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Gain a comprehensive understanding of how atoms combine to form compounds, exploring chemical bonding, molecular shapes, and the language of chemistry. This course focuses on the principles that govern molecular interactions and compound formation. This course covers the core concepts of chemical bonding, including ionic and covalent bonds, molecular geometry, and polarity. Learners will practice naming compounds, writing chemical formulas, and interpreting Lewis structures. The course also introduces the mole concept and its applications in chemical calculations, providing the tools needed to analyze and predict chemical behavior. Through detailed explanations and practical examples, the course guides learners from basic bonding principles to more advanced topics in molecular structure and nomenclature. Emphasis is placed on conceptual understanding and the application of chemical language. This course is part two of a three-course Specialization designed to build a complete and cohesive understanding of the subject. While it offers valuable skills on its own, you'll gain the most benefit by progressing through all three courses as a structured learning journey. This course is based on Chemistry All-in-One For Dummies, by Christopher R. Hren, John T. Moore and Peter J. Mikulecky. From Chemistry All-in-One For Dummies Copyright © 2023 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Syllabus

Building Bonds
- This module explores the fundamental principles of chemical bonding, including ionic and covalent bonding, electron configurations, and the role of valence electrons in forming stable compounds. Learners will gain a clear understanding of how atoms interact and bond to achieve stability.
The Shape of Molecules
- This module explores the principles of molecular geometry, including how molecular shapes are determined through VSEPR theory and how these shapes influence a molecule's properties. It also covers topics such as molecular polarity, covalent bonding, and the relationship between structure and reactivity. Learners will gain the ability to predict and analyze molecular behavior based on structural and electronegativity factors.
Naming Compounds and Writing Formulas
- This module provides an in-depth exploration of chemical nomenclature, covering the systematic naming of ionic, covalent, and acidic compounds. Learners will gain the ability to write accurate chemical formulas and understand the rules that govern compound naming. Through practical examples and exercises, students will build confidence in applying these conventions in real-world scenarios.
Understanding the Many Uses of the Mole
- This module introduces the mole concept, a fundamental tool in chemistry for handling large numbers of particles. Learners will gain skills in converting between mass, moles, and volume, and will learn how to calculate percent composition and empirical formulas. The module also includes practice questions to reinforce understanding and application of these concepts.
Getting a Grip on Chemical Equations
- This module covers the fundamentals of chemical equations, including how to write, balance, and interpret them. It explores reaction types, energy changes, and the role of collisions in chemical processes. Learners will gain practical skills in predicting reaction products and analyzing molecular interactions.
Putting Stoichiometry to Work
- This module provides a comprehensive overview of stoichiometry, focusing on molar mass calculations, mole conversions, and determining limiting reactants. Learners will develop the ability to analyze and solve real-world chemical reaction problems, including calculating percent yield. The module emphasizes practical applications of stoichiometric principles in chemistry.