THE WORLD OF CHEMISTRY

CHEMISTRY: STUDY OF MATTER

CHEMISTRY ILLUSTRATION

Have you ever thought or tried experimenting out of curiosity? If yes, then you can definitely relate to this topic, chemistry. As a general fact, chemistry is the study of matter and it includes experimenting as well. So what is chemistry? Chemistry is a branch of physical science that studies the composition, structure, properties, and change of matter. Since you started learning science, it is certainly connected to chemistry up until you graduate and start working. Since we are in the 10th grade, we learn more about chemistry, all the topics and lessons we have nourished will be mentioned by our group members.

SO WHAT DID WE LEARN?

"All I knew about Chemistry is that it is really complex. Why? It is because of the lessons involved in it that will make it harder to understand, compared to previous ones. For example, the one about chemicals and equations. You will study about the basics, and then the complex ones like chemical equations, or the structures of a compound, the bonds of each atoms and others. Chemistry also has also a little confusing terms in it, and perhaps there are many of them too just like in biology. Although it is really complex and complicated, I try to understand at least a little about it. But of course, there is fun in it as well. There are things such as creating a poem about chemistry, which what i did was a little bit of cheesy though, by that I mean it's about "love" thing but it's chemistry related right? And we also had this jingle, where I really enjoyed making the lyrics of it and singing that. Things get difficult when we go along, but still we need to fight it. So basically, chemistry is complex, just like what other students might think of, but there is enjoyment in it as well. I really learned a lot of it, especially from our Science teacher, Sir Romeo Dolor. Thank you so much sir! And hopefully you guys will enjoy this kind of topic even if it seems that it's complicated."

~ Pimentel, Stephen Kyle

LESSONS #1: Boyle's Law

What makes it hard to study chemistry? One of the factors that makes chemistry pretty complex are formulas. Throughout this 3rd quarter of school in science, we learned about laws with formulas. One of those laws is Robert Boyle's Law. Boyle's law describes the inverse relationship between the pressure and volume of a fixed amount of gas at a constant temperature.

"Chemistry, chemistry, whenever students hear this word, they'll probably think this is a nightmare simply because it is complex, a hard topic for those who are not interested. For me, chemistry isn't that hard. I'm not boasting but as what I've observed, chemistry is all about memorizing. And what makes it not that heavy? It's because memorizing is the lowest form of learning and chemistry is all about memorizing and being interested with the topic. Would you listen and learn if you are not interested? You'll probably be forced to. Back to the topic. On the first few days of 3rd quarter, chemistry is elaborately discussed with much difficulties because students wont catch up. Lessons and topics like Charles's Law, matter, elements, and more are further tackled by our science moderator, Mr. Romeo Dolor, who is a really big help and we are all grateful to him for his patience and goodness. Most of all, we had fun activities regarding chemistry. We made jingle, poems, and more. Indeed, chemistry really makes one to do hard work. Well, I believe what I believe as long as nothing is changed."

~ Garcia, Marichelle 

Usually, teachers are stressed in teaching students especially to those who are not interested in learning their subject. Students make teachers really have a hard time so that is why our moderators lose their temper easily. Science is a special subject. It includes other subjects like Math and English mostly. Science teachers always have a hard time. Let us all bow to our own teacher and thank them for being patient and leading us to success.

LESSON #2: Periodic Table - How was it developed?

The periodic table is an arrangement of the chemical elements, organized on the basis of their atomic number, electron configurations, and recurring chemical properties. Elements are presented in order of increasing atomic number. The standard form of the table consists of a grid of elements, with rows called periods and columns called groups. The history of the periodic table reflects over a century of growth in the understanding of chemical properties. The most important event in its history occurred in 1869, when the table was published by Dmitri Mendeleev, who built upon earlier discoveries by scientists such as Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier and John Newlands, but who is nevertheless generally given sole credit for its development.

"Wow science just keeps getting harder and harder each quarter. Even though the difficult task here and there, the activities are fun like poetry and science jingles! Great stuff!"

