introduction to chemistry description and behavior of objects on a microscopic scale
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Introduction to chemistry
Description and behavior of objects on a microscopic scale
Do Now
• Answer the following question on a loose piece of paper.
Write down at least 3 connections between chemistry and the advancement of society. Explain the connections.
Chemistry is…
• The study of the building blocks of all matter• The properties of matter• How matter interacts and changes with other
matter
Fundamental ideas for chemistry
• What are the basic components used in creation of anything
• How do differences in material’s properties relate its composition
• How does interaction between materials play a role in the construction, operation or destruction of anything
Generally work on a much smaller scale than physics or Earth Science
Microscopic-vs-Macroscopic
Jobs and Chemistry
• Forensic Scientist• Doctor• Pharmacist• Art Restorer• Food Scientist• Fitness expert• Psychologist• Materials Engineer
Knowing Chemistry will help you understand the Physics and Earth
Science sections that follow
All are related
What is alchemy?
Why is the lab manual titled such?
Alchemy is…
• The precursor to modern Chemistry
• Before scientific inquiry became the normal experimentation method
• Combination of experimentation, mysticism and theater
Desired results of Alchemical exercises..
Most common experiments (goals): – change one type of material (typically lead) into
another more valuable material (like gold)– Find the cure-all for any ailment– Find the secret to eternal life
When and where was alchemy practiced?
• From ancient times up until the 19th century
• From China and India through Europe
• Elixir, Love Potions, Philosopher stone, Miracle cures, Magical spells
Newton and alchemy
• Newton was one of the most revered scientist from the 17th century. He was fundamental in determining most of the major physical concepts used to describe the world we live in today
• He was also an alchemist
• The section of the movie you will see provides an brief look into the life of Newton
The movie section on Alchemy
Answer the following questions based on movie
Alchemy1. What is alchemy?
2. What is the philosopher's stone? What were it’s possible uses?
3. How did most alchemists make money?
4. What was the penalty for being a defrocked alchemist?
5. Where did Newton get his recipes?
Why were so many people fooled by the Alchemist back in
the middle ages?
Can you tell real gold from fake gold?
Why is it harder to fool people today?
CAN YOU TELL IF A PENNY IS MADE OUT OF SILVER OR GOLD?