Science :
Chemistry Honors :
Fall : Fall semester of Chemistry covers an introduction to chemistry skills including measuring mass , length , volume , temperature and density . Students are introduced to the atom and its components . They learn to read and use the periodic table and to determine electron configurations . They convert between mass , moles , and molecules . Students are introduced to stoichiometry and use the mole : mole ratio . Lab work focuses on everyday chemical uses .
Spring : The spring semester of Chemistry uses laboratory and lecture to build upon the foundational principles of Chemistry . Students learn about stoichiometry and are introduced to the concept of limiting reagents . Students examine gases , solutions , and the properties of acids and bases . They are introduced to organic chemistry . Lab work focuses on everyday chemical uses .
Physics ( Honors or AP Physics 1 ):
Fall : In the fall semester of Physics , students examine the principles of measurement and uncertainty , then look at linear motion . They then study two-dimensional motion , Newton ’ s laws , and momentum , impulse , work and energy . Students also study circular motion and gravity . Lab work focuses on application in real-world situations . AP Physics 1 fall semester covers content in College Board units 1-5 .
Spring : The spring semester of Physics begins with a review of topics in forces and motion . Students study waves and sound , and learn about static electricity and electric circuits . Students also examine magnetism , light and optics . Lab work will focus on application in real-world situations . AP Physics 1 spring semester covers content in College Board units 6-10 .
Note : In Fall or Spring semester , there is the opportunity for students to earn AP credit and prepare for the AP exam for this course while at Alzar School . Depending on enrollment , Honors and AP sections may be combined . AP students will receive differentiated assignments , readings , and assessments to help them prepare for the AP exam . To receive the “ AP ” label on their transcripts , students must be enrolled in the corresponding semester of AP at their sending schools ( thus completing the full year of AP curriculum ). Students who are enrolled in the Honors section still have the option to take the AP exam . Read more in the section “ Note on Advanced Placement Courses ”.
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