Organic Chemistry is the study of compounds that contain carbon-hydrogen bonds. The Main Lesson starts with an introduction to chemistry, the history of organic chemistry, and its importance for the study of living organisms.
Pupils follow the transformation of solar energy into organic matter and the several different paths this organic matter can take, including biomolecules such as sugars, proteins, and lipids.
They familiarise themselves with nomenclature commonly used in chemistry and biology.
Complementing the theory they learn, they take part in daily experiments, looking into structure, properties, and reactions of a variety of organic compounds.
After studying living organisms, they focuse on decaying organic matter, fossil fuels, and polymerization of plastics.
The block ends with an overview of energy sources including fossil fuels and renewable energy.