ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Redox Reactions and Oxidation Numbers

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define redox reactions in terms of electron transfer
- State rules for assigning oxidation numbers
- Calculate oxidation numbers in compounds
- Identify oxidation and reduction processes

Q/A: Review previous knowledge
- Experiment 4.1: Iron filings + copper(II) sulphate
- Experiment 4.2: Iron(II) ions + hydrogen peroxide
- Discussion on oxidation number rules with examples

Iron filings, 1M CuSO₄, 1M FeSO₄, 2M NaOH, 20V H₂O₂, test tubes

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 108-116

ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Oxidation Numbers in Naming and Redox Identification
Displacement Reactions - Metals and Halogens
Electrochemical Cells and Cell Diagrams

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Apply oxidation numbers to systematic naming
- Use oxidation numbers to identify redox reactions
- Distinguish oxidizing and reducing agents
- Track electron movement in reactions

Worked examples: Calculate oxidation numbers in complex compounds
- Practice IUPAC naming
- Exercise 4.1: Identify redox reactions using oxidation numbers
- Name compounds with variable oxidation states

Compound charts, calculators, student books, practice exercises
Various metals (Ca, Mg, Zn, Fe, Pb, Cu), metal salt solutions, halogens (Cl₂, Br₂, I₂), halide solutions
Metal electrodes, 1M metal salt solutions, voltmeters, salt bridges, connecting wires

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 109-116

ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Standard Electrode Potentials
Calculating Cell EMF and Predicting Reactions
Types of Electrochemical Cells

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define standard electrode potential
- Describe standard hydrogen electrode
- List standard conditions
- Use electrode potential tables effectively

Study standard hydrogen electrode setup
- Discussion of standard conditions (25°C, 1M, 1 atm)
- Introduction to electrode potential series
- Practice reading potential tables

Standard electrode potential table, diagrams, charts showing standard conditions
Calculators, electrode potential data, worked examples, practice problems
Cell diagrams, sample batteries, charts showing cell applications

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 129-133

ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Electrolysis of Aqueous Solutions I
Electrolysis of Aqueous Solutions II

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define electrolysis and preferential discharge
- Investigate electrolysis of dilute sodium chloride
- Compare dilute vs concentrated solution effects
- Test products formed

Experiment 4.6(a): Electrolysis of dilute NaCl
- Experiment 4.6(b): Electrolysis of brine
- Test gases evolved
- Compare results and explain differences

Dilute and concentrated NaCl solutions, carbon electrodes, gas collection tubes, test equipment
U-tube apparatus, 2M H₂SO₄, 0.5M MgSO₄, platinum/carbon electrodes, gas syringes

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 141-146

ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Effect of Electrode Material on Electrolysis
Factors Affecting Electrolysis

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Compare inert vs reactive electrodes
- Investigate electrode dissolution
- Explain electrode selection importance
- Analyze copper purification process

Experiment 4.9: Electrolysis of CuSO₄ with carbon vs copper electrodes
- Weigh electrodes before/after
- Observe color changes
- Discussion on electrode effects

Copper and carbon electrodes, 3M CuSO₄ solution, accurate balance, beakers, connecting wires
Electrochemical series chart, summary tables, practice exercises, student books

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 141-148

ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Applications of Electrolysis I

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe electrolytic extraction of reactive metals
- Explain electroplating process
- Apply electrolysis principles to metal coating
- Design electroplating setup

Discussion: Extraction of Na, Mg, Al by electrolysis
- Practical: Electroplate iron nail with copper
- Calculate plating requirements
- Industrial applications

Iron nails, copper electrodes, CuSO₄ solution, power supply, industrial process diagrams

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 155-157

ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Applications of Electrolysis II
Faraday's Laws and Quantitative Electrolysis

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe manufacture of NaOH and Cl₂ from brine
- Explain mercury cell operation
- Analyze industrial electrolysis processes
- Discuss environmental considerations

Study mercury cell for NaOH production
- Flow chart analysis of industrial processes
- Discussion on applications and environmental impact
- Purification of metals

Flow charts, mercury cell diagrams, environmental impact data, industrial case studies
Accurate balance, copper electrodes, CuSO₄ solution, ammeter, timer, calculators

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 155-157

ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Electrolysis Calculations I

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Calculate mass of products from electrolysis
- Determine volumes of gases evolved
- Apply Faraday's laws to numerical problems
- Solve basic electrolysis calculations

