THE MOLE

Relative Mass - Introduction and Experimental Investigation
Avogadro's Constant and the Mole Concept
Interconversion of Mass and Moles for Elements
Molecules and Moles - Diatomic Elements

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define relative mass using practical examples
Compare masses of different objects using a reference standard
Explain the concept of relative atomic mass
Identify carbon-12 as the reference standard
Apply the formula: moles = mass/molar mass
Calculate mass from given moles of elements
Convert between moles and number of atoms
Solve numerical problems involving moles and mass

In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment: Weighing different sized nails using beam balance. Use smallest nail as reference standard. Q/A: Discuss everyday examples of relative measurements. Teacher exposition: Introduction of carbon-12 scale and IUPAC recommendations. Calculate relative masses from experimental data.
Worked examples: Mass-mole conversions using triangle method. Supervised practice: Calculate moles in given masses of common elements. Problem solving: Convert moles to atoms using Avogadro's number. Assignment: Practice problems on interconversion.

Different sized nails ( 5-15cm), Beam balance, Fruits of different masses, Reference charts
Beam balance, Various sized nails, Scientific calculators, Avogadro's constant charts
Scientific calculators, Periodic table, Worked example charts, Formula triangles
Molecular models, Charts showing diatomic elements, Scientific calculators

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 25-27
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 30-32

THE MOLE

Empirical Formula - Experimental Determination
Empirical Formula - Reduction Method

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define empirical formula
Determine empirical formula from experimental data
Calculate mole ratios from mass data
Express results as simplest whole number ratios

In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment: Burning magnesium in air to form magnesium oxide. Measure masses before and after reaction. Calculate moles of Mg and O from mass data. Determine mole ratio and empirical formula. Safety precautions during heating.

Crucible and lid, Magnesium ribbon, Bunsen burner, Beam balance, Tongs, Safety equipment
Combustion tube, Porcelain boat, Copper(II) oxide, Laboratory gas, Beam balance, Bunsen burner

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 32-35

THE MOLE

Empirical Formula - Percentage Composition Method
Molecular Formula - Determination from Empirical Formula

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Calculate empirical formula from percentage composition
Convert percentages to moles
Determine simplest whole number ratios
Apply method to various compounds

In groups, learners are guided to:
Worked examples: Calculate empirical formula from percentage data. Method: percentage → mass → moles → ratio. Practice problems: Various compounds with different compositions. Discussion: When to multiply ratios to get whole numbers.

Scientific calculators, Percentage composition charts, Worked example displays
Scientific calculators, Molecular mass charts, Worked example displays

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 37-38

THE MOLE

Molecular Formula - Combustion Analysis
Concentration and Molarity of Solutions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Determine molecular formula from combustion data
Calculate moles of products in combustion
Relate product moles to reactant composition
Apply combustion analysis to hydrocarbons

In groups, learners are guided to:
Worked examples: Hydrocarbon combustion producing CO₂ and H₂O. Calculate moles of C and H from product masses. Determine empirical formula, then molecular formula. Practice: Various combustion analysis problems.

Scientific calculators, Combustion analysis charts, Molecular models of hydrocarbons
Scientific calculators, Molarity charts, Various salt samples for demonstration

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 40-41

THE MOLE

Preparation of Molar Solutions
Dilution of Solutions
Stoichiometry - Experimental Determination of Equations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe procedure for preparing molar solutions
Use volumetric flasks correctly
Calculate masses needed for specific molarities
Prepare standard solutions accurately
Define dilution process
Apply dilution formula M₁V₁ = M₂V₂
Calculate concentrations after dilution
Prepare dilute solutions from concentrated ones

In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment: Prepare 1M, 0.5M, and 0.25M NaOH solutions in different volumes. Use volumetric flasks of 1000cm³, 500cm³, and 250cm³. Calculate required masses. Demonstrate proper dissolution and dilution techniques.
Experiment: Dilute 25cm³ of 2M HCl to different final volumes (250cm³ and 500cm³). Calculate resulting concentrations. Worked examples using dilution formula. Safety precautions when diluting acids.

