Chemistry of elements s and p

CH-221 / 2 credits

Teacher: Severin Kay

Language: English

Summary

Introduction to the chemistry of the s & p elements of the periodic table.

Content

The course will be a "walk" through the periodic table with focus on the main group elements. This includes a brief history of the respective element, a description of the most important compounds (syntheses, structures, physical properties and reactivities) and a discussion of trends within the different groups.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, the student must be able to:

  • Recall general trends in the periodic table of elements.
  • Recall methods for the synthesis of the s & p block elements.
  • Recall the structures, the properties, applications, and the chemical reactivity of the s & p block elements.
  • Differentiate the different allotropes of the s & p block elements.
  • Derive the structure of compounds of the s & p block elements.
  • Derive equations for reactions of compounds of the s & p block elements.
  • Recall relevant oxidation states for the s & p block elements.

Assessment methods

Written exam

Resources

Ressources en bibliothèque

Websites

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In the programs

  • Semester: Fall
  • Exam form: Written (winter session)
  • Subject examined: Chemistry of elements s and p
  • Lecture: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
  • Type: mandatory
  • Semester: Fall
  • Exam form: Written (winter session)
  • Subject examined: Chemistry of elements s and p
  • Lecture: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
  • Type: mandatory

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