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INORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Module code: CH204
Credits: 5
Semester: 2
Department: CHEMISTRY
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	Overview
	Introduction to coordination chemistry and the chemistry of the s-block metals. This module will cover the following important areas in chemistry: (i) Coordination Chemistry: (a) Introduction to transition metals. (b) Historical development of co-ordination chemistry and definitions. (c) Co-ordination numbers and structures of complexes. (d) Nomenclature and isomerism. (e) Bonding in transition metal complexes. (f) Complex formation. (g) Thermodynamic and kinetic stability. (h) Electron transfer reactions. (ii) S-block chemistry: (a) Hydrogen: isotopes, occurrence, synthesis, physical properties. H+ and H-, Hydrides, bond energies in the hydrides, hydrogen bonding, hydrogen compounds across the periodic table. (b) Chemistry of the Group 1 and Group 2. Occurrence, uses, physical properties. Halides, oxides, oxoacids and salts. Carbonate and hydrogen carbonates. Coordination chemistry of group 1 and 2. Fajan's rules, solubility in water and conductivity. Similarity in chemistry between Li+ and Mg2+ and (diagonal relationship). (c) Solid state energetic of group 1 and 3 salts: Born-Haber cycles and lattice energies.

Overview

Introduction to coordination chemistry and the chemistry of the s-block metals.

This module will cover the following important areas in chemistry:
(i) Coordination Chemistry: (a) Introduction to transition metals. (b) Historical development of co-ordination chemistry and definitions. (c) Co-ordination numbers and structures of complexes. (d) Nomenclature and isomerism. (e) Bonding in transition metal complexes. (f) Complex formation. (g) Thermodynamic and kinetic stability. (h) Electron transfer reactions.

(ii) S-block chemistry: (a) Hydrogen: isotopes, occurrence, synthesis, physical properties. H+ and H-, Hydrides, bond energies in the hydrides, hydrogen bonding, hydrogen compounds across the periodic table. (b) Chemistry of the Group 1 and Group 2. Occurrence, uses, physical properties. Halides, oxides, oxoacids and salts. Carbonate and hydrogen carbonates. Coordination chemistry of group 1 and 2. Fajan's rules, solubility in water and conductivity. Similarity in chemistry between Li+ and Mg2+ and (diagonal relationship). (c) Solid state energetic of group 1 and 3 salts: Born-Haber cycles and lattice energies.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Apply the rules of naming complexes and draw structures of named complexes. Interpret selected physical properties of complexes in terms of bonding models. Determine the stepwise and overall stability constants of complexes. Predict ligand substitution based on ligand-field stabilisation energies. Describe different routes for electron transfer reactions. Understand the chemistry and the reactivity of hydrogen. Understand the chemistry and reactivity of selected Group 1 and Group 2 metals. Use Born-Haber cycles to calculate the lattice energy.

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Assessment

Module Graded (numeric value) or Ungraded (Pass/Not Passed): Graded
Continuous Assessment detail(s): Continuous assessment comprises of laboratory/practical classes and workshops.

Assessment type	Weighting	Duration
Continuous Assessment	30%
University scheduled written examination	70%	90 minutes
Other	0%
Total	100%	90 minutes

Pass standard: 40%
Could the result of this module be capped? No
The pass standard is 40%, subject to a minimum mark of 40% in practical class work (satisfactory attendance at practical classes is also a requirement). The module mark will be capped at 35% in cases where a student does not pass the continuous assessment component of the module (ie. continuous assessment mark of less than 40%; absent from more than 2 labs in one module; absent from more than 2 labs in one semester). Students who obtain an �E capped� mark who choose to re-sit the written exam in August cannot improve their module mark, which will remain capped at 35% (35% is within the compensation threshold). Students who obtain an �F capped� mark who choose to re-sit the written exam in August can improve their module mark to a maximum of 35%, ie. the module mark is capped at 35% (35% is within the compensation threshold). NOTE: Students should familiarise themselves with the Departmental Rules & Regulations outlined in the 2nd year manual.
Penalties: There is no option to repeat the continuous assessment component of the module within the same period of study.

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes There is an opportunity to re-sit the written examination within the same period of study, ie. Autumn. The continuous assessment mark is carried forward to the Autumn examination. Please refer to assessment rules. A student who does not pass a module may repeat the module or a suitable substitute module in a subsequent academic year. If a module has been modified or discontinued, a student may take an alternative module. University scheduled written examination (Autumn): 90 minutes Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment registration permitted? No Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment capped? No

Autumn Supplementals/Resits

	Pre-Requisites
	CH101, CH102

	Timetable
	This timetable is not currently available, please contact the Chemistry Department.

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