~ Gonzalez, Juan Miguel

LESSON #3: Chemical Reaction

It is a process that involves rearrangement of the molecular or ionic structure of a substance, as opposed to a change in physical form or a nuclear reaction. The most common example of chemical reaction is rust. 

"Before, all i know is that science is just about knowing the living and non living existence and how they function in that way. But now science is more focused on how chemicals react, this quarter is one of the hardest, solving and knowing their units can be difficult. Chemistry is truly the science of composition, is complex but fun."

~ Salazar, Mary Angela

Lesson #4: Mass

Mass is not the same as weight, even though we often calculate an object's mass by measuring its weight with a spring scale, rather than comparing it directly with known masses. An object on the Moon would weigh less than it does on Earth because of the lower gravity, but it would still have the same mass. This is because weight is a force, while mass is the property that (along with gravity) determines the strength of this force.

"Chemistry can be anything around us. This chapter can be a mind blow to me because there are some lessons that I didn't get to understand that much. We made various activities such as poem making, infographics, and jingle. Sir also explained to us how to answer all the equations, from different gas laws to balancing chemical equations. All I can say to chemistry is that it is everything."

~ Teran, Alfonso

Chemistry Poems

In school, students are often assigned to do projects such as poems, jingles, reporting, and more. In this quarter, everyone is tasked to do a poem about Chemistry. Laid down below are the poems of Temperance Brainers! Enjoy their creativeness in making of this kind of poem, from simple yet inspiring works to a little bit of cheesiness mixed into it! 

CHEMISTRY LIKE YOU

The first poem is made by our own group leader, Stephen Kyle E. Pimentel. His poem is obviously about chemistry and love. Why? Maybe because of the saying that there should be chemistry in love. As you read the poem, there might be terms you possibly find hard to understand. Here are the possible terms:

Proteins - They are the large biomolecules that consist of amino acids and perform different functions in the body such as movement, regulation, and others.

Copper - It is a soft, malleable, and ductile metal with very high thermal and electrical conductivity.

Tellurium - It is a brittle, mildly toxic, rare, silver-white metalloid.

Beryllium - It is used to make cellphones, missiles, and air crafts.

Chemical Reaction - It is a process in which atoms of the same or different elements rearrange themselves to form a new substance.

CHEMISTRY

The second poem is composed by our assistant leader, Marichelle O. Garcia.

Chemistry is complex in nature
Memorizing terms is like a torture
But the significant thing is the adventure
Discovering terms we can nurture

From matter to solving equation
Acid, energy, and concentration
Wearying and simple information
That chemistry nourish with conclusion

Brain is cured by science's ability
Feeding our ignorant mind's curiosity
Compound terms we acquire completely
Can effect to digesting knowledge from chemistry

WHAT I KNOW ABOUT CHEMISTRY

The next poem is composed by Mary Angela D. Salazar. She shares about what she have learned in Chemistry and her knowledge about it.

The science of composition

Studying matters of interaction

More about the elements

To make a lot of experiments

Protons, neutrons, electrons

Rearrangement and bonding of atoms

Mixtures and solutions

A lot of chemical reactions

Making a new discovery

Fun out of Chemistry

Study about it

And learn from it

CHEMIS-TRY by Juan Miguel D. Gonzalez 

LIFE WITH CHEMISTRY by Alfonso Teran

Exploring Biology

The members of Temperance Brainers have some opinions to share regarding Biology, especially when it comes to the topic Genetics.

What I learn from Genetics is that it is quite complex. We get to study the structure of DNA, the inheritance of traits, and a lot more. I would say that this is an interesting topic to learn because you get to understand the concepts of the DNA and chromosomes and also its major functions in the body. There is also a brief history about it through experiments of scientists like the blender experiment of Alfred Hershey and Martha Chase. I also learned about the genetic mutations and disorders, and even inheritance of traits - through our parents or previous generations. I also get to learn about genetic manipulations which is very interesting because with technology, anything is possible. Overall, it's a fun experience even if it is complex as it would be.

