Organic Chemistry · Semester 2

Alkanes

Students will study the structure, nomenclature, and reactions of alkanes.

Key Questions

  1. Construct the displayed formulae for simple alkanes.
  2. Explain the unreactive nature of alkanes.
  3. Predict the products of complete and incomplete combustion of alkanes.

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Organic Chemistry - S4
Level: Secondary 4
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Organic Chemistry
Period: Semester 2

Suggested Methodologies

Think-Pair-Share

Individual reflection, then partner discussion, then class share-out

10–20 min

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Stations Rotation

Rotate through different activity stations

35–55 min

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