Atomic and Molecular Principles

Catalog description

The fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry are presented from a molecular standpoint. The basic concepts of bonding (Lewis, valence bond, and morlecular orbital theories), molecular structure and geometry, intermolecular forces, thermochemistry, periodic element trends, and the gas laws are introduced with relevant chemical, biological and environmental examples. All chemistry and biochemistry majors are required to enroll in this course. Students must register concurrently for CHEM 151L. Lecture, three hours; recitation, three hours.