Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Description
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure encompasses the study of how atoms combine forming chemical bonds and the three-dimensional structures of molecules. The subject covers ionic bonding through electron transfer, covalent bonding through electron sharing, metallic bonding, and the relationship between bond type and chemical properties. Learners will understand how bonding determines compound reactivity, solubility, and physical properties.
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this subject, learners will be able to understand ionic bonding and ionic compounds. They will analyze covalent bonding and molecular structures. Learners will understand metallic bonding. They will evaluate electronegativity and bond polarity. They will analyze how bonding affects properties. Finally, learners will synthesize information to understand how chemical bonding explains material properties.