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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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