CHEMISTRY S S 1 3RD TERM LESSON NOTE | WEEK 11 -Chemical Industries
SUBJECT: Chemistry
CLASS: SS1
WEEK: 11
TOPIC: Chemical Industries – Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues
DURATION: 2 Periods (40 mins each)
THEME: Chemistry and Industry
S S 2 CHEMISTRY
PERIOD 1
LESSON TITLE: Introduction to Chemical Industries and Their Types
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define chemical industries
- Identify the types and classes of chemical industries
KEY VOCABULARY WORDS
- Chemical Industry
- Petrochemicals
- Pharmaceuticals
- Manufacturing
- Production
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
- Textbooks
- Chart showing types of chemical industries
- Whiteboard and markers
- Pictures or video clips of local chemical industries (e.g., Dangote Fertilizer Plant)
BUILDING BACKGROUND / INTRODUCTION
Teacher asks:
- “Have you ever wondered how products like soap, paint, or fertilizer are made?”
- Introduce that these come from chemical industries.
CONTENT DETAILS
Definition of Chemical Industries
- A chemical industry is any industry that uses chemical processes to convert raw materials into useful products.
- These industries are vital to our economy and daily life.
Examples of Products from Chemical Industries:
- Soap, detergent, paint, cement, fertilizer, drugs, plastic, perfumes, etc.
Types and Classes of Chemical Industries:
- Inorganic Chemical Industry – e.g., cement, acids, salts
- Organic Chemical Industry – e.g., plastics, synthetic rubber
- Pharmaceutical Industry – drugs and medicines
- Petrochemical Industry – petrol, kerosene, diesel, etc.
- Agrochemical Industry – fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides
- Food and Beverage Industry – uses chemicals for preservation, flavor, and packaging
WRAP UP & ASSESSMENT
Quick recap:
- What is a chemical industry?
- Mention 3 types of chemical industries.
Assessment Activity:
- Match the product to the correct type of industry.
ASSIGNMENT
List 5 products in your home that come from chemical industries and state their industry type.
PERIOD 2
LESSON TITLE: Factors Affecting Location of Chemical Industries
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
3. State and explain factors that affect the location of chemical industries
KEY VOCABULARY WORDS
- Raw materials
- Transport
- Market
- Labour
- Government Policy
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
- Maps showing location of industries in Nigeria
- Posters or handouts on factory setups
- Real examples like Dangote Cement or Indomie factory
BUILDING BACKGROUND / INTRODUCTION
Teacher asks:
- “Why do you think some industries are built near rivers or towns?”
Lead into discussion on location factors.
CONTENT DETAILS
Factors Affecting Location of Chemical Industries
- Availability of Raw Materials – Industries are located near sources of raw materials to reduce cost.
- Proximity to Market – So products reach customers easily and quickly.
- Good Transport Network – To move raw materials and finished goods.
- Availability of Water and Power Supply – Water for cooling, electricity for production.
- Skilled Labour – Industries need trained workers.
- Government Policies/Incentives – Tax breaks, land, loans, or laws can encourage location.
- Land Availability and Cost – Large and affordable land is preferred.
WRAP UP & ASSESSMENT
Quick review question:
- Why is transportation important in choosing where to build an industry?
Assessment Activity:
- Match the factor with its correct explanation.
- Group students to discuss: “Where would you build a chemical industry in Nigeria and why?”
ASSIGNMENT
Draw and label a map of Nigeria. Locate any two popular chemical industries and state why they are located there.
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