First of a two-semester sequence in General Chemistry. Topics presented will include basic measurements, atomic structure, periodic table, nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic theory, electron configuration, ionization energies, bond enthalpy calculations, Lewis Structures, resonance, valence shell electron pair repulsion theory, valence bond theory, molecular orbital theory, gas laws, structure and properties of solids, liquids and solution. Laboratory is included.
Prerequisites: Algebra I and Algebra II. Separate sections are provided for those students who have completed a year of Chemistry prior to their arrival at OSSM.