How do the elements vary across the periodic table? How can we utilise these variations to optimise the reactivity of compounds and their physical properties, as required by modern society? This module will give you an understanding of how the variation in bonding across the periodic table leads to predictable and useful trends in structure and properties. The key properties of the transition metals are explored
this will enable you to understand how their fascinating and versatile properties arise, laying the groundwork for their application in diverse and distinctive settings. This module will develop your ability to understand and apply the key underpinning principles of inorganic chemistry supported by associated mathematical methods. This will be key to mastery of chemical structure, reactivity and functional properties required by chemists.
Lecture 28 hours, Workshop 4 hours
2 hours Test. Assessment Details: VLE Test worth 20%.
1,500 words Short Writing Piece. Assessment Details: Problem Sheet worth 20%.
2 hours Exam. Assessment Details: Exam worth 60%.
Reassessment Method: Like-for-like
On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:
1. Describe core scientific concepts, terminology, conventions and methods of inorganic chemistry
2. Discuss foundational areas of inorganic chemistry such as the periodic properties of the elements and the chemistry of transition metal complexes
3. Explain and apply essential concepts and theories of inorganic chemistry to solve qualitative and quantitative problems
4. Recognise and analyse problems in inorganic chemistry and plan strategies for their solution by the interpretation and application of scientific information and data, including associated calculations
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