Worked examples: Mass and volume calculations
- Problems involving different ions
- Practice with Faraday constant
- Basic numerical problems

Calculators, worked examples, practice problems, gas volume data, Faraday constant

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 161-164

ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Electrolysis Calculations II

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Determine charge on ions from electrolysis data
- Calculate current-time relationships
- Solve complex multi-step problems
- Apply concepts to industrial situations

Complex problems: Determine ionic charges
- Current-time-mass relationships
- Multi-step calculations
- Industrial calculation examples

Calculators, complex problem sets, industrial data, student books

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 161-164

ELECTROCHEMISTRY
METALS

Advanced Applications and Problem Solving
Chemical Properties I - Reaction with Air

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Solve examination-type electrochemistry problems
- Apply all concepts in integrated problems
- Analyze real-world electrochemical processes
- Practice complex calculations

Comprehensive problems combining redox, cells, and electrolysis
- Past examination questions
- Industrial case study analysis
- Advanced problem-solving techniques

Past papers, comprehensive problem sets, industrial case studies, calculators
Deflagrating spoons, metal samples (Na, Al, Zn, Fe, Cu), Bunsen burners, safety equipment

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 108-164

METALS

Chemical Properties II - Reaction with Water
Chemical Properties III - Reaction with Chlorine

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Test metal reactions with cold water and steam
- Arrange metals by reactivity
- Explain aluminium's apparent unreactivity
- Write chemical equations for reactions

Experiment 5.2: Test metals with cold water and steam
- Use Table 5.4 for observations
- Test solutions with indicators
- Arrange metals in reactivity order

Metal samples, cold water, steam generator, test tubes, universal indicator, safety equipment
Chlorine gas, gas jars, metal samples, tongs, deflagrating spoons, fume cupboard, safety equipment

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 154-156

METALS

Chemical Properties IV - Reaction with Acids

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Test metal reactions with dilute and concentrated acids
- Compare reaction patterns
- Write chemical equations
- Explain passivation effects

Experiment 5.4: Test metals with various acids - HCl, HNO₃, H₂SO₄
- Use Table 5.5 for systematic recording
- Observe gas evolution
- Discuss passivation

Various acids (dilute and concentrated), metal strips, test tubes, gas collection apparatus, safety equipment

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 157-158

METALS

Uses of Metals I - Sodium and Aluminium
Uses of Metals II - Zinc, Copper and Iron

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
State uses of sodium and its compounds
- Explain aluminium applications
- Relate properties to uses
- Describe alloy formation and uses

Discussion on sodium uses in industry
- Aluminium applications in transport and construction
- Study duralumin and other alloys
- Property-use relationships

Charts showing metal applications, alloy samples, aircraft parts, cooking vessels
Galvanized sheets, copper wires, steel samples, alloy composition charts, brass and bronze samples

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 158-159

METALS

Steel Types and Alloys

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Compare cast iron, wrought iron, and steel
- Analyze different steel compositions
- Explain alloy property enhancement
- Describe specialized steel applications

Study cast iron, wrought iron, mild steel, and stainless steel
- Analyze carbon content effects
- Specialized steels for tools and instruments
- Discussion on alloy design

Steel samples with different compositions, carbon content charts, specialized tools, stainless steel items

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 159-161

METALS
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Environmental Effects of Metal Extraction
Introduction to Alkanols and Nomenclature
Isomerism in Alkanols

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify environmental impacts of mining
- Explain pollution from metal extraction
- Describe waste management strategies
- Discuss NEMA regulations in Kenya

Analysis of mining environmental impact
- Air, water, and land pollution from extraction
- Waste management and slag utilization
- NEMA role and regulations

Environmental impact case studies, pollution images, NEMA regulation documents, waste management examples
Molecular models, Table 6.1 and 6.2, alkanol structure charts, student books
Isomer structure charts, molecular models, practice worksheets, student books

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 161-162

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Laboratory Preparation of Ethanol
Industrial Preparation and Physical Properties
Chemical Properties of Alkanols I

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe fermentation process
- Prepare ethanol in laboratory
- Write equation for glucose fermentation
- Explain role of yeast and conditions needed

