2017 Advanced Academics Summer Assignment
2017 Advanced Academics Summer Assignment Pre-AP Chemistry Dayton High School Bonnie Smith [email protected]
Due 08/18/17 – Lab Safety Contract Due 08/25/17 – The Disappearing Spoon Summary Due 08/28/17 – Memorized Elements Welcome to Pre-AP Chemistry! The Pre-AP Chemistry course is an honors level course which provides an in depth overview of chemical concepts. This is a fast paced course requiring outside class study time. These assignments will help us with reviewing math skills and gaining a basic understanding of the Periodic Table of Elements and their history.
Chemistry – the study of matter and energy and more importantly, the changes between them. Why study chemistry? When a car starts do you think about chemistry? When a battery in your cell phone dies do you think about chemistry? In fact, the food you eat for lunch provides energy, through chemical reactions, and you are able to read these sentences and comprehend them because of chemical reactions occurring in your brain. Did you know the theory that a huge meteor hit the earth 65 billion years ago, causing the extinction of the dinosaurs, was first recognized as a plausible explanation by chemists, who noticed that rocks from that time period contained amounts of the elements iridium (Ir) and niobium (Nb) that are seen only in meteors. If the Roman’s had understood lead-poisoning, their civilization would not have fallen. All of these ideas can be understood with a basic foundation in chemistry. Chemistry is around you all the time; you encounter chemistry every waking moment of your life, whether you recognize it or not. A large part of chemistry is constantly asking “why?” things happen. You will become a better problem solver in all areas of your life and better understand all areas of science. What supplies will I need? • Required Materials • 100 page Composition Notebook • Pocket Folder with Brads (Calendars & returned assignments) • Pens, Pencils, Highlighter(s), etc. • Many students prefer to have their own scissors, glue/tape, markers/colored pencils, etc. • Scientific Calculator • TI-36X Pro is strongly recommended, but not required • Available from Amazon.com for about $18.85 • The Disappearing Spoon novel • Available from Amazon.com for about $7.40 or Barnes & Nobles for about $10.36
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Required Classroom Project Supplies (Select any 4 of the following items.) • Kleenex or Paper Towels • Markers, Colored Pencils, Crayons • Disinfecting Wipes • Coffee Filters • Hand Sanitizer • Dixie Cups (3oz) • Quart or Gallon Zip-lock Bags • Extra Glue or Tape • Index Cards • Extra Pens, Pencils, etc.
Assignment #1 (1st Test Grade) Summer Reading: The Disappearing Spoon and Other True Tales of Madness, Love, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of Elements. • Must be purchased on your own, but is available from the following online sources: • Amazon.com for about $7.40 or Barnes & Nobles for about $10.36 About the book… “The Periodic Table is a crowning scientific achievement, but it's also a treasure trove of adventure, betrayal, and obsession. These fascinating tales follow every element on the table as they play out their parts in human history, and in the lives of the (frequently) mad scientists who discovered them. THE DISAPPEARING SPOON masterfully fuses science with the classic lore of invention, investigation, and discovery--from the Big Bang through the end of time. Though solid at room temperature, gallium is a moldable metal that melts at 84 degrees Fahrenheit. A classic science prank is to mold gallium spoons, serve them with tea, and watch guests recoil as their utensils disappear.” – Amazon.com summary
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Reflection Summary Paper •
Answer each of the following 7 questions about The Disappearing Spoon… using 2-5 sentences each. 1. What was the most surprising fact you learned from reading The Disappearing Spoon…? Were there any elements or scientists you thought you knew a lot about, but then discovered you did not? 2. American science was often viewed as second-rate compared to Europe in the 1800s. What enabled U.S. Science to become so powerful in the 20th Century? 3. Does Mendeleev deserve the credit he gets for “discovering” the periodic table, even though other scientists had the same idea before him? 4. The Disappearing Spoon… shines a light on many female scientists who have made significant contributions in scientific history. What role do you think their gender played in their work? Or do you think that these scientists’ gender was irrelevant? 5. How did reading The Disappearing Spoon… change your ideas about the day-to-day life of scientists and the work they do? 6. Sam Kean makes connections to many areas of science, nature and life that normally are not discussed in association of the periodic table. What connections surprised you? 7. Now that you have read The Disappearing Spoon…, what is your favorite element? Why?
