This introductory unit is intended for students with minimal chemistry background. You will learn about substances in the world around us. All substances are made of atoms, molecules, and ions; these substances change from one substance to another in chemical reactions. You will learn about chemical measurement and how to perform calculations related to the amount of substance. You will learn about simple concepts of how atoms are bonded together to form molecules, and ions, and how their bonding affects properties like intermolecular interactions, boiling points, ease of evaporation and the ability of substances to dissolve in water. You will apply these concepts of bonding, chemical... -- Course Website
Instructor: X Conlan
Prerequisites: Nil (Students who have successfully completed VCE Chemistry 3 and 4 or equivalent are normally advised to choose an elective in place of this unit).
