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This bundle is ideal for classroom or home learning and covers all of the OCR A level chemistry specification module 3. – periodic table and energy. The topics covered are the history of the periodic table, the features of the modern periodic table, the periodicity of ionisation energies and melting points, the properties of group 2 elements and compounds, the halogens and their compounds, qualitative analysis, enthalpy changes, experimental determination of enthalpy changes, bond enthalpies, Hess’ Law, measuring reaction rates, collision theory, factors affecting rates of reaction, dynamic equilibrium, le Chatelier’s principle, factors affecting position of equilibrium, industrial chemical processes and the equilibrium constant Kc. Each topic includes a fully interactive PowerPoint including starter, group activities, questions and plenary along with a worksheet. Answers to all exercises are provided. Some of the resources include a PowerPoint quiz. This bundle is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following section: Module 3 – Periodic table and energy (all) Part 1 – The periodic table 3.1.1 Periodicity 3.1.2 Group 2 3.1.3 The halogens 3.1.4 Qualitative analysis Part 2 Physical chemistry 3.2.1 Enthalpy changes 3.2.2 Reaction rates 3.2.3 Chemical equilibrium Content covered: Periodic table past and present • The history of the periodic table, including Newlands’ and Mendeleev’s contributions • The structure of the modern periodic table – periods, groups and blocks • Relationship between electron configuration and the periodic table • Periodicity – the variation in properties when plotted against atomic number • Periodicity and metallic character • Metal and non-metals Periodicity of ionisation energies and melting point • First ionisation energy – definition • Factors affecting ionisation energies: nuclear charge, atomic radius and shielding • Explanation of shielding • Successive ionisation energies • Predicting group from successive ionisation energies • Periodicity of first ionisation energies • Trends across a period and down a group • Explanations of small decreases from group 2 to group 3 and from group 5 to group 6 • Periodicity of structure of elements: giant metallic, giant covalent and simple molecular structures • Periodicity of melting points and explanation in terms of structure. Group 2 • Structure and physical properties of group 2 elements • Electron configuration and formation of ions • First ionisation enthalpy and reactivity • Redox reactions of group 2 metals with oxygen, water and acids • Properties of group 2 compounds • Group 2 oxides and hydroxides – reactions with acids • Group 2 oxides – reaction with water • Solubility and alkalinity of group 2 hydroxides • Reactions of group 2 carbonates with acid • Uses of group 2 compounds The halogens • Structure and physical properties of group 17 elements • Electron configuration and formation of ions • Redox reactions of halogens • Reactivity of halogens • Displacement reactions • Disproportionation reactions of the halogens, including production of bleach • Benefits and hazards of treating drinking water with chlorine • Precipitation reactions of aqueous halide ions with aqueous silver nitrate • Use of silver nitrate as a test for aqueous halide ions Qualitative analysis • Precipitation and acid-base reactions • Tests for carbon dioxide and ammonia • Tests for anions including carbonate, sulfate, chloride, bromide and iodide ions • Sequence of tests for anions, with reasons • Analysing mixtures of anions • Tests for cations – ammonium ion Enthalpy changes • What is enthalpy • Law of conservation of energy • Enthalpy change • Enthalpy profile diagrams • System and surroundings • Exothermic and endothermic reactions and examples • Activation energy • Standard enthalpy changes • Standard conditions • Definitions of enthalpy changes • Simple calculations involving enthalpy changes Experimental determination of enthalpy changes • Energy exchange with the surroundings - heat loss in a chemical system = heat gain by surroundings • Temperature scales • Determining enthalpy changes using calorimetry • Calculations involving q = mc∆T . • Determining enthalpy changes in solution • Determining enthalpy of combustion • Errors associated with calorimetry experiments and how to minimise them • Cooling curves and how to find the temperature rise • Thermometric titration Bond enthalpies • Making covalent bonds (exothermic) and breaking covalent bonds (endothermic) • Overall enthalpy change linked to relative enthalpies of breaking and making bonds – enthalpy profile diagram • Average bond enthalpies and why they differ from actual bond enthalpies • Factors affecting average bond enthalpies • Calculations involving bond enthalpies • Limitations of bond enthalpy calculations • Plenary discussion about why there is a constant increase in the enthalpy