Experiment 6.1: Fermentation of sugar solution with yeast
- Set up apparatus for 2-3 days
- Observe gas evolution
- Test for CO₂ with lime water
- Smell final product

Sugar, yeast, warm water, conical flask, delivery tube, lime water, thermometer
Table 6.3, industrial process diagrams, ethene structure models, property comparison charts
Ethanol, sodium metal, universal indicator, concentrated H₂SO₄, ethanoic acid, test tubes

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 171-172

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Chemical Properties of Alkanols II
Uses of Alkanols and Health Effects
Introduction to Alkanoic Acids

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate oxidation and esterification reactions
- Test oxidizing agents on ethanol
- Prepare esters from alkanols
- Explain dehydration reactions

Complete Experiment 6.2: Test with acidified K₂Cr₂O₇ and KMnO₄
- Observe color changes
- Esterification with ethanoic acid
- Study dehydration conditions

Acidified potassium chromate/manganate, ethanoic acid, concentrated H₂SO₄, heating apparatus
Charts showing alkanol uses, health impact data, methylated spirit samples, discussion materials
Alkanoic acid structure charts, Table 6.5 and 6.6, molecular models, student books

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 173-176

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Laboratory Preparation of Ethanoic Acid
Physical and Chemical Properties of Alkanoic Acids

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Prepare ethanoic acid by oxidation
- Write equations for preparation
- Set up oxidation apparatus
- Identify product by testing

Experiment 6.3: Oxidize ethanol using acidified KMnO₄
- Set up heating and distillation apparatus
- Collect distillate at 118°C
- Test product properties

Ethanol, KMnO₄, concentrated H₂SO₄, distillation apparatus, thermometer, round-bottom flask
2M ethanoic acid, universal indicator, Mg strip, Na₂CO₃, NaOH, phenolphthalein, test tubes

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 179-180

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Esterification and Uses of Alkanoic Acids

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain ester formation process
- Write esterification equations
- State uses of alkanoic acids
- Prepare simple esters

Complete esterification experiments
- Study concentrated H₂SO₄ as catalyst
- Write general esterification equation
- Discuss applications in food, drugs, synthetic fibres

Ethanoic acid, ethanol, concentrated H₂SO₄, test tubes, heating apparatus, cold water

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 182-183

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Introduction to Detergents and Soap Preparation
Mode of Action of Soap and Hard Water Effects

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define detergents and classify types
- Explain saponification process
- Prepare soap in laboratory
- Compare soapy and soapless detergents

Study soap vs soapless detergent differences
- Experiment 6.5: Saponify castor oil with NaOH
- Add salt for salting out
- Test soap formation

Castor oil, 4M NaOH, NaCl, evaporating dish, water bath, stirring rod, filter paper
Soap samples, distilled water, hard water (CaCl₂/MgSO₄ solutions), test tubes, demonstration materials

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 183-186

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Soapless Detergents and Environmental Effects

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain soapless detergent preparation
- Compare advantages/disadvantages
- Discuss environmental impact
- Analyze pollution effects

Study alkylbenzene sulphonate preparation
- Compare Table 6.9 - soap vs soapless
- Discussion on eutrophication and biodegradability
- Environmental awareness

Flow charts of detergent manufacture, Table 6.9, environmental impact data, sample detergents

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 188-191

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Introduction to Polymers and Addition Polymerization
Addition Polymers - Types and Properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define polymers, monomers, and polymerization
- Explain addition polymerization
- Draw polymer structures
- Calculate polymer properties

Study polymer concept and terminology
- Practice drawing addition polymers from monomers
- Examples: polyethene, polypropene, PVC
- Calculate molecular masses

Polymer samples, monomer structure charts, molecular models, calculators, polymer formation diagrams
Various polymer samples, structure identification exercises, calculation worksheets, Table 6.10

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 191-195

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Condensation Polymerization and Natural Polymers

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain condensation polymerization
- Compare with addition polymerization
- Study natural polymers
- Analyze nylon formation

Study nylon 6,6 formation from diamine and dioic acid
- Natural polymers: starch, protein, rubber
- Vulcanization process
- Compare synthetic vs natural

Nylon samples, rubber samples, condensation reaction diagrams, natural polymer examples

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 197-200

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Polymer Properties and Applications

