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1

REPORTING AND OPENER EXAMS

2 1
METALS
Chemical Properties I - Reaction with Air
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Investigate metal reactions with air and oxygen
- Write balanced equations for metal oxidation
- Compare reactivity patterns
- Explain tarnishing and oxide formation
In groups, learners are guided to:
Experiment 5.1: Heat metals in air - sodium, aluminium, zinc, iron, copper
- Observe color changes and products
- Record observations in Table 5.3
- Write oxidation equations
Deflagrating spoons, metal samples (Na, Al, Zn, Fe, Cu), Bunsen burners, safety equipment
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 152-154
2 2
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
In groups, learners are guided to:
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
2 3
METALS
Chemical Properties IV - Reaction with Acids
Uses of Metals I - Sodium and Aluminium
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
In groups, learners are guided to:
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
Charts showing metal applications, alloy samples, aircraft parts, cooking vessels
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 157-158
2 4
METALS
Uses of Metals II - Zinc, Copper and Iron
Steel Types and Alloys
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain galvanization process
- Describe copper electrical applications
- Compare iron, steel, and cast iron uses
- Analyze alloy compositions and properties
In groups, learners are guided to:
Study galvanization and rust prevention
- Copper in electrical applications
- Different types of steel and their compositions
- Alloy property comparisons
Galvanized sheets, copper wires, steel samples, alloy composition charts, brass and bronze samples
Steel samples with different compositions, carbon content charts, specialized tools, stainless steel items
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 159-161
3 1
METALS
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Environmental Effects of Metal Extraction
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Section A: Short Answer Questions
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
In groups, learners are guided to:
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
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 161-162
3 2
REVISION

Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Integrated Short Answer Practice
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions
Integrated Exam Practice
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
– integrate knowledge from all Chemistry topics to solve mixed Paper 1 questions – practice time management under exam conditions – review answers using marking schemes and teacher feedback
In groups, learners are guided to:
Students attempt a timed set of Paper 1 questions (mock) Teacher leads whole-class marking and discussion of common errors
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
KCSE Past Papers, Teachers’ Guide
3 3
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Quantitative Practical Skills
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Section A: Short Answer Questions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply correct laboratory techniques in measuring and mixing solutions - record results systematically and accurately - analyze practical data to make valid conclusions
Teacher reviews quantitative procedures Learners practice measurement and recording Class discussion on data presentation and interpretation
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
3 4
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Integrated Short Answer Practice
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions
Integrated Exam Practice
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
– integrate knowledge from all Chemistry topics to solve mixed Paper 1 questions – practice time management under exam conditions – review answers using marking schemes and teacher feedback
In groups, learners are guided to:
Students attempt a timed set of Paper 1 questions (mock) Teacher leads whole-class marking and discussion of common errors
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
KCSE Past Papers, Teachers’ Guide
4 1
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Quantitative Practical Skills
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Section A: Short Answer Questions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply correct laboratory techniques in measuring and mixing solutions - record results systematically and accurately - analyze practical data to make valid conclusions
Teacher reviews quantitative procedures Learners practice measurement and recording Class discussion on data presentation and interpretation
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
4 2
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Integrated Short Answer Practice
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions
Integrated Exam Practice
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
– integrate knowledge from all Chemistry topics to solve mixed Paper 1 questions – practice time management under exam conditions – review answers using marking schemes and teacher feedback
In groups, learners are guided to:
Students attempt a timed set of Paper 1 questions (mock) Teacher leads whole-class marking and discussion of common errors
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
KCSE Past Papers, Teachers’ Guide
4 3
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Quantitative Practical Skills
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Section A: Short Answer Questions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply correct laboratory techniques in measuring and mixing solutions - record results systematically and accurately - analyze practical data to make valid conclusions
Teacher reviews quantitative procedures Learners practice measurement and recording Class discussion on data presentation and interpretation
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
4 4
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Integrated Short Answer Practice
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions
Integrated Exam Practice
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
– integrate knowledge from all Chemistry topics to solve mixed Paper 1 questions – practice time management under exam conditions – review answers using marking schemes and teacher feedback
In groups, learners are guided to:
Students attempt a timed set of Paper 1 questions (mock) Teacher leads whole-class marking and discussion of common errors
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
KCSE Past Papers, Teachers’ Guide
5 1
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Quantitative Practical Skills
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Section A: Short Answer Questions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply correct laboratory techniques in measuring and mixing solutions - record results systematically and accurately - analyze practical data to make valid conclusions
Teacher reviews quantitative procedures Learners practice measurement and recording Class discussion on data presentation and interpretation
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
5 2
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Integrated Short Answer Practice
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions
Integrated Exam Practice
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
– integrate knowledge from all Chemistry topics to solve mixed Paper 1 questions – practice time management under exam conditions – review answers using marking schemes and teacher feedback
In groups, learners are guided to:
Students attempt a timed set of Paper 1 questions (mock) Teacher leads whole-class marking and discussion of common errors
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
KCSE Past Papers, Teachers’ Guide
5 3
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Quantitative Practical Skills
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Section A: Short Answer Questions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply correct laboratory techniques in measuring and mixing solutions - record results systematically and accurately - analyze practical data to make valid conclusions
Teacher reviews quantitative procedures Learners practice measurement and recording Class discussion on data presentation and interpretation
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
5 4
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Integrated Short Answer Practice
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions
Integrated Exam Practice
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
– integrate knowledge from all Chemistry topics to solve mixed Paper 1 questions – practice time management under exam conditions – review answers using marking schemes and teacher feedback
In groups, learners are guided to:
Students attempt a timed set of Paper 1 questions (mock) Teacher leads whole-class marking and discussion of common errors
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
KCSE Past Papers, Teachers’ Guide
6 1
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Quantitative Practical Skills
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Section A: Short Answer Questions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply correct laboratory techniques in measuring and mixing solutions - record results systematically and accurately - analyze practical data to make valid conclusions
Teacher reviews quantitative procedures Learners practice measurement and recording Class discussion on data presentation and interpretation
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
6 2
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Integrated Short Answer Practice
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions
Integrated Exam Practice
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
– integrate knowledge from all Chemistry topics to solve mixed Paper 1 questions – practice time management under exam conditions – review answers using marking schemes and teacher feedback
In groups, learners are guided to:
Students attempt a timed set of Paper 1 questions (mock) Teacher leads whole-class marking and discussion of common errors
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
KCSE Past Papers, Teachers’ Guide
6 3
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Quantitative Practical Skills
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Section A: Short Answer Questions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply correct laboratory techniques in measuring and mixing solutions - record results systematically and accurately - analyze practical data to make valid conclusions
Teacher reviews quantitative procedures Learners practice measurement and recording Class discussion on data presentation and interpretation
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
6 4
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Integrated Short Answer Practice
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions
Integrated Exam Practice
Quantitative Practical Skills
Qualitative Practical Skills
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
– integrate knowledge from all Chemistry topics to solve mixed Paper 1 questions – practice time management under exam conditions – review answers using marking schemes and teacher feedback
In groups, learners are guided to:
Students attempt a timed set of Paper 1 questions (mock) Teacher leads whole-class marking and discussion of common errors
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
KCSE Past Papers, Teachers’ Guide
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