Essentials of Chemistry

Catalog description

Introduces students to the essential theories and principles of general chemistry and their application to modern society. Topics include chemical reactions, atomic and molecular structure, stoichiometry, bonding, the periodic table, acid-base theory, equilibrium, properties of gases, liquids and solids, and kinetics. The lecture course emphasizes problem-solving techniques while the laboratory portion introduces students to the methods of scientific investigation and basic laboratory techniques. One semester lecture/lab course; (lecture: 3 hours; lab: 2 hours) Laboratory fee. May count towards Science and Tech; not for BIOL or CHEM majors. Recommended for SPAU majors.