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Paper must be neatly handwritten in ink or typed single spaced with 12 point Times New Roman font and use proper grammar, punctuation, and citations. Completed paper must be emailed to [email protected] or a hard copy turned in by August 25, 2017.
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Assignment #2 Memorization: Element Symbols & Names • Making flashcards is helpful! • A mastery of the periodic table is essential to success in chemistry. You will always be allowed a periodic table, but you must be able to gain information from the chart. The Disappearing Spoon… book will help with some of this, but most of it is just memorizing. • Memorize the element symbols and names (with correct spelling) for elements #1-86 (exclude elements #58-71). • There will be a quiz during the 3rd week of school (8/28-9/1).
Assignment #3 Read & Sign: Lab Safety Contract Lab Safety Contract on DHS webpage. • Read the Flinn Scientific’s Student Lab Safety Contract. You will always be expected to follow all safety rules in the science laboratory. • Print your name at the top of the front side of the contract. • Answer the 3 Questions on the back about vision and allergies. • You and your parent must sign and date the back. • This must be turned in by the 2nd day of school – August 18, 2017 – if you plan to participate in the lab scheduled for that date.
You will turn in ONLY the Lab Safety Contract on the 2nd day of school – August 18, 2017. The book summary needs to be emailed to me by August 25, 2017. The element symbols and names quiz will be given during the 3rd week of school. Be sure to complete all of this work BEFORE school starts. Make sure you read and understand the expectations. If you have any questions, feel free to come see me before school is out or email me over the summer. I look forward to meeting you in the fall, Mrs. Bonnie Smith Pre-AP & AP Chemistry Science National Honor Society Sponsor
Due 08/18/17 – Lab Safety Contract Due 08/25/17 – The Disappearing Spoon Summary Due 08/28/17 – Memorized Elements Welcome to Pre-AP Chemistry! The Pre-AP Chemistry course is an honors level course which provides an in depth overview of chemical concepts. This is a fast paced course requiring outside class study time. These assignments will help us with reviewing math skills and gaining a basic understanding of the Periodic Table of Elements and their history.
Chemistry – the study of matter and energy and more importantly, the changes between them. Why study chemistry? When a car starts do you think about chemistry? When a battery in your cell phone dies do you think about chemistry? In fact, the food you eat for lunch provides energy, through chemical reactions, and you are able to read these sentences and comprehend them because of chemical reactions occurring in your brain. Did you know the theory that a huge meteor hit the earth 65 billion years ago, causing the extinction of the dinosaurs, was first recognized as a plausible explanation by chemists, who noticed that rocks from that time period contained amounts of the elements iridium (Ir) and niobium (Nb) that are seen only in meteors. If the Roman’s had understood lead-poisoning, their civilization would not have fallen. All of these ideas can be understood with a basic foundation in chemistry. Chemistry is around you all the time; you encounter chemistry every waking moment of your life, whether you recognize it or not. A large part of chemistry is constantly asking “why?” things happen. You will become a better problem solver in all areas of your life and better understand all areas of science. What supplies will I need? • Required Materials • 100 page Composition Notebook • Pocket Folder with Brads (Calendars & returned assignments) • Pens, Pencils, Highlighter(s), etc. • Many students prefer to have their own scissors, glue/tape, markers/colored pencils, etc. • Scientific Calculator • TI-36X Pro is strongly recommended, but not required • Available from Amazon.com for about $18.85 • The Disappearing Spoon novel • Available from Amazon.com for about $7.40 or Barnes & Nobles for about $10.36
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Required Classroom Project Supplies (Select any 4 of the following items.) • Kleenex or Paper Towels • Markers, Colored Pencils, Crayons • Disinfecting Wipes • Coffee Filters • Hand Sanitizer • Dixie Cups (3oz) • Quart or Gallon Zip-lock Bags • Extra Glue or Tape • Index Cards • Extra Pens, Pencils, etc.