change of combustion of alcohols for each CH2 group added Hess’ Law • Hess’ Law • Indirect determination of enthalpy changes • Enthalpy cycles • Calculating enthalpy changes from enthalpy changes of combustion • Calculating enthalpy changes from enthalpy changes of formation • Summary of types of enthalpy calculation • Calculating enthalpy changes from unfamiliar enthalpy cycles Measuring rate of reaction • Gradients • Definition , calculation and units of rate of reaction • Measuring rate of reaction experimentally using volume of gas, loss of mass or change in concentration • Determining rate from a graph of concentration (or gas volume or mass loss) against time using tangents • Smooth curve versus dot-to-dot Collision theory and factors affecting rate of reaction • Factors affecting rate of reaction • The collision theory of reactions • Activation energy and enthalpy profile diagrams • Effect of concentration and pressure on rate and explanation in terms of collision theory • Effect of temperature and catalysts on rate • Catalysts – how they work and their advantages • Using Boltzmann distribution curves and activation energy to explain the effect of temperature and catalysts on rate Introduction to chemical equilibrium • Static vs dynamic equilibrium • Irreversible and reversible reactions • Meaning of closed system • Examples of dynamic equilibrium and how it is reached • Definition of dynamic equilibrium • How rates vary with time (graph of rate against time) • How concentrations vary with time (graphs of concentration against time) • Position of equilibrium – illustrated by concentration-time graphs • Yield of reaction Le Chatelier’s principle and equilibrium constant Kc • Le Chatelier’s principle • Effect of changing concentration, pressure or temperature on position of equilibrium, predicted and explained using le Chatelier’s principle • Practical examples with colour changes • Effect of adding a catalyst on rate of reaction and position of equilibrium • Position of equilibrium and yield • Choice of conditions in the chemical industry - factors considered including yield, rate , costs and safety • How far, how fast? • The Haber process as example of an industrial process • The equilibrium constant Kc • The equilibrium law • Writing expressions for Kc and calculating values. Links Next lesson: – Introduction to organic chemistry (free resource) Next bundle: Basic concepts of organic chemistry https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/basic-concepts-of-organic-chemistry-ocr-as-chemistry-12643964
Reaction rates and chemical equilibrium bundle
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Reaction rates and chemical equilibrium bundle

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This bundle is ideal for classroom or home learning and covers all of the OCR A level chemistry specification sections 3.2.2 and 3.2.3 − reaction rates and chemical equilibrium. The topics covered are measuring reaction rates, collision theory, factors affecting rates of reaction, dynamic equilibrium, le Chatelier’s principle, factors affecting position of equilibrium, industrial chemical processes and the equilibrium constant Kc. Each topic includes a fully interactive PowerPoint including starter, activities, questions and plenary along with a worksheet. Answers to all exercises are provided. Some of the resources include a PowerPoint quiz. This bundle is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following section: Module 3 – Periodic table and energy Part 2 – Physical chemistry - 3.2.2 Reaction rates and 3.2.3 Chemical equilibrium Content covered: Measuring rate of reaction • Gradients • Definition , calculation and units of rate of reaction • Measuring rate of reaction experimentally using volume of gas, loss of mass or change in concentration • Determining rate from a graph of concentration (or gas volume or mass loss) against time using tangents • Smooth curve versus dot-to-dot Collision theory and factors affecting rate of reaction • Factors affecting rate of reaction • The collision theory of reactions • Activation energy and enthalpy profile diagrams • Effect of concentration and pressure on rate and explanation in terms of collision theory • Effect of temperature and catalysts on rate • Catalysts – how they work and their advantages • Using Boltzmann distribution curves and activation energy to explain the effect of temperature and catalysts on rate Introduction to chemical equilibrium • Static vs dynamic equilibrium • Irreversible and reversible reactions • Meaning of closed system • Examples of dynamic equilibrium and how it is reached • Definition of dynamic equilibrium • How rates vary with time (graph of rate against time) • How concentrations vary with time (graphs of concentration against time) • Position of equilibrium – illustrated by concentration-time graphs • Yield of reaction Le Chatelier’s principle and equilibrium constant Kc • Le Chatelier’s principle • Effect of changing concentration, pressure or temperature on position of equilibrium, predicted and explained using le Chatelier’s principle • Practical examples with colour changes • Effect of adding a catalyst on rate of reaction and position of equilibrium • Position of equilibrium and yield • Choice of conditions in the chemical industry - factors considered including yield, rate , costs and safety • How far, how fast? • The Haber process as example of an industrial process • The equilibrium constant Kc • The equilibrium law • Writing expressions for Kc and calculating values. Links Next lesson: – Introduction to organic chemistry (free resource) Next bundle: Basic concepts of organic chemistry https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/basic-concepts-of-organic-chemistry-ocr-as-chemistry-12643964
Percentage yield and atom economy OCR AS Chemistry
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Percentage yield and atom economy OCR AS Chemistry

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This complete year 12 resource on percentage yield and atom economy includes an introduction to Green Chemistry, percentage yield, limiting reactant and atom economy and its importance for sustainability. It features a 53 slide interactive PowerPoint that illustrates the concepts in a lively, visual and systematic way and includes a starter, learning checks, clearly explained example calculations, and a true false quiz as plenary. A 13 page worksheet and answers to all exercises are provided. Ideal for the classroom or blended learning, this resource could be used to present the topic, or for revision, extension or consolidation. This lesson is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 2 – Foundations in chemistry Part 1 – Atoms and reactions 2.1.3 – Amount of substance Content covered: • Introduction to Green Chemistry • Reasons why reactions do not have 100% yield • % yield and how to calculate it • Calculations of % yield involving limiting reactant • Atom economy and its importance in the sustainability of a chemical process • Calculating atom economy • Example calculations – clearly illustrated in a highly visual way • Differences between atom economy and % yield • Comparing chemical processes in terms of sustainability (using production of ethanol as an example) Duration: 1-2 lessons Please review! Links Previous topic: Topic 9 – Moles and reactions https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/moles-and-reactions-ocr-as-chemistry-12404411 Next topic: Topic 11 – Acids and bases https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/acids-and-bases-ocr-as-chemistry-12747201 Bundle covering whole of 2.1.3 – Amount of substance https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/moles-masses-concentrations-gas-volumes-and-reactions-12404451
Introduction to alkanes OCR AS Chemistry
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Introduction to alkanes OCR AS Chemistry

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This complete year 12 lesson on introduction to alkanes covers part of OCR sections 4.1.2 (Alkanes). Content covered includes uses of alkanes as fuels, bonding and shapes of alkanes and their physical properties. The resource features a 27 slide animated PowerPoint along with a 6 page workbook. There is a starter activity and a short quiz as a plenary. Exam tips and answers to the exercise are provided. Ideal for the classroom or blended learning, this resource could be used as an introduction to the topic, or for revision, extension or consolidation. This lesson is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following part of the specification: Module 4 – Core organic chemistry Part 1 – Basic concepts and hydrocarbons 4.1.2 − Alkanes Content covered: Sources and uses of alkanes Definitions of fossil fuels and crude oil Uses of alkanes as fuels Bonding in alkanes Formation and rotation of sigma bonds Shapes of alkanes Intermolecular forces in alkanes in terms of non-polar molecules Melting and boiling points of alkanes in terms of London forces Effect of chain length and branching on London forces Duration: 1 lesson If you find this free resource useful, please leave a review! Links Previous lesson: topic 44 – Organic reagents and types of reaction https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/organic-reagents-and-types-of-reaction-ocr-as-chemistry-12643937 Next lesson: topic 46 – Reactions of alkanes https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/reactions-of-alkanes-ocr-as-chemistry-12987021 Lesson on naming hydrocarbons: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/naming-hydrocarbons-with-quiz-as-12243823 Lesson on isomerism, including further information on shapes of alkanes and alkenes: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/isomerism-ocr-as-chemistry-12634065
