1 Working scientifically and depth studies
2 Qualitative equilibrium
3 Calculating the equilibrium constant
4 Solution equilibria
5 Properties of acids and bases
6 Using Brønsted-Lowry Theory
7 Using quantitative analysis
8 Hydrocarbons
9 Functional group compounds
10 Hydrocarbon reactions
11 Alcohols
12 Reactions to organic acids and bases
13 Polymers
14 Analysis of inorganic substances
15 Analysis of organic substances
16 Chemical synthesis and design
Anna Davis is the science coordinator at Casimir Catholic College. She is a past president of both the Science Teachers’ Association of New South Wales and the Australian Science Teachers’ Association. She was awarded the 2006 Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools.
Deb Smith is an experienced science teacher and author. She is Head of Science at Centenary State High School and is currently working at the QSA developing the senior science syllabi.
Anne Disney is a Physics and Chemistry teacher at Knox Grammar School, with over 25 years’ experience in the New South Wales Independent and Northern Territory Public Education Systems. She was a member of the ACARA Physics Advisory Group during the development of the most recent National Curriculum and is an experienced author of Chemistry resources. Anne was an examination marker and moderator for both Physics and Chemistry whilst teaching in the NT and has held various educational leadership roles in the NT and NSW.
Review quizzes at the end of each chapter to test students' understanding
Learning across curriculum areas, as detailed in the syllabus, embedded within the content.
'Working Scientifically' processes developed within each investigation.
Includes both primary and secondary-sourced investigations, including modelling.
Contains a dedicated chapter on how to approach and carry out Depth Study at Year 12.