1 Understanding matter
2 Ions and our health
3 Molecules and metals in our lives
4 Designing new materials
5 Chemical systems
6 Important redox reactions
7 Useful organic molecules
8 Pharmaceutical calculations and considerations
9 Making use of energy changes in chemical reactions
Rick Armstrong has been involved with MYP sciences guide writing since 1994. He has experience with leading sciences workshops in all International Baccalaureate regions, moderation, school visits and authorisations, as an Approaches to Learning workshop leader, and as DP examiner. Rick is currently a freelance educational consultant in Madrid, Spain.