Inorganic Chemistry

Show the models and theories necessary to rationalize the stereochemistry and reactivity of the compounds of the elements of the main groups. Analyze and discuss the periodic behavior of chemical properties. Build a conceptual framework that allows the student to organize events related to the chemistry of the elements of the main groups and transition metals (limited to their binary compounds with non-metals).

The student will be able to recognize the symmetry of simple molecules and apply the theory of groups to find the molecular vibrations IR and Raman active and apply the qualitative theory of the molecular orbital QTMO with the construction of an interaction diagram. To know the main structural types of the solid state compounds not only according to the sphere packing models but also using concept of underlying net. To have a broader understanding of Acid-Base theories including Hard-Soft acid-base models. In electrochemistry will be able to draw Frost diagrams and discuss Pourbaix and Ellingham diagrams. The periodic trends of the chemical properties and the reactivity of the compounds of the elements of the main groups and of the transition metals (limited to their binary compounds with nonmetals) will thus be discussed according to the most up-to-date views of inorganic chemistry.