The following list shows a summary of the topics covered in this course. To see all of the course pages, visit the Table of Contents.

Module 1: Essential Ideas

• Chemistry in Context
• Phases and Classification of Matter
• Physical and Chemical Properties
• Measurements
• Measurement Uncertainty, Accuracy, and Precision
• Scientific Notation
• Mathematical Treatment of Measurement Results

Module 2: Atoms, Molecules, and Ions

• Early Ideas in Atomic Theory
• Evolution of Atomic Theory
• Atomic Structure and Symbolism
• Chemical Formulas
• The Periodic Table
• Molecular and Ionic Compounds
• Chemical Nomenclature

Module 3: Composition of Substances and Solutions

• Formula Mass and the Mole Concept
• Determining Empirical and Molecular Formulas
• Molarity
• Other Units for Solution Concentrations

Module 4: Stoichiometry of Chemical Reactions

• Writing and Balancing Chemical Equations
• Classifying Chemical Reactions
• Reaction Stoichiometry
• Reaction Yields
• Quantitative Chemical Analysis

Module 5: Thermochemistry

• Energy Basics
• Calorimetry
• Enthalpy

Module 6: Electronic Structure and Periodic Properties of Elements

• Electromagnetic Energy
• The Bohr Model
• Development of Quantum Theory
• Electronic Structure of Atoms (Electron Configurations)
• Periodic Variations in Element Properties

Module 7: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Geometry

• Ionic Bonding
• Covalent Bonding
• Lewis Symbols and Structures
• Formal Charges and Resonance
• Strengths of Ionic and Covalent Bonds
• Molecular Structure and Polarity

Module 8: Advanced Theories of Covalent Bonding

• Valence Bond Theory
• Hybrid Atomic Orbitals
• Multiple Bonds
• Molecular Orbital Theory

Module 9: Gases

• Gas Pressure
• Relating Pressure, Volume, Amount, and Temperature: The Ideal Gas Law
• Stoichiometry of Gaseous Substances, Mixtures, and Reactions
• Effusion and Diffusion of Gases
• The Kinetic-Molecular Theory
• Non-Ideal Gas Behavior

Module 10: Liquids and Solids

• Intermolecular Forces
• Properties of Liquids
• Phase Transitions
• Phase Diagrams
• The Solid State of Matter
• Lattice Structures in Crystalline Solids

Module 11: Solutions and Colloids

• The Dissolution Process
• Electrolytes
• Solubility
• Colligative Properties
• Colloids

Module 12: Kinetics

• Chemical Reaction Rates
• Factors Affecting Reaction Rates
• Rate Laws
• Integrated Rate Laws
• Collision Theory
• Reaction Mechanisms
• Catalysis

Module 13: Fundamental Equilibrium Concepts

• Chemical Equilibria
• Equilibrium Constants
• Shifting Equilibria: Le Châtelier’s Principle
• Equilibrium Calculations

Module 14: Acid-Based Equilibria

• Brønsted-Lowry Acids and Bases
• pH and pOH
• Relative Strengths of Acids and Bases
• Hydrolysis of Salt Solutions
• Polyprotic Acids
• Buffers
• Acid-Base Titrations

Module 15: Equilibria of Other Reaction Classes

• Precipitation and Dissolution
• Lewis Acids and Bases
• Multiple Equilibria

Module 16: Thermodynamics

• Spontaneity
• Entropy
• The Second and Third Laws of Thermodynamics
• Free Energy

Module 17: Electrochemistry

• Balancing Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
• Galvanic Cells
• Standard Reduction Potentials
• The Nernst Equation
• Batteries and Fuel Cells
• Corrosion
• Electrolysis

Module 18: Representative Metals, Metalloids, and Nonmetals

• Periodicity
• Occurrence and Preparation of the Representative Metals
• Structure and General Properties of the Metalloids
• Structure and General Properties of the Nonmetals
• Occurrence, Preparation, and Compounds of Hydrogen
• Occurrence, Preparation, and Properties of Carbonates
• Occurrence, Preparation, and Properties of Nitrogen
• Occurrence, Preparation, and Properties of Phosphorus
• Occurrence, Preparation, and Compounds of Oxygen
• Occurrence, Preparation, and Properties of Sulfur
• Occurrence, Preparation, and Properties of Halogens
• Occurrence, Preparation, and Properties of the Noble Gases

Module 19: Transition Metals and Coordination Chemistry

• Occurrence, Preparation, and Properties of Transition Metals and Their Compounds
• Coordination Chemistry of Transition Metals
• Spectroscopic and Magnetic Properties of Coordination Compounds

Module 20: Organic Chemistry

• Hydrocarbons
• Alcohols and Ethers
• Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids, and Esters
• Amines and Amides

Module 21: Nuclear Chemistry

• Nuclear Structure and Stability
• Nuclear Equations
• Radioactive Decay
• Transmutation and Nuclear Energy
• Uses of Radioisotopes
• Biological Effects of Radiation

Appendices