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Chemistry
Chemie
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:37:33
Abstract
Introduction to chemistry with aspects of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry.
Objective
- Understanding of simple models of chemical bonding and the three-dimensional molecular structure - Quantitative description of selected chemical systems by means of reaction equations and equilibria - Understanding of fundamental concepts of chemical kinetics (e.g. reaction order, rate law, rate constant)
Content
Periodic system of the elements, chemical bonding (LCAO-MO), molecular structure (VSEPR), reactions, equilibria, chemical kinetics.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Handouts of lecture presentations and additional supporting information will be offered.
Literature
C.E. Housecroft, E.C. Constable, Chemistry. An Introduction to Organic, Inorganic and Physical Chemistry, 4th ed., Pearson: Harlow 2010. C.E. Mortimer, U. Müller, Chemie, 11. Auflage, Thieme: Stuttgart 2014.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Zusammenfassung von 3 A4-Seiten, einseitig, handgeschrieben (jegliche Art von Ausdrucken (z.B. von einem eingescannten Dokument oder von einem auf einem Tablet erstellten File) und jegliche Art von Fotokopien werden nicht akzeptiert); Periodisches System der Elemente; Taschenrechner (nicht kommunikationsfähig).
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Chemie
Vorlesung: Di 9-11
Übungen: Di 11-12
|
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3 h weekly |