Welcome back to school!!

Hello dearest J2s! Welcome back to school! I hope many of you had enjoyed your well deserved break before coming back to school. How did you all spend you hols? I hope it was fun and fufilling cos it's going to be real hectic soon!

Let us just do a quick overview of how the term will be like and what will be covered...

Term 1
alkanes
alkenes
halogen derivatives
hydroxy compounds
carbonyl compounds
carboxylic acids and derivatives

As you see, there will be loads of organic OVERLOAD this term, so it's advisable that you guys read up constantly and stay connected with Organic as you will need it in the subsequent topic and soon you will realise that somehow or the other, they all seem to be able to link up to each other.

Hence, do MAKE YOUR OWN NOTES, and memorise the reaction mechanisms and conditions well for each topic before it gets too muddled up.

That's all from us now, Happy Chinese New Year in advance!

Happy Holidays

Meet the parent was held on the 25th October 2008. Many parents came to ask about how all of you have done in class and how you have fared in general. We do hope that the feedback, either positive or negative will help you in your future endeavours.

For those who have done well, good job done, and keep it up! =) Meanwhile you may wish to start reading up on your J2 topics??

For those who have not done well, do use this holidays to reflect on your weakness, and try to come up with a study plan and stick to it well...
There will be revision worksheets made online, so do check it out time to time for your daily dosage of Cheemistry, erm, I mean, Chemistry.

Happy Hols!

H2 Chemistry Promotion Examination 2008

Dear JC1 students,

All the topics you have learnt so far will be examined in the H2 Chemistry Promotion Examination. You should not skip any particular topic during your revision.

The structure of the paper is as follows:
Section A (MCQ)
Section B (Structured Questions)
Section C (Free Response Questions)

The total mark for the paper is 100. The duration is 2.5 h. On average, you are advised to spend 1.5 min for each mark allocated to a question (e.g. you should answer a 4-mark question in about 6 min).

This is an important examination, but your health is even more important. Do give yourself ample time to rest and relax. Avoid burning midnight oil and sleeping late.

If you wish to arrange for consultation during the three-day study break, please inform your tutor early and check if he/she is available.

All the best!

JC1 H2 Chemistry SPA Skill BC

Date: 16 Apr (Wed) – 22 April (Tue)

Topic: Stoichiometry

Venue: Chem Lab1 – Chem Lab 3

What to bring:
· Calculator (Graphic calculator’s memory must be cleared if it is to be used)
· Backup batteries for calculator
· Identification (EZ card, Student Pass)
· Stationery
· Stapler

Please report punctually and do not bring any authorized materials (e.g. notes) into the examination venue. Writing paper will be provided.

Absence must be supported with valid reasons and document (e.g. medical certificate). Parent’s letter is NOT acceptable.

**Please inform your chemistry tutor in advance if you know you will be absent so that a make-up session can be arranged for you.

JC1 Chemistry unit

SPA Skill BC: Stoichiometry

Dear all, all the best for SPA next week.

Please note that all students who miss MOCK SPA should make up the lesson this wednesday (Wed, Thu, Fri classes) or next wednesday (Mon & Tues classes).

We will start at 12.30pm if there is no assembly, and 2pm if there is assembly.

In the meantime,
1. Revise your SPA notes
2. Re-do your Practical worksheets
3. Read the titration checklist CAREFULLY
4. Watch these videos!
Preparing to make a Standard solution


Titration

Lecture Test 1 and JC2 SPA

Dear students, please be informed that Lecture Test 1 is postponed to 28th Feb (Thurs).
Topic tested: Atoms, Molecules and Stoichiometry
Venue: LT1
Materials required: Calculator, writing paper and stationery

Also please be reminded that the corridor outside Chem lab 4 is out of bound to students for the whole next week (week 8) due to JC2 SPA. Kindly use the staircase next to the Tennis Court in order to get to Chem lab 1 to 3 for your practical lessons.

Errata in Suggested Solution to Experiment 2

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