Atoms, Ions and Isotopes
This blog introduces you to chemical notation for atoms, ions and isotopes, as well as the periodic table. Also, here is a link to They Might Be Giants' video on the elements.
Science is a Process, not an Object.
Honors Chemistry
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Atoms etc.
What is the evidence is there that there are atoms? Why do we think they exist? There are several lines of evidence.
By the way, the image above is of Mr Potato Head from Toy Story™ and is used without permission.
By the way, the image above is of Mr Potato Head from Toy Story™ and is used without permission.
Bonding and Naming Compounds
written by: Doc
This is a first pass at explaining bonding, both ionic and covalent. We will refine our ideas, particularly for covalent bonds, as the year progresses.
Also, we will start some "naming of compounds.
Also, we will start some "naming of compounds.
Classification of Matter
written by: Doc
This blog looks at classifications of matter: elements versus compounds or mixtures, as well as states of matter.
Facts, Laws and Theories
The study of how we know things is called "epistemology." What does it mean to say you know something is true? Can you be certain of anything? It's actually a hard question and one that has occupied philosophers for millennia. We will base knowledge on what we can measure and we will never really be certain.