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Identifying compounds from infrared and mass spectra (A level)

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A set of five problems to practise identifying organic compounds from % composition, infrared (IR) spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. Suitable for AS or A2 level, this type of exercise is good preparation for exam questions on identifying organic compounds using combined spectroscopic techniques. It could also be used for revision or consolidation of IR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry, as well as for assessment for learning. Full answers to all the problems are provided. This resource was developed primarily for the OCR A level Chemistry specification but is useful for all specifications. It relates to the following sections : AS: Module 4 – Core organic chemistry Part 2 – Alcohols, haloalkanes and analysis 4.2.4 Analytical techniques A2: Module 6 – Organic chemistry and analysis Part 3 – Analysis 6.3.2 Spectroscopy (Combined techniques) Please review! Content covered • Calculating empirical formula from % composition • Calculating molecular formula from empirical formula and molar mass, using the molecular ion peak on the mass spectrum • Using the infrared (IR) spectrum to identify bond stretches and hence functional group(s) present • Drawing structural formulae consistent with the molecular formula and IR data • Using mass spectrum to distinguish between the suggested structural formulae • Identifying fragments in the mass spectrum Duration: 1 part lesson and/or independent study Links Please see also: infrared (IR) spectroscopy - A level https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/infrared-ir-spectroscopy-a-level-home-learning-self-study-12315096 mass-spectrometry - A level https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mass-spectrometry-a-level-home-learning-self-study-12287938 mass spectrometry summary AS home learning https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mass-spectrometry-summary-as-home-learning-coronavirus-12287495
Qualitative analysis OCR AS Chemistry
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Qualitative analysis OCR AS Chemistry

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This complete year 12 lesson covers the qualitative analysis of ions including carbonate ions, sulfate ions, halide ions and ammonium ions. It explains the use of precipitation reactions and acid-base reactions to identify cations and anions. The resource features a 27 slide animated PowerPoint that illustrates and explains the concepts in a lively and visual way and includes images of the observations in the key reactions. . A starter and a plenary activity are also included. A 7 page worksheet and answers to all exercises are provided. This resource is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 3 – Periodic table and energy Part 1 – The periodic table 3.1.4 – Qualitative analysis Content covered: • Precipitation and acid-base reactions • Tests for carbon dioxide and ammonia • Tests for anions including carbonate, sulfate, chloride, bromide and iodide ions • Sequence of tests for anions, with reasons • Analysing mixtures of anions • Tests for cations – ammonium ion Duration: 1 lesson Please review! Links Previous topic: Topic 24 – The halogens https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/the-halogens-ocr-as-chemistry-13125529 Next topic: Topic 25 – Enthalpy changes https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/enthalpy-changes-ocr-as-chemistry-12509439 Related topic: Topic 23 – Group 2 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/group-2-ocr-as-chemistry-13074756
Enthalpy changes OCR AS Chemistry
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Enthalpy changes OCR AS Chemistry

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This complete year 12 lesson on enthalpy changes covers part of OCR section 3.2.1 (Enthalpy changes). It includes the energetics topics: exothermic and endothermic reactions, enthalpy profile diagrams and definitions of enthalpy changes with their equations. It features a 43 slide interactive PowerPoint that illustrates the concepts in a lively, visual and systematic way and includes a starter, learning checks, clearly explained examples and a plenary quiz. A 13 page worksheet and answers to the exercise are provided. This resource is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 3 – Periodic table and energy Part 2 – Physical chemistry 3.2.1 – Enthalpy changes Content covered: • What is enthalpy • Law of conservation of energy • Enthalpy change • Enthalpy profile diagrams • System and surroundings • Exothermic and endothermic reactions and examples • Activation energy • Standard enthalpy changes • Standard conditions • Definitions of enthalpy changes and their equations • Simple calculations involving enthalpy changes Duration: 1 lesson Please review! Links Previous topic: Topic 24 – Qualitative analysis https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/qualitative-analysis-ocr-as-chemistry-13128777 Next topic: Topic 26 – Experimental determination of enthalpy changes https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/experimental-determination-of-enthalpy-changes-ocr-as-chemistry-12517135 Free resource - standard form, decimal places and significant figures https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12405507
