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Chemistry Form 4-Chapter 1

This document provides an introduction to chemistry. It defines chemistry as the study of the composition, structure, properties and interactions of matter. It then lists several careers that are related to the field of chemistry. The document also outlines the steps of the scientific method, which include making observations and inferences, identifying problems and hypotheses, controlling variables, collecting and interpreting data, and making conclusions. It stresses the importance of scientific attitudes and values in investigations.

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Chemistry Form 4-Chapter 1

This document provides an introduction to chemistry. It defines chemistry as the study of the composition, structure, properties and interactions of matter. It then lists several careers that are related to the field of chemistry. The document also outlines the steps of the scientific method, which include making observations and inferences, identifying problems and hypotheses, controlling variables, collecting and interpreting data, and making conclusions. It stresses the importance of scientific attitudes and values in investigations.

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Chapter 1: Introduction to Chemistry

A. Chemistry and Its Importance

Definition: Study of the composition, structure, properties and interactions of matter Chemistry related careers: Aqua culturist Bacteriologist Biochemist Chemical engineer Cosmetic scientist Doctor Environmental scientist Food technologist Forensic scientist Geologist Horticulturalist Nutritionist Laboratory technician Pathologist Pharmacist

B. Scientific Method

1.

Making observations:

Gathering information about a phenomenon using our 5 senses 2. Making an inference:

Making a smart guess about the phenomenon based on observation 3. Identifying the problem:

Asking question(s) based on the inference 4. Making hypothesis:

Making a general statement about the relationship of the manipulated variable & responding variable 5. Identifying variables:

Identifying the manipulated, responding and fixed variable of an experiment to test the hypothesis 6. Controlling variables:

Decide how to manipulate the chosen variable, what to measure & how to keep the fixed variable 7. Collecting data:

Making observations/measurements & recording data 8. Interpreting data:

Organising & analyzing data 9. Making conclusion:

Making statement about the outcome of the experiment & whether the hypothesis is accepted or rejected 10. Writing report

Writing down the details of the experiment & find a benefit to the findings

Scientific attitudes & noble values should be instilled in all investigations

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