The lecture notes is given in such a way that a beginner can understand the important concepts of chemistry.
Link:
http://www.chem.memphis.edu/bridson/FundChem/fund_toc.htmContents are given below:
Numbers and Measurements
-the difference between precision and accuracy
-significant figures in a measurement or estimate
-converting numbers to and from scientific notation
Time and Length
-the base unit second (s) and other units of time
-the base unit meter (m) and other units of length
-some metric system prefixes: kilo, deci, centi, milli, micro, nano
Mass and Volume
-grams (g) and other units of mass
-liters (L) and other units of volume
-calculations with numbers in scientific notation
Physical Properties of Matter
- the relationship between mass, volume, and density
-different units of temperature
-the physical states of matter
Mixtures
- heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures
- percentage as a quantitative description of composition
- the difference between a mixture and a pure substance
Elements and Compounds
- the Law of Conservation of Mass equates quantities of reactants and products
- the difference between elements and compounds
- principles and implications of the atomic theory
Matter and Energy
- different forms of energy
- units of energy: joule and calorie
-specific heat relates temperature change to quantity of energy transferred
Atomic Structure
-the properties of protons, neutrons, and electrons and their distribution in atoms
- atomic number and mass number define isotopes
-the origin and meaning of atomic mass
The Periodic Table
-organization of the periodic table
-main groups and the transition elements
- distribution of electrons among shells and sub-shells in the atom
Binary Compounds
-elements are metals, metalloids, or non-metals
-composition and naming of ionic compounds
-composition, representation, and naming of molecular compounds
The Mole and Molar Mass
- the mole, i.e. Avogadro's number of objects
- molar mass for elements and compounds
- percentage composition of a compound from its formula
Oxidation and Reduction
-writing balanced chemical equations
-reactions of elements with oxygen
-oxidation (loss of electrons) and reduction (gain of electrons)
Aqueous Solutions
- the observed properties of water in terms of the behavior of molecules
- aqueous solutions of molecular and ionic compounds
- molarity, concentration expressed as moles of solute per liter of solution
Acids, Bases, and pH
Polyatomic Ions
Neutralization Reactions
Precipitation Reactions
Quantitative Relationships
RedOx Reactions
The Gas Laws
Ideal Gas Equation
