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General Chemistry (Organic Chemistry) I
Allgemeine Chemie I (OC)
Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:29
Abstract
Introduction to Organic Chemistry. Classical structure theory, stereochemistry, chemical bonds and bonding, symmetry, nomenclature, organic thermochemistry, conformational analysis, basics of chemical reactions.
Objective
Introduction to the structures of organic compounds as well as the structural and energetic basis of organic chemistry.
Content
Introduction to the history of organic chemistry, introduction to nomenclature, learning of classical structures and stereochemistry: isomerism, Fischer projections, CIP rules, molecular symmetry and chirality, topicity, chemical bonding: Lewis bonding model and resonance theory in organic chemistry, description of linear and cyclic conjugated molecules, aromaticity, Huckel rules, organic thermochemistry, learning of organic chemistry reactions, intermolecular interactions.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Documents are made available as PDFs via the Moodle platform.
Literature
C. E. Housecroft & E. C. Constable: Chemistry, An Introduction to Organic, Inorganic and Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall / Pearson, 2010, ISBN 978-0-273-71545-0
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes
- Aids
- Keine
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Allgemeine Chemie I (OC) | No time listed | 2 h weekly |
| exercise |
Allgemeine Chemie I (OC)
Die Übungsstunden der ersten Lektion beginnen unabhängig vom Unterrichtsraum jeweils um 7:45 Uhr bzw 8:45 Uhr.
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No time listed | 1 h weekly |