Amount of substance and the mole OCR AS Chemistry
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This complete lesson on amount of substance and the mole is ideal for classroom and home learning. It features a 49 slide interactive PowerPoint including starter, group activities, quizzes, questions and plenary along with a 13 page worksheet and a lesson plan. Answers to all exercises are provided. This lesson is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 2 – Foundations in chemistry Part 1 – Atoms and reactions 2.1.3 Amount of substance Please review! Content covered: • Relative masses and the mole • Avogadro constant • Calculating number of atoms • Amount of substance • Molar mass • Calculating amount of substance from total mass and vice versa • Mole triangle Duration: 1-2 lessons Links Previous lesson: Topic 4 – Formulae and equations https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/formulae-and-equations-ocr-as-chemistry-12186723 Next lesson: Topic 6 – Determining formulae https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/determining-formulae-ocr-as-chemistry-12347977 Free resource - standard form, decimal places and significant figures https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/standard-form-decimal-places-and-significant-figures-a-level-chemistry-12405507
The Changing Atom OCR AS Chemistry
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Serving as an introduction to atomic structure, this lesson on the Changing Atom includes all the materials needed for a group activity on the contributions of key scientists to the development of the theory of atomic structure. It features an interactive PowerPoint including starter, group activity, questions and plenary along with a worksheet and a lesson plan. This is the first lesson in a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 2 – Foundations in chemistry Part 1 – Atoms and reactions 2.1.1 Atomic structure and isotopes Please review! Content covered How Science Works - HSW7 - The changing accepted models of atomic structure over time. The contributions of five scientists to the development of the theory of atomic structure. Duration : One part lesson (setting up) and one whole lesson (group activity and plenary). The rest of the part lesson can be spent starting atomic structure (see atomic structure lesson) Links Next lesson – Topic 1: Atomic structure https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/atomic-structure-ocr-as-chemistry-12182593 Bundle covering the whole of the OCR A level chemistry specification sections 2.1.1 and 2.1.2. (topics 1-4) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/atomic-masses-formulae-and-equations-ocr-as-chemistry-12348685
Atomic Structure OCR AS Chemistry
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Atomic Structure OCR AS Chemistry

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This complete lesson on atomic structure and isotopes in terms of protons, neutrons and electrons is ideal for classroom or home learning. It features a 29 slide interactive PowerPoint including starter, group activities, questions and plenary along with an 8 page worksheet and a lesson plan. An exam style question is also included. Answers to all exercises are provided. A fully interactive PowerPoint multiple choice quiz is provided as a plenary activity, along with the A, B, C, D cards needed in the classroom. This lesson is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 2 – Foundations in chemistry Part 1 – Atoms and reactions 2.1.1 Atomic structure and isotopes Please review! Content covered • Protons, neutrons and electrons – mass and relative charge • Atomic number and mass number • Isotopes • Key definitions Duration: one lesson Links Previous lesson: Topic 1: The changing atom https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/the-changing-atom-ocr-as-chemistry-12182003 Next lesson: Topic 3: Atomic masses https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/atomic-masses-ocr-as-chemistry-12183618 Bundle covering the whole of the OCR A level chemistry specification sections 2.1.1 and 2.1.2. (topics 1-4) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/atomic-masses-formulae-and-equations-ocr-as-chemistry-12348685
Periodic table past and present OCR AS Chemistry