Volumetric flasks (250, 500, 1000cm³), Sodium hydroxide pellets, Beam balance, Wash bottles, Beakers
Volumetric flasks, Hydrochloric acid (2M), Measuring cylinders, Pipettes, Safety equipment
Iron filings, Copper(II) sulphate solution, Beam balance, Beakers, Filter equipment

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 43-46
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 46-50

THE MOLE

Stoichiometry - Precipitation Reactions
Stoichiometry - Gas Evolution Reactions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate stoichiometry of precipitation reactions
Determine mole ratios from volume measurements
Write ionic equations for precipitation
Analyze limiting and excess reagents

In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment: Pb(NO₃)₂ + KI precipitation reaction. Use different volumes to determine stoichiometry. Measure precipitate heights. Plot graphs to find reaction ratios. Identify limiting reagents.

Test tubes, Lead(II) nitrate solution, Potassium iodide solution, Burettes, Ethanol, Rulers
Conical flask, Thistle funnel, Plastic bags, Rubber bands, Sodium carbonate, HCl solution

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 53-56

THE MOLE

Volumetric Analysis - Introduction and Apparatus
Titration - Acid-Base Neutralization

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define volumetric analysis and titration
Identify and use titration apparatus correctly
Explain functions of pipettes and burettes
Demonstrate proper reading techniques

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical session: Familiarization with pipettes and burettes. Practice filling and reading burettes accurately. Learn proper meniscus reading. Use pipette fillers safely. Rinse apparatus with appropriate solutions.

Pipettes (10, 20, 25cm³), Burettes (50cm³), Pipette fillers, Conical flasks, Various solutions
Burettes, Pipettes, 0.1M NaOH, 0.1M HCl, Phenolphthalein indicator, Conical flasks

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 58-59

THE MOLE

Titration - Diprotic Acids
Standardization of Solutions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate titrations involving diprotic acids
Determine basicity of acids from titration data
Compare volumes needed for mono- and diprotic acids
Write equations for diprotic acid reactions

In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment: Titrate 25cm³ of 0.1M NaOH with 0.1M H₂SO₄. Compare volume used with previous HCl titration. Calculate mole ratios. Explain concept of basicity. Introduce dibasic and tribasic acids.

Burettes, Pipettes, 0.1M H₂SO₄, 0.1M NaOH, Phenolphthalein, Basicity reference chart
Anhydrous Na₂CO₃, Approximately 0.1M HCl, Methyl orange, Volumetric flasks, Analytical balance

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 62-65

THE MOLE

Back Titration Method
Redox Titrations - Principles
Redox Titrations - KMnO₄ Standardization

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Understand principle of back titration
Apply back titration to determine composition
Calculate concentrations using back titration data
Determine atomic masses from back titration
Standardize KMnO₄ solution using iron(II) salt
Calculate molarity from redox titration data
Apply 1:5 mole ratio in calculations
Prepare solutions for redox titrations

In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment: Determine atomic mass of divalent metal in MCO₃. Add excess HCl to carbonate, then titrate excess with NaOH. Calculate moles of acid that reacted with carbonate. Determine metal's atomic mass.
Experiment: Standardize KMnO₄ using FeSO₄(NH₄)₂SO₄·6H₂O. Dissolve iron salt in boiled, cooled water. Titrate with KMnO₄ until persistent pink color. Calculate molarity using 5:1 mole ratio.

Metal carbonate sample, 0.5M HCl, 0M NaOH, Phenolphthalein, Conical flasks
Potassium manganate(VII), Potassium dichromate(VI), Iron(II) solutions, Color change charts
Iron(II) ammonium sulfate, KMnO₄ solution, Dilute H₂SO₄, Pipettes, Burettes

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 67-70
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 70-72

THE MOLE

Water of Crystallization Determination
Atomicity and Molar Gas Volume

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Determine water of crystallization in hydrated salts
Use redox titration to find formula of hydrated salt
Calculate value of 'n' in crystallization formulas
Apply analytical data to determine complete formulas

In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment: Determine 'n' in FeSO₄(NH₄)₂SO₄·nH₂O. Dissolve known mass in acid, titrate with standardized KMnO₄. Calculate moles of iron(II), hence complete formula. Compare theoretical and experimental values.

