Introduction to Chemistry Objectives To understand the importance

Introduction to Chemistry Objectives: • To understand the importance of learning chemistry • To define chemistry

Chemistry is the study of matter and the transformations it can undergo… Chemical…physical • The goal of chemistry is to connect the macroscopic world you live in to the microscopic world that makes it all work.

Natural Science Physics Chemistry Earth and Space Science Geology Astronomy Meteorology Life Science Botany Ecology Oceanography Natural science covers a very broad range of knowledge. Wysession, Frank, Yancopoulos, Physical Science Concepts in Action , 2004, page 4 Zoology Genetics

The Importance of Learning Chemistry • Chemistry is important to everyone because chemistry occurs all around us in our daily lives. • Chemistry “looks inside” ordinary objects to study how their components behave. • Chemists develop new materials. • Chemistry can produce new sources of energy. • Chemistry can help to control diseases.

Evaluation The Six Levels of Thought Synthesis Analysis Application Comprehension Knowledge “Success is a journey, not a destination. ” -Ben Sweetland “Successful students make mistakes, but they don’t quit. They learn from them. ” -Ralph Burns “Success consist of a series of little daily efforts. ” -Marie Mc. Cuillough

Job Skills for the Future • • • Evaluate and Analyze Think Critically Solve Math Problems Organize and Use References Synthesize Ideas Apply Ideas to New Areas Be Creative Make Decisions with Incomplete Information Communicate in Many Modes Chemistry will develop ALL of these skills in YOU!