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IB Chemistry provides foundational and in-depth knowledge of core chemical principles, from the structure of matter to chemical reactions. The course not only equips students with theoretical knowledge but also strongly focuses on developing critical thinking, scientific experimental skills, data analysis capabilities, and problem-solving, preparing them for higher-level studies.

Common Challenges When Learning IB Chemistry

Difficulty with Abstract Concepts: Deeply understanding complex theories of atomic structure, chemical bonding, thermodynamics, and kinetics.
Challenge in Chemical Calculations: Requires the ability to apply formulas and solve diverse quantitative problems (equilibrium, kinetics, thermochemistry, etc.).
Requirements for Practical Skills & IA: Needing proficiency in experimental techniques, accurate data processing, and writing rigorous scientific reports.
Complexity of Organic Chemistry: Mastering the nomenclature system, various types of organic reactions, and their logical reaction mechanisms.

Course Content

Unit 1: Stoichiometric Relationships

1.1: Introduction to the particulate nature of matter and chemical change

1.2: The mole concept

1.3: Reacting masses and volumes

Unit 2: Atomic Structure

2.1: The nuclear atom

2.2: Electron configuration

Unit 3: Periodicity

3.1: Periodic table

3.2: Periodic trends

Unit 4: Chemical Bonding and Structure

4.1: Ionic bonding and structure

4.2: Covalent bonding

4.3: Covalent structures

4.4: Intermolecular forces

4.5: Metallic bonding

Unit 5: Energetics/Thermochemistry

5.1: Measuring energy changes

5.2: Hess's Law

5.3: Bond enthalpies

Unit 6: Chemical Kinetics

6.1: Collision theory and rates of reaction

Unit 7: Equilibrium

7.1: Equilibrium

Unit 8: Acids and Bases

8.1: Theories of acids and bases

8.2: Properties of acids and bases

8.3: The pH scale

8.4: Strong and weak acids and bases

8.5: Acid deposition

Unit 9: Redox Processes

9.1: Oxidation and reduction

9.2: Electrochemical cells

Unit 10: Organic Chemistry

10.1: Fundamentals of organic chemistry

10.2: Functional group chemistry

Unit 11: Measurement and Data Processing

11.1: Uncertainties and errors in measurement and results

11.2: Graphical techniques

11.3: Spectroscopic identification of organic compounds

Unit 12: Atomic Structure (HL only)

12.1: Electrons in atoms

Unit 13: The Periodic Table: Transition Metals (HL only)

13.1: First-row d-block elements

13.2: Coloured complexes

Unit 14: Chemical Bonding and Structure (HL only)

14.1: Further aspects of covalent bonding and structure

14.2: Hybridization

Unit 15: Energetics/Thermochemistry (HL only)

15.1: Energy cycles

15.2: Entropy and spontaneity

Unit 16: Chemical Kinetics (HL only)

16.1: Rate expression and reaction mechanism

16.2: Activation energy

Unit 17: Equilibrium (HL only)

17.1: The equilibrium law

Unit 18: Acids and Bases (HL only)

18.1: Lewis acids and bases

18.2: Calculations involving acids and bases

18.3: pH curves

Unit 19: Redox Processes (HL only)

19.1: Electrochemical cells

Unit 20: Organic Chemistry (HL only)

20.1. Types of organic reactions

20.2. Synthetic routes

20.3. Stereoisomerism

Unit 21: Measurement and Analysis (HL only)

21.1: Spectroscopic identification of organic compounds

Option (1 out of 4):

1.Materials

2.Biochemistry

3.Energy

4.Medicinal chemistry"

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Does IB Chemistry require a high level of Mathematics?

IB Chemistry requires students to have good mathematical skills, especially algebra, to solve quantitative problems related to chemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, atomic structure, and analytical measurements. The Math requirements at the HL level will be higher than at SL.

What is the role of practical work in IB Chemistry?

Practical work is an extremely important part of IB Chemistry. The program emphasizes developing experimental skills through mandatory and optional experiments. Students not only learn theory but also must know how to design experiments, perform safe laboratory techniques, collect and process data accurately, and analyze results. This skill is also central to the Internal Assessment (IA).

What does the Internal Assessment (IA) in Chemistry require students to do?

The Chemistry IA is an independent scientific investigation. Students typically formulate a research question related to Chemistry, then design and conduct an experiment (or analyze existing data/simulations) to answer that question. Finally, students need to write a detailed scientific report, presenting their methods, results, analysis, evaluation, and conclusion.

What opportunities does studying IB Chemistry open up for university and career?

IB Chemistry is an essential foundational subject and is often a mandatory or highly preferred requirement for numerous science and engineering fields at university, including Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Biotechnology, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Food Science, Biochemistry, and other natural sciences.

Does Intertu Education offer trial classes for IB Chemistry?

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How is the tuition fee for the IB Chemistry course at Intertu calculated?

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