One exam project idea is to write a paper about atomic structure. Chemists are learning more and more about the structure of the atom beyond the proton, neutron and electron. In addition, you can describe these components, how they interact with one another and how they create the unique characteristics of each element. While this topic blends into physics, it provides a strong foundation for much of the physical sciences.
The periodic table of the elements is one key concept for high school chemistry students. It identifies some of the properties of the atoms that make up all matter. One project idea is to recreate this table in three dimensions with blocks. Highlight the different element families and provide additional information on each one. Describe the properties of important atoms as well as the compounds that can be created such as H2O (water).
Equations can be created to demonstrate how chemical compounds interact and break apart in equilibrium. For example, a double molecule of hydrogen and a molecule of oxygen can come together to form a molecule of water H20 plus energy. A student can create a project to identify and solve many different chemical equilibrium. The more complex molecules take much time, calculation and patience to solve.
A student can use her final exam to create different experiments in the laboratory. Conduct an experiment that tests a theory and documents its results. Boyle's Law states that the pressure of a gas is inversely proportional to the volume of the gas at a constant temperature. Test this theory and demonstrate whether the law holds true in your experiment.