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Sep 17, 2024
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CH 131 - Principles of Chemistry II (CBL-R)
Credits: 4
In CH 131 we begin by studying how the nature of chemical bonds and molecules dictates the macroscopic properties of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions. We then move on to a discussion of the mechanics of and the role of time in chemical reactions (equilibrium and kinetics). After that, we take a more applications-based approach to building your knowledge and appreciation of the chemistry behind acid-base and redox systems. Finally, we revisit thermodynamics with a look at entropy and the spontaneity of chemical reactions.
This is a Community-Based Learning - Required (CBL-R) course.
Prerequisite/Corequisite
Prerequisite: CH 130 or permission of instructor
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to do the following:
- Model and describe the nature of solids, liquids, and solutions, conversions among phases, and the molecular factors that influence properties of phases.
- Apply the principles of kinetics in calculating reaction rates, activation energies, and order of reactions, and relating such topics to reaction mechanisms.
- Apply the principles of equilibrium in calculations involving gases, acids-bases, and slightly soluble ionic compounds.
- Calculate if and understand why a reaction is thermodynamically favored, or not.
- Solve quantitative problems competently by identifying the essential parts of a problem and formulating a strategy for solving the problem, and assessing whether a solution is realistic given the context of the problem.
- Communicate chemistry ideas to classmates, instructors, and the general public.
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