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Now corrected with jigsaw discussion question sheets included. This complete year 12 lesson on the periodic table includes the history of the periodic table, the features of the modern periodic table and periodicity. The resource features a 20 slide animated PowerPoint that illustrates the concepts in a lively and visual way and includes a starter, a jigsaw discussion activity on the periodic table with a quiz, and a true-false quiz that could be used as a plenary or a recap at the start of the next lesson. A 4 page worksheet and answers to all exercises, quizzes and discussion questions are provided. This resource is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 3 – Periodic table and energy Part 1 – The periodic table 3.1.1 Periodicity Content covered: • The history of the periodic table, including Newlands’ and Mendeleev’s contributions • The structure of the modern periodic table – periods, groups and blocks • Relationship between electron configuration and the periodic table • Periodicity – the variation in properties when plotted against atomic number • Periodicity and metallic character • Metal and non-metals Duration: 1-2 lessons Please review! Links Previous topic: Topic 20 – Structure and bonding OCR AS Chemistry https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/structure-and-bonding-ocr-as-chemistry-12933603 Next topic: Topic 22 Periodicity of ionisation energies and melting points https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/periodicity-of-ionisation-energies-and-melting-points-ocr-as-chemistry-12974680 Related topic: Topic 14 Electronic configurations – shells, sub-shells and orbitals https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/electron-configuration-shells-sub-shells-and-orbitals-ocr-as-chemistry-12207312
Measuring rate of reaction OCR AS Chemistry
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This complete year 12 lesson on measuring rate of reaction covers part of OCR section 3.2.2 (reaction rates) and includes experimental methods to measure reaction rates and using graphs to process the results. It features a 27 slide animated PowerPoint that illustrates the concepts in a lively, visual and systematic way and includes a starter, learning checks, clearly explained examples, including graphs and gradient calculations, and a plenary activity. A 9 page worksheet and answers to the exercises are provided. This resource is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 3 – Periodic table and energy Part 2 – Physical chemistry 3.2.2 – Reaction rates Content covered: • Gradients • Definition , calculation and units of rate of reaction • Measuring rate of reaction experimentally using volume of gas, loss of mass or change in concentration • Determining rate from a graph of concentration (or gas volume or mass loss) against time using tangents • Smooth curve versus dot-to-dot Duration: 1-2 lessons Please review! Links Previous topic: Topic 28 – Hess’ Law OCR AS chemistry https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/hess-law-ocr-as-chemistry-12608484 Next topic: Topic 30 – Collision theory and factors affecting rate of reaction https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/collision-theory-and-factors-affecting-rate-of-reaction-ocr-as-chemistry-13191969
Introduction to chemical equilibrium OCR AS Chemistry
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This complete year 12 lesson on chemical equilibrium covers part of OCR section 3.2.3 (chemical equilibrium). It includes the definition of dynamic equilibrium and how it results in a closed system for a reversible reaction. The ideas of position of equilibrium and yield are also introduced using graphs, images and animations. It features a 19 slide animated PowerPoint that illustrates the concepts in a lively, visual and systematic way and includes a starter, learning checks, clearly explained examples, including animated graphs and images, and a true-false quiz as plenary activity. A 7 page worksheet and answers to the exercises are provided. This resource is part of a series covering the OCR AS Chemistry specification and relates to the following sections: Module 3 – Periodic table and energy Part 2 – Physical chemistry 3.2.3 – Chemical equilibrium Content covered: • Static vs dynamic equilibrium • Irreversible and reversible reactions • Meaning of closed system • Examples of dynamic equilibrium and how it is reached • Definition of dynamic equilibrium • How rates vary with time (graph of rate against time) • How concentrations vary with time (graphs of concentration against time) • Position of equilibrium – illustrated by concentration-time graphs • Yield of reaction Duration: 1 lesson Please review! Links Previous topic: Topic 30 – Collision theory and factors affecting rate of reaction https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/collision-theory-and-factors-affecting-rate-of-reaction-ocr-as-chemistry-13191969 Next topic: Topic 32 – Chemical equilibrium: Le Chatelier’s principle and equilibrium constant (in preparation)