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Compare advantages and disadvantages of synthetic polymers
- State uses of different polymers
- Discuss environmental concerns
- Analyze polymer selection

Study Table 6.10 - polymer uses
- Advantages: strength, lightness, moldability
- Disadvantages: non-biodegradability, toxic gases
- Application analysis

Table 6.10, polymer application samples, environmental impact studies, product examples

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 200-201

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
RADIOACTIVITY
RADIOACTIVITY

Comprehensive Problem Solving and Integration
Introduction, Nuclear Stability and Types of Radioactivity
Types of Radiation and Their Properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Solve complex problems involving alkanols and acids
- Apply knowledge to practical situations
- Integrate polymer concepts
- Practice examination questions

Worked examples on organic synthesis
- Problem-solving on isomers, reactions, polymers
- Integration of all unit concepts
- Practice examination-style questions

Comprehensive problem sets, past examination papers, calculators, organic chemistry summary charts
Periodic table, atomic structure charts, Table 7.1, nuclear stability diagrams
Radiation type charts, penetration diagrams, electric field illustrations, safety equipment charts

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 167-201

RADIOACTIVITY

Radioactive Decay and Half-Life Concept
Half-Life Calculations and Problem Solving
Nuclear Reactions and Equations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define half-life of radioactive isotopes
- Plot radioactive decay curves
- Calculate remaining amounts after decay
- Apply conservation of mass and energy

Study Table 7.2 - iodine-131 decay data
- Plot decay graph using given data
- Calculate fractions remaining after multiple half-lives
- Practice basic half-life problems

Graph paper, Table 7.2 data, calculators, decay curve examples, half-life data table
Calculators, comprehensive problem sets, worked examples, isotope half-life comparison tables
Nuclear equation examples, periodic table, conservation law charts, practice worksheets

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 204-206

RADIOACTIVITY

Radioactive Decay Series and Sequential Reactions
Nuclear Fission and Chain Reactions
Nuclear Fusion and Energy Comparisons

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain sequential radioactive decay
- Trace decay series pathways
- Identify stable end products
- Complete partial decay series

Study thorium-232 decay series example
- Trace sequential alpha and beta emissions
- Identify stable lead-208 endpoint
- Practice completing decay series with missing nuclides

Decay series charts, thorium series diagram, nuclide stability charts, practice decay series
Fission reaction diagrams, chain reaction illustrations, nuclear reactor diagrams, energy calculation examples
Fusion reaction diagrams, comparison tables, stellar fusion charts, energy comparison data

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 206-207

RADIOACTIVITY

Medical and Diagnostic Applications
Industrial, Agricultural and Dating Applications

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe medical applications of radioisotopes
- Explain cancer treatment using radiation
- Discuss diagnostic procedures and imaging
- Analyze therapeutic vs diagnostic uses

Study cobalt-60 and caesium-137 in cancer treatment
- Iodine-131 in thyroid monitoring
- Bone growth and fracture healing monitoring
- Sterilization of surgical instruments

Medical radioisotope charts, treatment procedure diagrams, diagnostic equipment images, case studies
Carbon dating examples, agricultural application charts, industrial use diagrams, food preservation data

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 208-209

RADIOACTIVITY

Radiation Hazards and Environmental Impact

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify radiation health hazards
- Explain genetic mutation effects
- Discuss major nuclear accidents
- Analyze long-term environmental contamination

Study Chernobyl and Three Mile Island accidents
- Genetic mutation and cancer effects
- Long-term radiation exposure consequences
- Nuclear waste disposal challenges

Accident case studies, environmental impact data, radiation exposure charts, contamination maps

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 209-210

RADIOACTIVITY

Safety Measures and International Control
Half-Life Problem Solving and Graph Analysis
Nuclear Equations and Conservation Laws

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain radiation protection principles
- Describe proper storage and disposal methods
- Discuss IAEA role and standards
- Analyze monitoring and control systems

Study IAEA guidelines and international cooperation
- Radiation protection protocols and ALARA principle
- Safe storage, transport and disposal methods
- Environmental monitoring systems

IAEA guidelines, safety protocol charts, monitoring equipment diagrams, international cooperation data
Graph paper, experimental data sets, calculators, statistical analysis examples, comprehensive problem sets
Nuclear equation worksheets, periodic table, decay series diagrams, conservation law examples

KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 209-210