Chemistry
Subject Overview
The subject aims to provide a relevant course for students who will complete their study of chemistry at this level while, at the same time, providing a foundation course for those who will continue to study chemistry or related subjects following completion of their Leaving Certificate. The syllabus consists of approximately 70% pure chemistry; the remaining 30% deals with the social and applied aspects of chemistry.
Content
Subject content is presented at Ordinary level and Higher level under the headings:
- Periodic Table and Atomic Structure
- Chemical Bonding
- Stoichiometry, Formulas and Equations
- Volumetric Analysis
- Fuels and Heats of Reaction
- Rates of Reaction
- Organic Chemistry
- Chemical Equilibrium
- Environmental Chemistry: Water
Option 1
1A: Additional Industrial Chemistry
1B: Atmospheric Chemistry
Option 2
2A: Materials
2B: Additional Electrochemistry and the Extraction of Metals
Mandatory experiments are listed at the end of each main syllabus section.
Assessment
Leaving Certificate Chemistry is assessed by means of a terminal examination paper at each level. Students are required to keep a record of their practical work over the two years of the course.
Documentation
Leaving Certificate Chemistry Syllabus (Ordinary level and Higher level)
Leaving Certificate Chemistry – Guidelines for Teachers
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