Welcome to Unit 1: Structure, Bonding, and Introduction to Organic Chemistry
This unit lays the foundation for your advanced study of chemistry. We will begin by mastering essential skills, including writing chemical formulae, balancing equations, and calculating chemical quantities.
From there, we will delve into the fascinating world of atomic structure, exploring how the arrangement of electrons in orbitals explains the organization of the Periodic Table and the trends in elemental properties. This understanding will lead us directly into the three types of strong chemical bonding—ionic, covalent, and metallic—and allow us to predict the shapes of molecules.
Finally, we’ll step into the realm of organic chemistry, studying the properties and reactions of alkanes and alkenes and introducing the concept of reaction mechanisms. Throughout this unit, you’ll develop crucial practical and mathematical skills that are vital for thinking and working like a chemist.
Meet Ms. Chemi to revise your knowledge.