Hydrated iron(II) salt, Standardized KMnO₄, Dilute H₂SO₄, Analytical balance
Gas syringes (50cm³), Various gases, Analytical balance, Gas supply apparatus

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 72-73

THE MOLE
SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Combining Volumes of Gases - Experimental Investigation
Gas Laws and Chemical Equations
Extraction of Sulphur

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate Gay-Lussac's law experimentally
Measure combining volumes of reacting gases
Determine simple whole number ratios
Write equations from volume relationships

In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment: React NH₃ and HCl gases in measured volumes. Observe formation of NH₄Cl solid. Measure residual gas volumes. Determine combining ratios. Apply to other gas reactions.

Gas syringes, Dry NH₃ generator, Dry HCl generator, Glass connecting tubes, Clips
Scientific calculators, Gas law charts, Volume ratio examples
Charts showing periodic table, Diagram of Frasch process, Samples of sulphur compounds (pyrites, gypsum)

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 75-77

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Allotropes of Sulphur
Physical Properties of Sulphur - Solubility
Physical Properties of Sulphur - Effect of Heat

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define allotropy and allotropes. Prepare rhombic sulphur in the laboratory. Prepare monoclinic sulphur in the laboratory. Compare the properties of rhombic and monoclinic sulphur.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 1(a) - Preparation of rhombic sulphur using carbon(IV) sulphide. Practical work: Experiment 1(b) - Preparation of monoclinic sulphur by heating and cooling. Observation: Using hand lens to examine crystal shapes. Discussion: Compare crystal structures and transition temperature.

Powdered sulphur, Carbon(IV) sulphide, Evaporating dish, Glass rod, Hand lens, Boiling tubes, Filter paper, Beakers
Powdered sulphur, Water, Benzene, Methylbenzene, Carbon(IV) sulphide, Test tubes, Charts showing molecular structure
Powdered sulphur, Test tubes, Bunsen burner, Cold surface for condensation, Thermometer, Safety equipment

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 161-163

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Chemical Properties of Sulphur - Reactions with Elements
Chemical Properties of Sulphur - Reactions with Acids
Uses of Sulphur and Introduction to Oxides
Preparation of Sulphur(IV) Oxide
Physical and Chemical Properties of Sulphur(IV) Oxide
Bleaching Action of Sulphur(IV) Oxide

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate the reaction of sulphur with oxygen. Investigate the reaction of sulphur with metals. Write balanced equations for reactions of sulphur. Explain the formation of sulphides.
Investigate the physical properties of SO2 gas. Test the solubility and acidity of SO Write equations for formation of sulphurous acid. Identify the acidic nature of SO

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 3(a) - Burning sulphur in oxygen using deflagrating spoon. Testing with moist litmus paper. Practical work: Heating mixtures of sulphur with iron powder and copper powder. Observation: Exothermic reactions and color changes. Writing equations: Fe + S → FeS, 2Cu + S → Cu2S.
Practical work: Experiment 5 - Testing color, smell, solubility in water. Testing with dry and moist litmus papers. Universal indicator tests with water and NaOH. Formation of normal and acid salts. Recording observations in Table Safety: Proper ventilation due to toxic nature.

Sulphur, Iron powder, Copper powder, Oxygen gas jar, Deflagrating spoon, Moist litmus papers, Test tubes, Bunsen burner
Sulphur powder, Concentrated HNO3, Concentrated H2SO4, Concentrated HCl, Barium chloride solution, Test tubes, Fume cupboard access
Charts showing uses of sulphur, Samples of vulcanized rubber, Fungicides, Industrial photographs, Textbook diagrams
Sodium sulphite, Dilute HCl, Round-bottomed flask, Delivery tubes, Gas jars, Concentrated H2SO4 for drying, Acidified potassium chromate(VI) paper
SO2 gas from previous preparation, Litmus papers, Universal indicator, 0.1M NaOH solution, Water, Test tubes, Safety equipment
Colored flower petals (red/blue), SO2 gas jars, Hand lens for observation, Charts comparing bleaching agents

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 165-167
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 171-173

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Reducing Action of Sulphur(IV) Oxide
Oxidising Action of Sulphur(IV) Oxide

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate SO2 as a reducing agent. Test reactions with various oxidizing agents. Write ionic equations for redox reactions. Identify color changes in redox reactions.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 7 - Testing SO2 with acidified potassium dichromate(VI), potassium manganate(VII), bromine water, iron(III) chloride. Recording observations in Table 6. Color changes: Orange to green, purple to colorless, brown to colorless, yellow to pale green. Writing half-equations and overall equations.

