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