Assignment #1 (1st Test Grade) Summer Reading: The Disappearing Spoon and Other True Tales of Madness, Love, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of Elements. • Must be purchased on your own, but is available from the following online sources: • Amazon.com for about $7.40 or Barnes & Nobles for about $10.36 About the book… “The Periodic Table is a crowning scientific achievement, but it's also a treasure trove of adventure, betrayal, and obsession. These fascinating tales follow every element on the table as they play out their parts in human history, and in the lives of the (frequently) mad scientists who discovered them. THE DISAPPEARING SPOON masterfully fuses science with the classic lore of invention, investigation, and discovery--from the Big Bang through the end of time. Though solid at room temperature, gallium is a moldable metal that melts at 84 degrees Fahrenheit. A classic science prank is to mold gallium spoons, serve them with tea, and watch guests recoil as their utensils disappear.” – Amazon.com summary
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Reflection Summary Paper •
Answer each of the following 7 questions about The Disappearing Spoon… using 2-5 sentences each. 1. What was the most surprising fact you learned from reading The Disappearing Spoon…? Were there any elements or scientists you thought you knew a lot about, but then discovered you did not? 2. American science was often viewed as second-rate compared to Europe in the 1800s. What enabled U.S. Science to become so powerful in the 20th Century? 3. Does Mendeleev deserve the credit he gets for “discovering” the periodic table, even though other scientists had the same idea before him? 4. The Disappearing Spoon… shines a light on many female scientists who have made significant contributions in scientific history. What role do you think their gender played in their work? Or do you think that these scientists’ gender was irrelevant? 5. How did reading The Disappearing Spoon… change your ideas about the day-to-day life of scientists and the work they do? 6. Sam Kean makes connections to many areas of science, nature and life that normally are not discussed in association of the periodic table. What connections surprised you? 7. Now that you have read The Disappearing Spoon…, what is your favorite element? Why?
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Paper must be neatly handwritten in ink or typed single spaced with 12 point Times New Roman font and use proper grammar, punctuation, and citations. Completed paper must be emailed to [email protected] or a hard copy turned in by August 25, 2017.
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Assignment #2 Memorization: Element Symbols & Names • Making flashcards is helpful! • A mastery of the periodic table is essential to success in chemistry. You will always be allowed a periodic table, but you must be able to gain information from the chart. The Disappearing Spoon… book will help with some of this, but most of it is just memorizing. • Memorize the element symbols and names (with correct spelling) for elements #1-86 (exclude elements #58-71). • There will be a quiz during the 3rd week of school (8/28-9/1).
Assignment #3 Read & Sign: Lab Safety Contract Lab Safety Contract on DHS webpage. • Read the Flinn Scientific’s Student Lab Safety Contract. You will always be expected to follow all safety rules in the science laboratory. • Print your name at the top of the front side of the contract. • Answer the 3 Questions on the back about vision and allergies. • You and your parent must sign and date the back. • This must be turned in by the 2nd day of school – August 18, 2017 – if you plan to participate in the lab scheduled for that date.
You will turn in ONLY the Lab Safety Contract on the 2nd day of school – August 18, 2017. The book summary needs to be emailed to me by August 25, 2017. The element symbols and names quiz will be given during the 3rd week of school. Be sure to complete all of this work BEFORE school starts. Make sure you read and understand the expectations. If you have any questions, feel free to come see me before school is out or email me over the summer. I look forward to meeting you in the fall, Mrs. Bonnie Smith Pre-AP & AP Chemistry Science National Honor Society Sponsor
