Subsidiary ICT (All Levels (Term 1))

• Define Chemistry and explain its discrete nature.

• Describe why Chemistry is studied and its overlap with subjects like Biology, Physics, Maths, Geology.

• Appreciate its importance and recognize chemistry‑based careers.

• Identify its contribution to Uganda’s economy yaaka.cc+3education.go.ug+3fresh-teacher.github.io+3yaaka.cc+2ncdc.go.ug+2education.go.ug+2.

Suggested Activities:

• Pair or group brainstorming: “What is chemistry?” and list everyday chemicals (soaps, medicines, plastics). Create group‑mind maps.

• Field/household surveys: compile local examples of chemistry use—agriculture (fertilizers), medicine, water treatment.

• Career research: discuss professions that use chemistry (e.g., pharmacist, chemical engineer).

Sample Assessment:

• Oral presentations/mind maps evaluated for accuracy and depth.

• Short written reflection: “Chemistry in Uganda” report.

• Q&A sessions or quizzes asking definitions, overlaps, and local examples.

  🔬 What is Chemistry?

  • Chemistry is the science that investigates matter—anything with mass and volume—and the changes it undergoes (e.g., rusting, digestion, burning) senior1.org+12education.go.ug+12fresh-teacher.github.io+12fresh-teacher.github.io+1scribd.com+1.

  • Examples in daily life include soaps, medicines, plastics, fertilizers, and food processing.

  Importance & Interdisciplinary Links

  • Chemistry overlaps with Biology (enzymes, digestion), Physics (heat, energy), Mathematics (quantitative analysis), and Geography (soil, minerals) scribd.com+3education.go.ug+3yaaka.cc+3.

  • Careers: pharmacists, chemical engineers, agro-chemists, lab technicians, teachers.

  Local & National Relevance

  • Contribution to Uganda’s economy through industries like pharmaceuticals, agro-chemicals, water treatment, mining, and fuel