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Archived Version 2012 - 2013
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Description To introduce the basic aspects of coordination chemistry, ligand field theory. To introduce the concept of symmetry and its effect on spectroscopy. To introduce main group chemistry. To provide examples of the application of inorganic chemistry in industry. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. have a comprehensive overview of coordination chemistry 2. know the importance of symmetry 3. explain with the aid of examples main group chemistry | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Molecular Shape and SymmetryVSEPR concept; symmetry elements; introduction to point groups for describing molecular geometry, point groups in infrared spectroscopy.Main Group ChemistryGroup 13 Halides, oxides, nitrogen compounds, borates and borides, organometallic compounds; Group 14Simple compounds; carbides; silicates and silicones; stability of the +2 oxidation state; catenation; organo metallic compounds. Group 15 Oxides, halides and sulphur compounds of nitrogen and phosphorus; acids and phosphates; nitrides. Application of inorganic compounds in industry.Transition Metal Chemistry.Introduction to crystal field theory; splitting of 'd' energy levels in octahedral, tetrahedral and square planar complexes; 10Dq and the spectrochemical series; high and low spin complexes; magnetic properties; Oxidation states and reaction chemistry of the elements and their compounds; Classical complexes, including a discussion of coordination number, nomenclature and isomerism. Survey of transition elements, first, second and third row transition elements Lanthanide's. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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