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Welcome to White Deer High School Science Department & Mr. Thomas' web site. Please click on the links to the left to choose the syllabus for the individual classes, the grading policy and the classroom rules. Biology – This course is Dual Credit and students should refer to the syllabus and schedules on the AC website for information. The course description can be found on the Biology link on the left of this page. Chemistry Course Description -- In Chemistry, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: characteristics of matter; energy transformations during physical and chemical changes; atomic structure; periodic table of elements; behavior of gases; bonding; nuclear fusion and nuclear fission; oxidation-reduction reactions; chemical equations; solutes; properties of solutions; acids and bases; and chemical reactions. Students will investigate how chemistry is an integral part of our daily lives. To access the syllabus for the year, click on the link at the left. Physics Course Description -- In Physics, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make an informed decision using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: laws of motion; changes within physical systems and conservation of energy and momentum; force; thermodynamics; characteristics and behavior of waves; and quantum physics. This course provides students with a conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical and scientific skills. To access the syllabus for the year, click on the link at the left. For questions or comments please Email: Paul.Thomas@region16.net
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