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The Grade 12 chemistry syllabus in Zambia follows the ECZ curriculum and is divided into three terms covering topics such as atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, acids and bases, oxidation and reduction, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and practical chemistry. Assessment consists of 60% theory exams and 40% practical exams. The syllabus is subject to change.

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Here is a general chemistry syllabus for Grade 12 in Zambia, based on the

Examinations Council of Zambia (ECZ) curriculum:

First Term:

1. *Atomic Structure*

- Atomic models (Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford, Bohr)

- Atomic number, mass number, and isotopes

- Electron configuration and the periodic table

2. *Periodic Table*

- Classification of elements (metals, non-metals, metalloids)

- Periodic trends (atomic radius, electronegativity, ionization energy)

3. *Chemical Bonding*

- Types of chemical bonds (ionic, covalent, metallic)

- Electrovalent and covalent bonding

Second Term:

1. *Chemical Reactions*

- Types of chemical reactions (synthesis, decomposition, displacement,


combustion)

- Chemical equations and stoichiometry

2. *Acids and Bases*

- Definition of acids and bases (Arrhenius, Bronsted-Lowry, Lewis)

- pH scale and calculation of pH

- Strong and weak acids and bases

3. *Oxidation and Reduction*

- Definition of oxidation and reduction

- Oxidation numbers and redox reactions


Third Term:

1. *Organic Chemistry*

- Introduction to organic chemistry

- Hydrocarbons (alkanes, alkenes, alkynes)

- Functional groups (alcohols, carboxylic acids, amines)

2. *Physical Chemistry*

- States of matter (solid, liquid, gas)

- Phase changes and phase diagrams

- Thermodynamics (internal energy, enthalpy, entropy)

3. *Practical Chemistry*

- Laboratory techniques and safety

- Qualitative and quantitative analysis

Assessment:

- *Theory Exams*: 60%

- *Practical Exams*: 40%

Note: This syllabus is based on the ECZ curriculum and may be subject to
change.

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