Comprehensive coverage of Achievement Standard 90944 (Science 1.5) Divided into three manageable chapters - "Foundation Chemistry", "Rates of Reactions". and "Acids and Bases". Learning objectives and key word lists are clearly specified at the start of each chapter. Comprehensive notes and activities are designed to develop the students understanding in a supportive manner. Numerous NCEA-style questions are provided, with hints ensuring your students learn how to answer to an examination standard. Worked examples guide and encourage your students, enabling every student the opportunity to progress. The book ends with a full NCEA- style exam for reinforcement, practice and preparation.