Chemical Reactions

Explore how substances combine to form compounds or break down into simpler substances, including common patterns and energy changes.

Understand how atoms and ions are exchanged in reactions, with focus on reactivity trends and solubility rules.

Examine the reactivity and trends of alkali and alkaline earth metals, including their reactions with water, oxygen, and acids.

Investigate the behavior of nonmetals in chemical reactions, including trends in electronegativity and common compound formation.

Learn about the variable oxidation states, complex ion formation, and characteristic colors of transition metal compounds.