Chemistry

Chemistry relates to the study of Ecological Footprints more in the way that emissions and other chemicals interact with each other in the air. Some of the chemistry involved in the complex interactions of chemicals is beyond the scope of the curriculum, so below are some activities to do that applies both to the harmful effects and the Chemistry curriculum.

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Chemistry 20:

__UNIT 1: Introduction to Chemistry__

- Synthesize ideas gleaned from a variety of sources and media. - Identify critical issues in factual and editorial argumentative messages from both print and non-print media. - Create questions as tools to further understanding of concepts. Come to a better understanding of the personal, moral, social, and cultural aspects of chemistry. (PSVS) - Understand how application of chemical principles through technology influences the natural environment. - Establish arguments based on human rights, human needs or the needs of the environment with respect to the use of knowledge about chemical principles. - Explore how moral principles influence judgements about the application of chemical principles.

__UNIT 3: Molecules and Compounds__

- Promote both intuitive, imaginative thought and the ability to evaluate ideas, processes, experiences and objects in meaningful contexts. (CCT) - Compare similarities and differences in the properties and behaviours of compounds. - Discover relationships and patterns. - Apply conclusions and generalizations to new situations. - Compare and evaluate what is being read, heard and viewed. - Use the vocabulary of critical thinking, e.g. necessary condition, conclusion, evidence, argument.

Chemistry 30:

__UNIT 2: Case Study__

Understand how knowledge is created, evaluated, refined and changed within chemistry. (CCT) - Contribute to creating a climate that is sensitive, flexible and responsive. - Read and interpret quantitative information from a variety of resources. - Evaluate arguments based on quantitative information. - Share the results of research by developing displays, exhibits, performances, presentations, demonstrations, lectures, or other appropriate means. - Understand that knowledge alone can not produce wisdom, and that wisdom depends upon the interplay of knowledge, experience, and reflection.

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Here is a PowerPoint that relates chemistry and chemical management analysis to large corporations.

This website can be adapted for various levels of Chemistry but contains lessons for activities relating ecological footprints to chemistry. (NOTE: a log-in is required to access free lessons, however it is free)