CHEMISTRY - MODULE A
It is essential condition for addressing issues of Module A of the course the knowledge of concepts and basic fundamentals of mathematics (eg integral, exponential, logarithm, derivative, vector, tensor, matrix ...) and physical (eg the concepts of force, pressure, speed, potential energy, kinetic energy ...).
Module A of the course, implemented to be suitable for students of science-based degree programs, it offers a wide and timely introduction to the basic principles, theoretical and experimental of general chemistry, with frequent references to the real world.
Basic definitions (matter, atom, element, isotope, compound, mixture). Evolution of the atomic model, from Thompson’s model to the actual one. Basic notions of quantum physics. Description of the atom by means of the Schroedinger’s wave function. Elements electronic configurations. Periodic table and periodic properties. Ionic bond. Covalent bond. Lewis formulas. ‘Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion’ theory. Hybrid orbitals model. Molecular orbitals model. Bond in metals and in semi-conductors. Gaseous, liquid and solid states. Phase transitions and phase diagrams. Thermodynamic chemistry. Chemical equilibrium. Chemical kinetics. Acids and bases. Stoichiometry. Solubility equilibriums in water. Electrochemistry. Radiochemistry and nuclear chemistry.
1) Kotz, Treichel,
Chemistry and chemical reactivity
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