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Chemistry I Grades 10 , 11 , 12 1 Unit Prerequisite : Biology , Math III ( concurrent or complete with a grade of C or better in both courses ) This is a college preparatory course in beginning chemistry base on the NC Essential Standards . It examines atomic structure and bonding , nomenclature , periodic table , chemical reactions and equations , the mole and stoichiometry , gases , solutions , acids and bases , oxidation / reduction , and equilibrium . Students will need a good working math background to be successful . The course is based on the NC Essential Standards and includes instruction in basic laboratory techniques and safety .

Honors Chemistry I Grades 10 , 11 , 12 1 Unit Prerequisite : “ A ” or “ B ” in Biology & Math III ( concurrent or complete ), teacher recommendation This is a college preparatory course based on the NC Essential Standards and examines beginning chemistry in depth . Topics covered include atomic theory , atomic structure and bonding , molecular structure , periodic table , chemical reactions and equations , nomenclature , the mole , kinetic theory , stoichiometry , gases , solutions , acids and bases , nuclear chemistry , oxidation / reduction , and equilibrium . A solid math background is needed . Students will be introduced to basic laboratory techniques and safety . Inquiry investigations will be included and students will complete lab reports of findings . Inquiry based projects are included .

Honors Chemistry II / Pre-AP Grades 11 , 12 1 Unit Prerequisite : “ A ” or “ B ” in Honors Chemistry , Math III , teacher recommendation This course is a rigorous detailed look at the nature of chemical reactions and is taught on a post high school level . The topics include precipitation , redox , neutralization reactions and gas reactions . Molecular geometry , intermolecular forces , stoichiometry and thermodynamics are studied in depth . Nuclear and Organic chemistry is discussed . Students are given instruction in laboratory techniques and proper safety . The course can be terminating or the student may choose to take the second semester which will complete the year- long AP Chemistry sequence .

AP Chemistry Grades 11 , 12 1 Unit Prerequisite : Honors Chemistry II This course is designed to provide a solid , first year college chemistry experience , both in laboratory work as well as conceptually . The labs supplement the lecture portion of the course . As this is a second year course , students should have a sound knowledge of topics in beginning chemistry and good math skills . Topics included chemical kinetics , equilibrium , thermodynamics , electrochemistry , buffers , coordination complexes , and organic chemistry . The syllabus is aligned to the College Board standards for AP Chemistry . The lab component is a requirement and exposes students to both qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques .

Honors Physics Grades , 11 , 12 1 Unit Prerequisite : Pre-Calculus , Teacher recommendation from Honors Biology or Honors Chemistry Honors Physics follows the NC Essential Standards and is a challenging and advanced study of motion , work , energy , power , momentum , waves , electricity , and magnetism . This is a rigorous course designed for highly motivated students with a solid background in mathematics . Students will be required to solve complex equations , use trigonometric functions , and describe real world phenomenon both graphically and algebraically .

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