- PIMENTEL

I have learned from this lesson, the Genetics, that we all have traits that may be dominant or recessive. This chapter is really important to know and we should have a knowledge because we all have this. Also, in this chapter, I knew the history of genetics. The traits we have can come from parents or grandparents that we may inherit. I also knew some experiments and studies made by the scientists who are involved with the study of genetics like using blender. I always hear about DNA but didn't know the definition. But now because of this topic, I knew what it meant. Thanks to our Science teacher, Mr. Romeo Dolor for giving us an opportunity to report about this and gain some knowledge.

- GARCIA

Genetics give a lot of help in educating is about ourselves and our history. DNA gives us an idea of how people are linked together and of why we have that or why we have those. It gives us a clear perception of why we have similar traits that our parents and that we also have. Not only does it pass that looks but sadly, it also passes illnesses that may trigger as you age. But all of them are part of being who you are. A part where you are something that completes your family.

- SALAZAR

Science isn't my favorite subject but our topic right now, genetics, is pretty interesting for me, basically because of the fun facts and stories I recently learned. Other than being fun and interesting, I still find it slightly hard and complicating for me. I hope and I know I will try to understand more about genetics this coming week.

-  GONZALEZ

DNA can make a good experiment. You can invent a new life or can make a change by perfecting your work in DNA but there are also experiments in DNA that are not working because of the wrong calculations. Then some are just release in public for money or to help the other people. You can change the world by your or our idea or work in the DNA but you have to use it in a good way not where you can do bad things. DNA can be a change to a man's life but it should be a good thing. You can be a change to people's lives.

- TERAN

There's Something About Physics

The members of the Temperance Brainers have some thoughts to share during their 1st Quarter experience with Physics as their main topic.

My first quarter experience on our Science was full of mixed feelings such as happiness and confusion. Our beloved Science teacher, Mr. Romeo Dolor, gave his best to help us in understanding the concepts of such topics. In those, one was about the Electromagnetic Spectrum, which covers the types of waves and computation for frequency and energy. Another topic discussed is all about light. I heard that light pollution is a thing. At first thought, I thought that it was impossible because we don't hear such cases like that, but I saw the adverse effects of LED lights into the world. Although it saves a lot of energy and is cheaper, it is much brighter and could lead to something harmful to the environment and to people like I do, who tends to use gadgets often such as cellphone and computer that emits radiation and could affect my eyesight. Few days ago, we took a Mid-Quarter Exam that scopes the 2 lessons mentioned, and one thing I had difficulty was the difference between concave lens and convex lens. I must have had interchanged their characteristics, and as my lesson, I will review again and understand it better. But despite all of that, the Science field in general is a fun and interesting subject to learn. 

- PIMENTEL

My experience during our first quarter in Science became a blast because we had a great teacher. Even though I had difficulties in solving some of the scientific problems with their solution, it was still worth it because it taught me a very important lesson which is "listening to the teacher'. We also had the topic "Light Pollution" which was very new to me, but really changed the way I look at things because as a gadget user, I know that it is bad for my poor eyesight. I also didn't thought that radiation would also cause bad effects to our body.

- SALAZAR

During the first quarter, we learned about Electromagnetic Spectrum, Light Pollution, and more. We had a hard discussion yet it is interesting and you will learn a lot especially with the help of our Science Moderator, Mr. Romeo Dolor. There are some difficulties we encountered but those aren't that much complicated. Those difficulties are basic things that you find hard but easy to learn actually. Science is a subject to emphasize the very and most specific things that you can see around you and some of those are from the topics we have studied. I had a lot of fun with learning Science because I find it very interesting. It is very important for you to know and to be aware of things around you and events that may happen/occur any moment.

- GARCIA

I learn a lot about Science. New topics and new activities. This 1st quarter is fun, and maybe also the following quarters. Sometimes our teacher is too hard to us but I know that it is the best for us so that's why he do that to us. I salute our Science teacher for a wonderful teaching to us and hoping that there are more to come.

- TERAN

I had a sort of difficult time understanding Physics. Same thing with memorizing the formulae for the AGONSA. For terms and meaning of words are getting better to familiarize me. Lastly, I learned that I have really to do my best and not be lazy during the IP and help as much as possible. That's all for now in my experience in Science 10.

- GONZALEZ