Organic Chemistry · Semester 2

Introduction to Organic Chemistry

Students will define organic chemistry, understand homologous series, and represent organic compounds.

Key Questions

  1. Explain the unique properties of carbon that allow for the formation of diverse organic compounds.
  2. Differentiate between empirical, molecular, structural, and displayed formulae.
  3. Analyze the characteristics of a homologous series.

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

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

Suggested Methodologies

Concept Mapping

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15–30 min

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