SO2 gas, Acidified K2Cr2O7, Acidified KMnO4, Bromine water, Iron(III) chloride solution, Concentrated HNO3, Test tubes
SO2 gas jars, Magnesium ribbon, Deflagrating spoon, Hydrogen sulphide gas, Water droppers, Safety equipment

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 173-176

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Test for Sulphate and Sulphite Ions & Uses of SO2
Large-scale Manufacture of Sulphuric(VI) Acid - Contact Process

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Carry out confirmatory tests for sulphate and sulphite ions. Distinguish between sulphate and sulphite using chemical tests. List the uses of sulphur(IV) oxide. Explain the applications in industry.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 9 - Testing sodium sulphate and sodium sulphite with barium chloride. Adding dilute HCl to precipitates. Recording observations in Table 8. Discussion: BaSO4 insoluble in acid, BaSO3 dissolves. Uses: Raw material for H2SO4, bleaching wood pulp, fumigant, preservative.

Sodium sulphate solution, Sodium sulphite solution, Barium chloride solution, Dilute HCl, Test tubes, Charts showing industrial uses
Flow chart diagrams, Charts showing industrial plant, Samples of catalyst (V2O5), Photographs of Thika chemical plant, Calculator for percentage calculations

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 178-179

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Properties of Concentrated Sulphuric(VI) Acid - Dehydrating Properties
Properties of Concentrated Sulphuric(VI) Acid - Oxidizing Properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate the dehydrating properties of concentrated H2SO Demonstrate removal of water from hydrated salts. Show dehydration of organic compounds. Explain the hygroscopic nature of the acid.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 10 - Adding concentrated H2SO4 to copper(II) sulphate crystals, sucrose crystals, ethanol. Observations: Blue to white crystals, charring of sugar, formation of ethene. Safety: Proper dilution technique - acid to water. Testing evolved gases. Discussion: Chemical vs physical dehydration.

Concentrated H2SO4, Copper(II) sulphate crystals, Sucrose, Ethanol, KMnO4 solution, Test tubes, Beakers, Safety equipment, Fume cupboard
Copper foil, Zinc granules, Charcoal powder, Concentrated H2SO4, Acidified K2Cr2O7 paper, Lime water, Test tubes, Bunsen burner

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 181-183

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Properties of Concentrated Sulphuric(VI) Acid - Displacement Reactions
Reactions of Dilute Sulphuric(VI) Acid - With Metals
Reactions of Dilute Sulphuric(VI) Acid - With Carbonates

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate acid displacement reactions. Demonstrate formation of volatile acids. Test the evolved gases for identification. Write equations for displacement reactions.
Investigate reactions of dilute H2SO4 with metals. Compare reactivity of different metals. Test for hydrogen gas evolution. Relate reactions to reactivity series.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 10 (continued) - Reactions with potassium nitrate and sodium chloride. Testing evolved gases with moist blue litmus, concentrated ammonia. Observations: Brown fumes (NO2), white fumes (HCl). Discussion: Less volatile acid displacing more volatile acids. Industrial applications.
Practical work: Experiment 11 - Reactions with magnesium, zinc, copper. Testing evolved gas with burning splint. Recording observations in Table 10. Discussion: More reactive metals above hydrogen displace it. Vigour of reaction decreases down reactivity series. Writing ionic equations.

