Grade 12 Chemistry
• What is your understanding of Genius Hour? How would you explain it to someone who had never heard about it?
• List two possible topics you would like to explore for Genius Hour.
• Write three questions specific to each of the 3 topics you listed above.
• Decide which idea you will focus on.
• Genius Hour is a concept that allows students to explore and pursue their own passions and interests in a structured and meaningful way. It provides students with the opportunity to choose a topic of their choice and dedicate a set amount of time each week to researching, exploring, and creating something related to that topic. Genius Hour encourages students to take ownership of their learning and develop essential skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
• Possible topics to explore for Genius Hour:
1. Sustainable energy solutions: Investigating and finding alternative energy sources that are environmentally friendly and can meet the growing energy demands.
2. Chemical reactions in food: Exploring the chemical processes that occur during cooking and the impact of different cooking methods on the nutritional value and taste of food.
• Questions related to Sustainable energy solutions:
1. What are the most effective alternative energy sources for reducing carbon emissions?
2. How can we improve the efficiency of current renewable energy technologies?
3. What are the potential challenges and limitations of transitioning to a completely renewable energy system?
• Questions related to Chemical reactions in food:
1. How does heat affect the chemical composition of food ingredients?
2. What are the chemical reactions that occur during baking and how do they contribute to the formation of flavor and texture?
3. What are the health implications of different cooking methods and the chemical changes they cause in food?
• After considering both topics, I have decided to focus on Sustainable energy solutions for my Genius Hour project.