Online Student Center:  This is the companion site to your textbook.  You can access both chapter specific resources as well as general learning aides.

This page will be updated as necessary throughout the year.
Be sure to read any special instructions for each link before you visit the site.
If you find a good site that you think should be included, please let me know.

1. Introduction to Chemistry
Chemistry is a science that is central to our lives.

2. Analyzing Data
Chemists collect and analyze data to determine how matter changes.

1. Observations vs. Inferences (Basic Information and Examples)
   http://www.mt-vernon.k12.oh.us/High_School/Depts/Science/bschutte/observations.htm
2. More Examples of Observations and Inferences
   http://www.rockabrain.com/pages/lc_observation_inference.htm
3. Observations and Inferences (Self-Quiz)
   http://www.quia.com/pop/44328.html
4. Colonia Coin (Archeology)
   http://rla.unc.edu/lessons/Lesson/L103/H103b.htm
5. Algonkian Boat Building (Archeology)
   http://rla.unc.edu/lessons/Lesson/L103/H103a.htm
6. Scientific Process Skills and Experimental Design Notes
   (This is a 14 page document. Information about observations and inferences is on pages 1-2.)
   http://www.hollandchristian.org/kkamps/files/skills_notes.pdf
7. Candle Lab (done in class)
   http://www.pvnrt.com/chem/chemistryhandouts/cch1matterandchange/LABS/observationlab.htm

3. Matter – Properties and Changes
Everything is made of matter.

4. The Structure of the Atom
Atoms are the fundamental building blocks of matter.

1. The Discovery of the Electron - Tutorial with photographs - Hear Thomson talk about the electron
2. Millikan's Oil Drop Experiment - Interactive Animation
3. Rutherford's Gold Foil Experiment - Interactive Simulation
4. Bohr Model - Interactive Flash Animation

5. Electrons in Atoms
The atoms of each element have a unique arrangement of electrons.

6. The Periodic Table and Periodic Law
Periodic trends in the properties of atoms allow us to predict physical and chemical properties.

7. Ionic Compounds and Metals
Atoms in ionic compounds are held together by chemical bonds formed by the attraction of oppositely charged ions.

8. Covalent Bonding
Covalent bonds form when atoms share electrons.

9. Chemical Reactions
Millions of chemical reactions in around you transform reactants into products, resulting in the absorption or release of energy.

1. Balancing Equations Tutorial - Includes interactive beginner, intermediate, and advanced practice equations
2. Balancing Equations - A very nice tutorial and interactive practice - but requires Macromedia Shockwave and the installation of Active-X Control.  You may not want to do this with your computer.

10. The Mole
The mole represents a large number of extremely small particles.

11. Stoichiometry
Mass relationships in chemical reactions confirm the law of conservation of mass.

12. States of Matter
Kinetic-molecular theory explains the different properties of solids, liquids, and gases.

13. Gases
Gases respond in predictable ways to pressure, temperature, volume, and changes in number of particles.

15. Energy and Change
Changes in state absorb or release energy.

18. Acids and Bases
Acids and bases can be defined in terms of hydrogen ions and hydroxide ions as well as in other terms.

19. Redox Reactions
Oxidation-reduction reactions – among the most-common chemical processes in both nature and industry – involve the transfer of electrons.

20. Electrochemistry
Chemical energy can be converted to electric energy and electric energy to chemical energy.

24. Nuclear Chemistry
Nuclear chemistry has a vast range of applications, from the production of electricity to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.