Potassium nitrate crystals, Sodium chloride crystals, Concentrated H2SO4, Moist blue litmus paper, Concentrated ammonia, Test tubes, Bunsen burner
Magnesium ribbon, Zinc granules, Copper turnings, Dilute H2SO4, Test tubes, Burning splints, Reactivity series chart
Sodium carbonate, Zinc carbonate, Calcium carbonate, Copper(II) carbonate, Dilute H2SO4, Lime water, Test tubes

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 184
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 184-185

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Reactions of Dilute Sulphuric(VI) Acid - With Oxides and Hydroxides
Hydrogen Sulphide - Preparation and Physical Properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate reactions of dilute H2SO4 with metal oxides and hydroxides. Identify neutralization reactions. Explain formation of insoluble sulphates. Write equations for acid-base reactions.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 13 - Reactions with magnesium oxide, zinc oxide, copper(II) oxide, lead(II) oxide, sodium hydroxide. Recording observations in Table 1 Discussion: Salt and water formation, immediate stopping with lead(II) oxide due to insoluble PbSO Acid-base neutralization concept.

Metal oxides (MgO, ZnO, CuO, PbO), NaOH solution, 2M H2SO4, Test tubes, Bunsen burner for warming
Iron(II) sulphide, Dilute HCl, Apparatus for gas generation, Anhydrous CaCl2, Gas jars, Safety equipment, Fume cupboard

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 186-187

SULPHUR AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Chemical Properties of Hydrogen Sulphide
Pollution Effects and Summary

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate H2S as a reducing agent. Test reactions with oxidizing agents. Demonstrate precipitation of metal sulphides. Write ionic equations for redox reactions.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical demonstrations: H2S with bromine water, iron(III) chloride, acidified KMnO4, K2Cr2O7. Precipitation tests: H2S with copper(II) sulphate, lead(II) nitrate, zinc sulphate. Color changes: Brown to colorless, yellow to green, purple to colorless. Formation of black, yellow, and white precipitates.

H2S gas, Bromine water, Iron(III) chloride, KMnO4, K2Cr2O7, Metal salt solutions, Test tubes, Droppers
Charts showing pollution effects, Photographs of acid rain damage, Environmental data, Summary charts of reactions, Industrial pollution control diagrams

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 188-190

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Introduction and Preparation of Chlorine
Physical Properties of Chlorine
Chemical Properties of Chlorine - Reaction with Water
Chemical Properties of Chlorine - Reaction with Metals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define chlorine and state its position in the periodic table. Describe the occurrence of chlorine in nature. Describe laboratory preparation of chlorine gas. Write balanced equations for chlorine preparation.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Q/A: Review Group VII elements and electron configuration of chlorine ( 8.7). Discussion: Occurrence as sodium chloride in sea water and rock salt. Practical work: Experiment 6.1 - Preparation using MnO2 + concentrated HCl. Setup apparatus as in Figure 6. Safety precautions for handling chlorine gas.

Manganese(IV) oxide, Concentrated HCl, Gas collection apparatus, Water, Concentrated H2SO4, Blue litmus paper, Gas jars
Preserved chlorine gas, Water trough, Gas jars, Observation tables, Safety equipment
Chlorine gas, Distilled water, Blue and red litmus papers, Colored flower petals, Gas jars, Boiling tubes
Magnesium ribbon, Iron wire, Chlorine gas, Deflagrating spoon, Combustion tube, Anhydrous CaCl2, Gas jars

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 195-196

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Chemical Properties of Chlorine - Reaction with Non-metals
Oxidising Properties of Chlorine
Reaction of Chlorine with Alkali Solutions
Oxidising Properties - Displacement Reactions
Test for Chloride Ions
Uses of Chlorine and its Compounds

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate reactions of chlorine with non-metals. Demonstrate reaction with phosphorus and hydrogen. Write equations for non-metal chloride formation. Explain the vigorous nature of these reactions.
Carry out confirmatory tests for chloride ions. Distinguish between different chloride tests. Practice qualitative analysis techniques. Write equations for chloride ion tests.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 6.5 - Warming red phosphorus and lowering into chlorine. Demonstration: Burning hydrogen jet in chlorine. Observations: White fumes of phosphorus chlorides, hydrogen chloride formation. Writing equations: P4 + 6Cl2 → 4PCl3, H2 + Cl2 → 2HCl. Discussion: Formation of covalent chlorides.
Practical work: Experiment 6.9 - Testing sodium chloride with concentrated H2SO4, testing with lead(II) nitrate solution. Recording observations in Table 6. Tests: White fumes with H2SO4 + ammonia test, white precipitate with Pb(NO3)2 that dissolves on warming. Writing equations: NaCl + H2SO4 → NaHSO4 + HCl, Pb²⁺ + 2Cl⁻ → PbCl

