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WK LSN TOPIC SUB-TOPIC OBJECTIVES T/L ACTIVITIES T/L AIDS REFERENCE REMARKS
2 1
GAS LAWS
Boyle's Law - Introduction and Experimental Investigation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
State Boyle's law
Explain Boyle's law using kinetic theory of matter
Investigate the relationship between pressure and volume of a fixed mass of gas
Plot graphs to illustrate Boyle's law
Teacher demonstration: Use bicycle pump to show volume-pressure relationship. Students observe force needed to compress gas. Q/A: Review kinetic theory. Class experiment: Investigate pressure-volume relationship using syringes. Record observations in table format. Discuss observations using kinetic theory.
Bicycle pump, Syringes, Gas jars, Chart showing volume-pressure relationship
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 1-3
2 2-3
GAS LAWS
Boyle's Law - Mathematical Expression and Graphical Representation
Boyle's Law - Numerical Problems and Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Express Boyle's law mathematically
Apply the equation PV = constant
Plot and interpret pressure vs volume graphs
Plot pressure vs 1/volume graphs
Solve numerical problems involving Boyle's law
Convert between different pressure units
Apply Boyle's law to real-life situations
Calculate volumes and pressures using P₁V₁ = P₂V₂
Q/A: Recall previous lesson observations. Teacher exposition: Derive P₁V₁ = P₂V₂ equation from experimental data. Students plot graphs of pressure vs volume and pressure vs 1/volume. Analyze graph shapes and interpret mathematical relationship.
Worked examples: Demonstrate step-by-step problem solving. Supervised practice: Students solve problems involving pressure and volume calculations. Convert units (mmHg, atm, Pa). Discuss applications in tire inflation, aerosol cans. Assignment: Additional practice problems.
Graph papers, Scientific calculators, Chart showing mathematical expressions
Scientific calculators, Worked example charts, Unit conversion tables
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 3-4
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 4-5
2 4
GAS LAWS
Charles's Law - Introduction and Temperature Scales
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
State Charles's law
Convert temperatures between Celsius and Kelvin scales
Define absolute zero temperature
Explain the concept of absolute temperature
Teacher demonstration: Flask with colored water column experiment. Q/A: Observe volume changes with temperature. Exposition: Introduce Kelvin scale and absolute zero concept. Practice: Temperature conversions between °C and K. Discuss absolute zero and ideal gas concept.
Round-bottomed flask, Narrow glass tube, Colored water, Rubber bung, Hot and cold water baths
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 6-8
3 1
GAS LAWS
Charles's Law - Experimental Investigation and Mathematical Expression
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate relationship between volume and temperature
Express Charles's law mathematically
Plot volume vs temperature graphs
Extrapolate graphs to find absolute zero
Class experiment: Volume-temperature relationship using flask and capillary tube. Record data at different temperatures. Plot graphs: volume vs temperature (°C) and volume vs absolute temperature (K). Extrapolate graph to find absolute zero. Derive V₁/T₁ = V₂/T₂ equation.
Glass apparatus, Thermometers, Graph papers, Water baths at different temperatures
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 8-10
3 2-3
GAS LAWS
Charles's Law - Numerical Problems and Applications
Combined Gas Law and Standard Conditions
Introduction to Diffusion - Experimental Investigation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Solve numerical problems using Charles's law
Apply V₁/T₁ = V₂/T₂ in calculations
Predict gas behavior with temperature changes
Relate Charles's law to everyday phenomena
Define diffusion process
Investigate diffusion in liquids and gases
Compare rates of diffusion in different media
Explain diffusion using kinetic theory
Worked examples: Step-by-step problem solving with temperature conversions. Supervised practice: Calculate volumes at different temperatures. Discuss applications: hot air balloons, tire pressure changes, weather balloons. Assignment: Practice problems with real-life contexts.
Class experiments: (a) KMnO₄ crystal in water - observe spreading over time. (b) Bromine vapor in gas jars - observe color distribution. (c) Ammonia gas in combustion tube with litmus paper. Record observations over time. Discuss particle movement and kinetic energy.
Scientific calculators, Temperature conversion charts, Application examples
Scientific calculators, Combined law derivation charts, Standard conditions reference table
KMnO₄ crystals, Bromine liquid, Gas jars, Combustion tube, Litmus papers, Stopwatch
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 10-12
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 14-16
3 4
GAS LAWS
Rates of Diffusion - Comparative Study
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Compare diffusion rates of different gases
Investigate factors affecting diffusion rates
Measure relative distances covered by diffusing gases
Calculate rates of diffusion using distance and time data
Class experiment: Ammonia and HCl diffusion in glass tube. Insert cotton wool soaked in concentrated NH₃ and HCl at opposite ends. Time the formation of white NH₄Cl ring. Measure distances covered by each gas. Calculate rates: distance/time. Compare molecular masses of NH₃ and HCl.
Glass tube (25cm), Cotton wool, Concentrated NH₃ and HCl, Stopwatch, Ruler, Safety equipment
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 16-18
4 1
GAS LAWS
Graham's Law of Diffusion - Theory and Mathematical Expression
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
State Graham's law of diffusion
Express Graham's law mathematically
Relate diffusion rate to molecular mass and density
Explain the inverse relationship between rate and √molecular mass
Teacher exposition: Graham's law statement and mathematical derivation. Discussion: Rate ∝ 1/√density and Rate ∝ 1/√molecular mass. Derive comparative expressions for two gases. Explain relationship between density and molecular mass. Practice: Identify faster diffusing gas from molecular masses.
Graham's law charts, Molecular mass tables, Mathematical derivation displays
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 18-20
4 2-3
GAS LAWS
Graham's Law of Diffusion - Theory and Mathematical Expression
Graham's Law - Numerical Applications and Problem Solving
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
State Graham's law of diffusion
Express Graham's law mathematically
Relate diffusion rate to molecular mass and density
Explain the inverse relationship between rate and √molecular mass
Solve numerical problems using Graham's law
Calculate relative rates of diffusion
Determine molecular masses from diffusion data
Compare diffusion times for equal volumes of gases
Teacher exposition: Graham's law statement and mathematical derivation. Discussion: Rate ∝ 1/√density and Rate ∝ 1/√molecular mass. Derive comparative expressions for two gases. Explain relationship between density and molecular mass. Practice: Identify faster diffusing gas from molecular masses.
Worked examples: Calculate relative diffusion rates using √(M₂/M₁). Problems involving time comparisons for equal volumes. Calculate unknown molecular masses from rate data. Supervised practice: Various Graham's law calculations. Real-life applications: gas separation, gas masks.
Graham's law charts, Molecular mass tables, Mathematical derivation displays
Scientific calculators, Worked example charts, Molecular mass reference tables
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 18-20
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 20-22
4 4
GAS LAWS
Graham's Law - Numerical Applications and Problem Solving
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Solve numerical problems using Graham's law
Calculate relative rates of diffusion
Determine molecular masses from diffusion data
Compare diffusion times for equal volumes of gases
Worked examples: Calculate relative diffusion rates using √(M₂/M₁). Problems involving time comparisons for equal volumes. Calculate unknown molecular masses from rate data. Supervised practice: Various Graham's law calculations. Real-life applications: gas separation, gas masks.
Scientific calculators, Worked example charts, Molecular mass reference tables
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 3, Pages 20-22

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