General Chemistry

Catalog description

Advisory: Completion of CHEM 101. Prerequisite: Completion of Intermediate Algebra or higher or placement by multiple measures. This course is designed for students taking courses in the sciences, mathematics, and related STEM areas. It introduces the atom and its largest subatomic particles. Describes and quantifies how these particles are involved in chemical reactions, physical states, chemical energy, and bonding models. Examines chemical theory in the context of familiar phenomena. Theories are tested and evaluated in the laboratory. To succeed in CHEM 110, students are required to successfully complete CHEM 101 or one year of High School Chemistry. Algebra is used extensively to solve problems involving quantities. One hour of lecture time may be reserved for small group activities and analysis. (C-ID: CHEM 110) (UC, CSU, AVC)