SNC 2D Exam Review
June 2014
Chemistry Chapters 5, 6 and 7
 identify/distinguish between a binary ionic compound, a polyatomic ionic
compound and a molecular compound (see flow chart in notes)

make the formula for a binary ionic compound, a polyatomic ionic
compound and a molecular compound when given the name (see
worksheets)

name a binary ionic compound, a polyatomic ionic compound and a
molecular compound when given the formula (see worksheets)

write a word equation when given a sentence or explanation of a chemical
reaction (see worksheets)

write the skeleton/chemical equation when given the word equation (see
worksheets)

balance a skeleton/chemical equation (see worksheets)

articulate/explain the reasons for the various formulas for compounds and
how equations are balanced

identify the following types of reactions
synthesis, decomposition, single displacement, double displacement,
complete combustion, incomplete combustion, corrosion, rusting,
neutralization

write examples of the following types of reactions
synthesis, decomposition, single displacement, double displacement,
complete combustion, incomplete combustion, corrosion, rusting,
neutralization

explain the law of conservation of mass.

distinguish between an acid and base by what colour litmus paper /
phenolphthalein changes.

state the properties of an acid and those of a base.

state similarities and differences between an acid and a base.

identify an acid or a base by its chemical formula.

name and write formula for binary acids, oxyacids and common bases

use the pH scale to identify an acid, a base and neutral substance.

use the pH scale to identify a weak or strong acid or base.

use indicators to identity an acid, a base or neutral substance.

neutralize an acid or a base spill safely.

identify at least 3 practical uses of neutralization, combustion and corrosion
reactions

identify both hazards and safety precautions for neutralization, combustion
and corrosion reactions
Chapter reviews in text, unit review in text, class quiz and 3 class tests
SNC 2D Exam Review
June 2014
Biology Chapters 2, 3 and 4

state the basic unit of life and describe the general structure of a cell

state the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

label a plant and animal cell

state the function of the organelles

label the parts of a microscope

find and focus a specimen under low, medium and high power

draw a good biological drawing of a specimen

calculate the size of a specimen

calculate the magnification of a biological drawing

distinguish these types of cells – paramecium, onion skin cell, cheek cell,
spirogyra cell

describe the cell cycle

state the purpose of mitosis

describe the phases of mitosis

apply the concept of mitosis to explain the theory of aging and cancer

describe the hierarchy of structure in animal from atom to multicellular
organism such as ourselves

outline the event from fertilized egg to specialized cells

describe the role of stem cells, both embryonic and adult

label the human anatomy of the: skeleton, joint, bone, basic muscles,
respiratory system, digestive system and circulatory system

state the function of the: skeleton, joint, bone, basic muscles, respiratory
system parts, digestive system and circulatory system parts

describe the physiology of gas exchange and the systemic and pulmonary
circuit of blood flow

describe how the various systems interact to meet the needs of the whole
organism

state the 4 organs and 4 tissues of a plant; can you compare them to animals

state the function of the organs and tissues of a plant

label the basic anatomy of a plant – root, stem, leaves, flower
Chapter reviews in text, unit review in text, microscope assignment, class test
* NO test or quiz on cells, microscope, cell cycle, mitosis or plants
SNC 2D Exam Review
June 2014
Weather and Climate Change Chapters 8, 9 and 10

match the weather instrument to what is measures

write a weather report to include as many weather measures as possible

state what drives the weather

state what causes weather

distinguish between weather and climate

label the layers of the atmosphere and state the significant characteristic
of the layer

describe how each of the following affect the climate: the atmosphere,
hydrosphere, lithosphere and living things

distinguish the positive and negative role of ozone

describe how latitude, elevation, proximity of large bodies of water can
affect climate

distinguish between weather of a low pressure system and high pressure
system

describe how convection currents are set up in both air and water

make a climate graph and interpret the results

describe the proxy records used to tell climate conditions of the past

clearly and concisely state what the greenhouse effect is

name three main greenhouse gases

state how is CO2 and methane produced anthropogenically and naturally

describe how carbon is cycled in the environment

state the evidence that climate change is happening

state possible impacts of climate change in the world

state the concerns of climate change in the Canadian Arctic

what can governments, industry and individuals do to lessen climate
change

what does Going Green refer to; give examples in travel, water, food and
energy
Chapter reviews in text, unit review in text, weather/climate test
* NO test on Climate Change