Red phosphorus, Hydrogen gas, Chlorine gas, Deflagrating spoon, Gas jars, Bunsen burner, Safety equipment
Sodium sulphite solution, Barium nitrate, Lead nitrate, Hydrogen sulphide gas, Aqueous ammonia, Chlorine gas, Test tubes
Sodium hydroxide solutions (dilute cold, concentrated hot), Chlorine gas, Beakers, Bunsen burner, Thermometer
Potassium bromide solution, Potassium iodide solution, Chlorine gas, Test tubes, Observation charts
Sodium chloride, Concentrated H2SO4, Lead(II) nitrate solution, Aqueous ammonia, Glass rod, Test tubes, Bunsen burner
Charts showing industrial uses, Samples of bleaching agents, PVC materials, Photographs of water treatment plants, Industrial application diagrams

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 201
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 204-205

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Hydrogen Chloride - Laboratory Preparation
Chemical Properties of Hydrogen Chloride

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe laboratory preparation of hydrogen chloride gas. Set up apparatus for HCl preparation. Investigate physical properties of HCl gas. Explain the method of collection used.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Practical work: Experiment 6.10 - Preparation using rock salt (NaCl) + concentrated H2SO Setup apparatus as in Figure 6.3(b). Testing physical properties and recording in Table 6.6. Tests: Solubility (fountain experiment), reaction with ammonia, effect on litmus. Collection by downward delivery due to density. Writing equation: NaCl + H2SO4 → NaHSO4 + HCl.

Rock salt (NaCl), Concentrated H2SO4, Gas collection apparatus, Ammonia solution, Litmus papers, Water trough, Gas jars
Distilled water, Filter funnel, Metals (Zn, Fe, Mg, Cu), NaOH solution, Carbonates, Lead nitrate, Methylbenzene, Indicators

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 207-208

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Large-scale Manufacture of Hydrochloric Acid
Uses of Hydrochloric Acid

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe industrial production of hydrochloric acid. Identify raw materials and conditions used. Explain the controlled combustion process. Draw flow diagrams of the industrial process.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Study of Figure 6.4 - Large-scale manufacture setup. Discussion: Raw materials (H2 from electrolysis/cracking, Cl2 from electrolysis). Controlled combustion: H2 + Cl2 → 2HCl in jet burner. Dissolving HCl gas in water over glass beads. Safety: Explosive nature of H2/Cl2 mixture, use of excess chlorine. Industrial considerations: 35% concentration, transport in rubber-lined steel tanks.

Flow diagrams, Industrial photographs, Glass beads samples, Charts showing electrolysis processes, Safety equipment models
Samples of rusted and cleaned metals, Photographic materials, pH control charts, Industrial application videos, Water treatment diagrams

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 211-212

CHLORINE AND ITS COMPOUNDS

Environmental Pollution by Chlorine Compounds and Summary

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain environmental effects of chlorine compounds. Describe the impact of CFCs on ozone layer. Discuss pollution by chlorine-containing pesticides. Summarize key concepts of chlorine chemistry.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion: Environmental impacts - chlorine gas forming acid rain, CFCs (life span CCl3F = 75 years, CCl2F2 = 110 years) breaking down ozone layer. DDT as persistent pesticide, PVC as non-biodegradable plastic. NEMA role in environmental protection, Stockholm Convention on DDT. Control measures and alternatives. Revision: Key reactions, properties, uses, and environmental considerations. Summary of halogen chemistry concepts.

Environmental pollution charts, Ozone layer diagrams, DDT restriction documents, PVC waste samples, NEMA guidelines, Summary charts of reactions

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 213-215