Learn fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry in this comprehensive course covering atomic structures, chemical bonding, thermodynamics, and periodic elements. Master quantum theory, electron configurations, and various bonding theories including VSEPR and molecular orbital theory. Explore essential concepts in thermodynamics including the laws of thermodynamics, Gibbs energy, and chemical equilibrium. Study electrochemistry, acid-base chemistry, and chemical kinetics through detailed examination of reaction rates, equilibrium processes, and catalysis. Gain deep understanding of s-block and p-block elements, their properties, and reactions. Progress through structured chapters examining everything from basic atomic theory to complex chemical processes, building a strong foundation in inorganic chemistry principles and applications.
Overview
Syllabus
- Chapter I - 1 Atomic Structures
- 1.1.1 Quantum theory in chemistry
- 1.1.2 Orbitals
- 1.1.3 Electron configurations
- 1.1.4 Ionization energy and Electron affinity
- Chapter I - 2 Chemical Bonding
- 1.2.1 Lewis structures
- 1.2.2 Ionic bonding
- 1.2.3 Covalent bonding
- 1.2.4 VSEPR theory
- Chapter I - 3 Bonding Theory
- 1.3.1 Valence bond theory
- 1.3.2 Molecular orbital theory
- Chapter I - 4 Intermolecular Interactions
- 1.4.1 Intermolecular interactions
- 1.4.2 Ideal gases
- Chapter II - 1 Thermodynamics
- 2.1.1 Internal energy
- 2.1.2 Heat and Heat capacity
- 2.1.3 Work
- 2.1.4 The first law
- 2.1.5 Enthalpy
- 2.1.6 Entropy
- 2.1.7 The second law
- 2.1.8 Gibbs energy
- 2.1.9 The third law
- 2.1.10 Formation reaction
- 2.1.11 Heat of reaction
- 2.1.12 Chemical potential
- 2.1.13 Chemical equilibrium and Gibbs energy
- 2.1.14 Van't Hoff equation
- Chapter II - 2 Electrochemistry
- 2.2.1 Electrode potential
- 2.2.2 Cell potential
- 2.2.3 Nernst equation
- Chapter II - 3 Equilibrium
- 2.3.1 Sparingly soluble salts
- 2.3.2 Solubility and Equilibrium
- Chapter II - 4 Acid and Base
- 2.4.1 Ion product of water
- 2.4.2 Strong acids and Strong bases
- 2.4.3 Weak acids and Weak bases
- 2.4.4 Molecular structure and Acid strength
- 2.4.5 Buffer solution
- Chapter II - 5 Kinetics
- 2.5.1 Rate laws
- 2.5.2 Integrated rate laws
- 2.5.3 Half-life
- 2.5.4 Elementary process
- 2.5.5 Rate law for multi-step reaction
- 2.5.6 Arrhenius equation
- 2.5.7 Catalysts
- Chapter III - 1 s-Block Elements
- 3.1.1 Hydrogen
- 3.1.2 Group 1 elements
- 3.1.3 Group 2 elements
- Chapter III - 2 p-Block Elements
- 3.2.1 Group 13 elements
- 3.2.2 Group 14 elements
- 3.2.3 Group 15 elements
- 3.2.4 Group 16 elements
- 3.2.5 Group 17 elements
- 3.2.6 Group 18 elements
- Final Exam
Taught by
Chunhe Yang, Kejian Ding, and Da Wang