Courses

Properties of atoms and ions, bonding theory and structure, acid-base theory, coordination chemistry are studied. Emphasis is on the underlying theoretical

The thermodynamic, kinetic, and quantum mechanical properties of inorganic compounds are investigated. Bonding models are used to explain the physical and chemical properties of organometallic, main group, and heavy metal systems. Nuclear properties of the elements are explored and nuclear models are compared.

Survey with emphasis on structure and reactivity of inorganic compounds.

Selected topics within the great diversity of inorganic chemistry, including theories and concepts that help explain much of the chemistry of the main group and transition elements.

An intensive study of selected topics of inorganic chemistry including atomic structure, acid base systems, selected groups of elements, group theory, and crystal field and ligand field theory as applied to coordination compounds.

Selected topics in inorganic chemistry. Three class periods per week.

Current concepts of inorganic chemistry with an emphasis on theory, structure, bonding and reactivity.

A detailed study of the quantum theory, atomic and molecular structure, the periodic table, theories of chemical bonding, and the chemistry of inorganic complex compounds. Emphasis will be placed on the qualitative aspects of ligand field theory.

Preparation, characterization and properties of bioinorganic, organometallic and macromolecular inorganic compounds; special techniques (glove box manipulations and double-manifold Schlenk lines) for handling air-sensitive materials.

Laboratory exercises to complement and reinforce the concepts covered in CHM 451. Pre/corequisite: CHM 451.