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Introduction to Chemistry Lab

2683

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Sophia’s science lab courses are designed to be used with the accompanying lecture course, creating a robust investigation and journey into the natural sciences.

Introduction to Chemistry Lab course stats

2683
4338 students successfully completed
49 partners accept credit transfer.* See Partners
1.0 semester credits
Recommended for credit to the ACE® and DEAC college and university networks.
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Assignments & grading

This is a pass/fail course. Students must complete 15 Labster simulations with embedded formative quiz questions and 2 Touchstones (project-based or written assessments) with an overall score of 70% or better.

Learning outcomes

<p>At the end of the course, you'll be able to:</p> <ul><li>Understand chemical investigation, laboratory reporting, and the scientific method.</li><li>Demonstrate laboratory safety, measurements, and knowledge of the structure and properties of matter.</li><li>Explain and quantify the reactions and energy associated with matter.</li><li>Determine the foundation of chemistry as it relates to the intermolecular forces, organization, and behavior of matter.</li><li>Classify acids and bases, the major chemical cycles, pollutants, and common organic and biological molecules.</li></ul>

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Introduction to Chemistry Lab