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CHM205Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Inorganic Chemistry Ii

This course continues the study of the periodic trends in the properties of the elements, specifically focusing on the p-block elements. It covers the chemistry of Groups 14, 15, and 17, comparing their properties with those of the s-block elements. Topics include occurrence, extraction, uses, chemical and physical properties, oxides, hydrides, halides, and anomalous behaviors. The course also explores nitrogen cycle, nitrogen fixation, and phosphate fertilizers.

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120h
Study Time
13
Weeks
9h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Inorganic Chemistryp-block elementsPeriodic TrendsGroup 14Group 15

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Periodic Trends

2

p-Block Elements

3

Group 14 Chemistry

4

Group 15 Chemistry

5

Group 17 Chemistry

6

Halogens

7

Nitrogen Cycle

8

Phosphate Fertilizers

Total Topics8 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

CHM 101

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Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Elements of Group 14 (Carbon Group)

3h

Unit 1: Elements of Group 14 (Carbon Group): Occurrence, extraction and uses; Chemical and physical properties of members.

3 study hours
  • •Read about the occurrence and extraction of carbon group elements.
  • •Study the allotropic forms of carbon and their properties.
  • •Solve problems related to the general characteristics of Group 14 elements.
Week
2

Module 1: Elements of Group 14 (Carbon Group)

3h

Unit 1: Elements of Group 14 (Carbon Group): Nature of oxides, hydrides, complexation behaviour and anomalous behaviour of carbon; Silica and silicates, chemistry of divalent silicon, germanium, tin and lead compounds.

3 study hours
  • •Examine the nature of oxides, hydrides, and complexation behavior of Group 14 elements.
  • •Analyze the anomalous behavior of carbon.
  • •Study the structure and uses of silica and silicates.
Week
3

Module 1: Elements of Group 14 (Carbon Group)

3h

Unit 1: Elements of Group 14 (Carbon Group): Silica and silicates, chemistry of divalent silicon, germanium, tin and lead compounds.

3 study hours
  • •Study the chemistry of divalent silicon, germanium, tin, and lead compounds.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment for Module 1.
  • •Review all key concepts from Unit 1.
Week
4

Module 2: Elements of Group 15 (Nitrogen Group)

3h

Unit 2: Elements of Group 15 (Nitrogen Group): Occurrence, extraction and uses; Chemical and physical properties of members.

3 study hours
  • •Read about the occurrence and extraction of nitrogen group elements.
  • •Study the chemical and physical properties of Group 15 elements.
  • •Solve problems related to the general characteristics of Group 15 elements.
Week
5

Module 2: Elements of Group 15 (Nitrogen Group)

3h

Unit 2: Elements of Group 15 (Nitrogen Group): Nature of oxides, hydrides, halides Oxyacids of elements; Nitrogen cycle and fixation.

3 study hours
  • •Examine the nature of oxides, hydrides, and halides of Group 15 elements.
  • •Analyze the oxyacids of nitrogen, phosphorus, arsenic, and antimony.
  • •Study the nitrogen cycle and fixation.
Week
6

Module 2: Elements of Group 15 (Nitrogen Group)

3h

Unit 2: Elements of Group 15 (Nitrogen Group): Phosphate fertilizers, anomalous behaviour of Oxygen.

3 study hours
  • •Study phosphate fertilizers and their uses.
  • •Analyze the anomalous behavior of nitrogen.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment for Module 2.
Week
7

Module 3: Elements of Group 17 (Fluorine Group)

3h

Unit 3: Elements of Group 17 (Fluorine Group): Occurrence, extraction and uses; Chemical and physical properties of members.

3 study hours
  • •Read about the occurrence and extraction of fluorine group elements.
  • •Study the chemical and physical properties of Group 17 elements.
  • •Solve problems related to the general characteristics of Group 17 elements.
Week
8

Module 3: Elements of Group 17 (Fluorine Group)

3h

Unit 3: Elements of Group 17 (Fluorine Group): Nature of oxides, hydrides, Oxyacids of the elements; Psuedo halogens and pseudo halides; Anomalous behaviour of fluorine.

3 study hours
  • •Examine the nature of oxides, hydrides, and oxyacids of Group 17 elements.
  • •Analyze the pseudo halogens and pseudo halides.
  • •Study the anomalous behavior of fluorine.
Week
9

Module 3: Elements of Group 17 (Fluorine Group)

3h

Unit 3: Elements of Group 17 (Fluorine Group): Anomalous behaviour of fluorine.

3 study hours
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment for Module 3.
  • •Review all key concepts from Unit 3.
  • •Practice problems on Group 17 elements.
Week
10

Module 1: Elements of Group 14 (Carbon Group)

3h

Unit 1: Elements of Group 14 (Carbon Group): Review and Assignments

3 study hours
  • •Review all key concepts from Module 1.
  • •Practice problems on Group 14 elements.
  • •Prepare for assignments related to Module 1.
Week
11

Module 2: Elements of Group 15 (Nitrogen Group)

3h

Unit 2: Elements of Group 15 (Nitrogen Group): Review and Assignments

3 study hours
  • •Review all key concepts from Module 2.
  • •Practice problems on Group 15 elements.
  • •Prepare for assignments related to Module 2.
Week
12

Module 3: Elements of Group 17 (Fluorine Group)

3h

Unit 3: Elements of Group 17 (Fluorine Group): Review and Assignments

3 study hours
  • •Review all key concepts from Module 3.
  • •Practice problems on Group 17 elements.
  • •Prepare for assignments related to Module 3.
Week
13

Final Revision

3h

Final Revision: Comprehensive Review and Exam Preparation

3 study hours
  • •Comprehensive review of all modules.
  • •Work through past examination questions.
  • •Final preparation for the examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed concept maps linking the properties of s-block and p-block elements (Modules 1-3).

2

Practice writing balanced chemical equations for reactions involving Group 14, 15, and 17 elements (Units 1-9).

3

Focus on understanding the reasons behind anomalous behavior of first elements in each group (Units 1-3).

4

Review the nitrogen cycle and phosphate fertilizer production processes, focusing on key chemical transformations (Unit 2).

5

Practice drawing and interpreting molecular structures of oxides, hydrides, and halides (Units 1-3).

6

Memorize key extraction methods and industrial uses for each element covered in the course (Units 1-3).

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