Introduction to Chemistry
Volledige vakbeschrijving
The emphasis of this course will be on a number of essential topics in modern chemistry. The first part of the course will provide an overview of the structure of atoms and their place in the periodic table as well as the properties of various types of chemical bonds and chemical bonding theory. The second part will present an introduction to physical chemistry with important topics such as the characteristics of gases/liquids/solids, thermodynamics and reaction kinetics. In the final part, the course focuses on a selection of important chemical subjects which form the basis of chemical studies in general. Typical topics in this part of the course are based on acid-base chemistry and electrochemistry.Doelstellingen van dit vak
· To gain an understanding of the nature of atoms and their organization in the periodic table. · To recognize various classes of chemical compounds and to understand their chemical and physical properties. · To obtain an understanding of the physical chemistry fundamentally important to biological and chemical processes, with an emphasis on thermodynamics and kinetics. · To use concepts acquired from kinetics, thermodynamics, acid-base chemistry, and electrochemistry, to predict the potential outcome of chemical reactions. · To acquire sufficient background for more advanced courses in chemistry, biochemistry and the life sciences.Aanbevolen literatuur
Silberberg, M. S. Principles of General Chemistry, 3rd International Edition; McGraw-Hill: New York, 2013; ISBN: 9780071317986.CHE1101
Periode 1
2 sep 2024
25 okt 2024
Periode 4
3 feb 2025
4 apr 2025
Studiepunten:
5.0Taal van de opleiding:
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Lecture(s), PBLEvaluatiemethoden:
Attendance, Written exam, Participation