + 2H⁺.

Sodium sulphite solution, Barium nitrate, Lead nitrate, Hydrogen sulphide gas, Aqueous ammonia, Chlorine gas, Test tubes
Sodium hydroxide solutions (dilute cold, concentrated hot), Chlorine gas, Beakers, Bunsen burner, Thermometer
Potassium bromide solution, Potassium iodide solution, Chlorine gas, Test tubes, Observation charts

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 201-202

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Test for Chloride Ions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Carry out confirmatory tests for chloride ions. Distinguish between different chloride tests. Practice qualitative analysis techniques. Write equations for chloride ion tests.

Practical work: Experiment 6.9 - Testing sodium chloride with concentrated H2SO4, testing with lead(II) nitrate solution. Recording observations in Table 6. Tests: White fumes with H2SO4 + ammonia test, white precipitate with Pb(NO3)2 that dissolves on warming. Writing equations: NaCl + H2SO4 → NaHSO4 + HCl, Pb²⁺ + 2Cl⁻ → PbCl

Sodium chloride, Concentrated H2SO4, Lead(II) nitrate solution, Aqueous ammonia, Glass rod, Test tubes, Bunsen burner

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 204-205

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Uses of Chlorine and its Compounds
Hydrogen Chloride - Laboratory Preparation
Chemical Properties of Hydrogen Chloride

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
List the industrial uses of chlorine. Explain the use of chlorine in water treatment. Describe manufacture of chlorine compounds. Relate properties to uses of chlorine.
Describe laboratory preparation of hydrogen chloride gas. Set up apparatus for HCl preparation. Investigate physical properties of HCl gas. Explain the method of collection used.

Discussion: Industrial applications - HCl manufacture, bleaching agents for cotton and paper industries, water treatment and sewage plants. Study Figure 6.3(a) - bleaching chemicals. Applications: Chloroform (anaesthetic), solvents (trichloroethane), CFCs, PVC plastics, pesticides (DDT), germicides and fungicides. Q/A: Relating chemical properties to practical applications.
Practical work: Experiment 6.10 - Preparation using rock salt (NaCl) + concentrated H2SO Setup apparatus as in Figure 6.3(b). Testing physical properties and recording in Table 6.6. Tests: Solubility (fountain experiment), reaction with ammonia, effect on litmus. Collection by downward delivery due to density. Writing equation: NaCl + H2SO4 → NaHSO4 + HCl.

Charts showing industrial uses, Samples of bleaching agents, PVC materials, Photographs of water treatment plants, Industrial application diagrams
Rock salt (NaCl), Concentrated H2SO4, Gas collection apparatus, Ammonia solution, Litmus papers, Water trough, Gas jars
Distilled water, Filter funnel, Metals (Zn, Fe, Mg, Cu), NaOH solution, Carbonates, Lead nitrate, Methylbenzene, Indicators

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 205-207
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 207-208

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Large-scale Manufacture of Hydrochloric Acid

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe industrial production of hydrochloric acid. Identify raw materials and conditions used. Explain the controlled combustion process. Draw flow diagrams of the industrial process.

Study of Figure 6.4 - Large-scale manufacture setup. Discussion: Raw materials (H2 from electrolysis/cracking, Cl2 from electrolysis). Controlled combustion: H2 + Cl2 → 2HCl in jet burner. Dissolving HCl gas in water over glass beads. Safety: Explosive nature of H2/Cl2 mixture, use of excess chlorine. Industrial considerations: 35% concentration, transport in rubber-lined steel tanks.

Flow diagrams, Industrial photographs, Glass beads samples, Charts showing electrolysis processes, Safety equipment models

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 211-212

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Uses of Hydrochloric Acid
Environmental Pollution by Chlorine Compounds and Summary

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
List the industrial uses of hydrochloric acid. Explain applications in metal treatment. Describe use in water treatment and manufacturing. Relate acid properties to industrial applications.

Discussion: Applications - rust removal and descaling, galvanizing preparation, electroplating preparation, water treatment (chlorination), sewage treatment. Manufacturing uses: dyes, drugs, photographic materials (AgCl), pH control in industries. Q/A: How acid properties make HCl suitable for these uses. Case studies: Metal cleaning processes, water purification systems.

Samples of rusted and cleaned metals, Photographic materials, pH control charts, Industrial application videos, Water treatment diagrams
Environmental pollution charts, Ozone layer diagrams, DDT restriction documents, PVC waste samples, NEMA guidelines, Summary charts of reactions

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 212-213