Qualitative Inorganic Analysis According to Pharmacopoeia and Laboratory of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis
A.Y. 2025/2026
Learning objectives
The course is composed by lectures (Inorganic qualitative analysis according to Pharmacopoeia) and individual laboratory training (Laboratory of inorganic qualitative analysis).
The main topics of the lectures are the in-depth analysis of the preparatory courses knowledge (General and Inorganic Chemistry, and Stoichiometry and Analytical Chemistry) applied on the qualitative analysis and the learning of laboratory safety rules, basic techniques of the practical experimental chemistry and the analytical procedures. These skills will be applied during the laboratory experiences, which will be focused on the study of the physical states, of the reactivity and the identification of the inorganic compounds of medicinal and toxicological relevance prescribed by Italian and European Pharmacopoeias.
The main topics of the lectures are the in-depth analysis of the preparatory courses knowledge (General and Inorganic Chemistry, and Stoichiometry and Analytical Chemistry) applied on the qualitative analysis and the learning of laboratory safety rules, basic techniques of the practical experimental chemistry and the analytical procedures. These skills will be applied during the laboratory experiences, which will be focused on the study of the physical states, of the reactivity and the identification of the inorganic compounds of medicinal and toxicological relevance prescribed by Italian and European Pharmacopoeias.
Expected learning outcomes
By the lectures, the students will improve their knowledge concerning the theoretical and practical aspects related to the general and inorganic chemistry, qualitative analysis, which they will apply during the individual experimental practices.
By the laboratory experiences (mandatory), the students will acquire expertize to perform studies on the physical states, on the reactivity and to identify inorganic compounds.
By the laboratory experiences (mandatory), the students will acquire expertize to perform studies on the physical states, on the reactivity and to identify inorganic compounds.
Lesson period: Activity scheduled over several sessions (see Course syllabus and organization section for more detailed information).
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Linea 1
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
Program of the lectures:
- Introduction to the inorganic qualitative analysis.
- Safety guidelines in chemistry laboratory and hazard prevention.
- Basic laboratory procedures.
- Theoretical aspects of the dissolution and precipitation processes.
- Salt hydrolysis: acid/base properties of anions, cations and salts.
- Analysis of anions.
- Analysis of cations (analysis by precipitation of six analytical groups).
- Identification methods for unknown inorganic compounds listed in the European Pharmacopoeia.
- Introduction to the laboratory simulator (LabSim).
- Overview of the biochemical, pharmaceutical-chemical, and toxicological implications of the inorganic substances under analysis.
Program of the practical laboratory experiences:
- Use of laboratory glassware and tools.
- Solubility of salts, hydrolysis of salts, pH measurement, preparation of solutions.
- Reactivity of inorganic substances.
- Study of the physical state of matter.
- Anion and cation recognition assays for the identification of unknown inorganic substances listed in the European Pharmacopoeia.
- Analysis of inorganic pharmaceutical specialties commercially available in pharmacies.
- Introduction to the inorganic qualitative analysis.
- Safety guidelines in chemistry laboratory and hazard prevention.
- Basic laboratory procedures.
- Theoretical aspects of the dissolution and precipitation processes.
- Salt hydrolysis: acid/base properties of anions, cations and salts.
- Analysis of anions.
- Analysis of cations (analysis by precipitation of six analytical groups).
- Identification methods for unknown inorganic compounds listed in the European Pharmacopoeia.
- Introduction to the laboratory simulator (LabSim).
- Overview of the biochemical, pharmaceutical-chemical, and toxicological implications of the inorganic substances under analysis.
Program of the practical laboratory experiences:
- Use of laboratory glassware and tools.
- Solubility of salts, hydrolysis of salts, pH measurement, preparation of solutions.
- Reactivity of inorganic substances.
- Study of the physical state of matter.
- Anion and cation recognition assays for the identification of unknown inorganic substances listed in the European Pharmacopoeia.
- Analysis of inorganic pharmaceutical specialties commercially available in pharmacies.
Prerequisites for admission
The course takes place in the first semester of the second year. The students are expected to have a basic knowledge of Inorganic Chemistry.
Teaching methods
The course includes both lectures (Qualitative Inorganic Analysis According to Pharmacopoeia teaching unit) and practical laboratory experiences (Laboratory of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis teaching unit).
The unit of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis According to Pharmacopoeia (4 CFU) consists of a series of lectures designed to prepare the students for the experimental laboratory training. Since the lectures are delivered concurrently with the lab sessions, attendance is strongly recommended.
The Laboratory of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis unit (2 CFU) includes eight individual laboratory sessions, with mandatory attendance. To support this teaching activity, the students can use the LabSim simulator (https://www.ddl.unimi.it/labsim/index_en.htm), an innovative educational tool specifically developed to offer a complete immersive experience through virtual reality technology. The simulator allows students to explore various practical aspects and practice in preparation for the laboratory sessions.
The unit of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis According to Pharmacopoeia (4 CFU) consists of a series of lectures designed to prepare the students for the experimental laboratory training. Since the lectures are delivered concurrently with the lab sessions, attendance is strongly recommended.
The Laboratory of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis unit (2 CFU) includes eight individual laboratory sessions, with mandatory attendance. To support this teaching activity, the students can use the LabSim simulator (https://www.ddl.unimi.it/labsim/index_en.htm), an innovative educational tool specifically developed to offer a complete immersive experience through virtual reality technology. The simulator allows students to explore various practical aspects and practice in preparation for the laboratory sessions.
Teaching Resources
Recommended books:
- A. Araneo, Chimica Analitica Qualitativa, Casa Editrice Ambrosiana, Milano.
- G. Charlot, Analisi Chimica Qualitativa, Piccin Editore, Padova.
- G. Svela, Vogel's Qualitative Inorganic Analysis, Edizioni Logman, Harlow.
Reference books:
- F. Savelli, O. Bruno, Analisi Chimico Farmaceutica, Piccin Editore, Padova.
- Farmacopea Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana.
- Farmacopea Europea.
Supporting material:
Available in digital format by download from myAriel site.
- A. Araneo, Chimica Analitica Qualitativa, Casa Editrice Ambrosiana, Milano.
- G. Charlot, Analisi Chimica Qualitativa, Piccin Editore, Padova.
- G. Svela, Vogel's Qualitative Inorganic Analysis, Edizioni Logman, Harlow.
Reference books:
- F. Savelli, O. Bruno, Analisi Chimico Farmaceutica, Piccin Editore, Padova.
- Farmacopea Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana.
- Farmacopea Europea.
Supporting material:
Available in digital format by download from myAriel site.
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam consists of a written test with 13 questions to be completed in 90 minutes. The overall evaluation is expressed in thirtieths. Specifically, each answer can contribute up to a maximum of 2/30, for a total of 26/30. The remaining 4/30 come from the evaluation of the laboratory activity (teaching unit: Laboratory of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis), which involves the analysis of four unknown inorganic substances listed in the European Pharmacopoeia. Each correctly identified substance contributes 1/30 to the laboratory evaluation. The score obtained for the laboratory activity is communicated anonymously via the myAriel platform before the first available session for taking the written test. The final exam result is communicated by email through the SIFA/UniMia platform within one week from the exam date, unless otherwise specified. Sample exam papers are available on the course's myAriel platform.
CHIM/08 - PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY - University credits: 6
Single bench laboratory practical: 32 hours
Lessons: 32 hours
Lessons: 32 hours
Professors:
Meneghetti Fiorella, Pedretti Alessandro
Shifts:
Professor:
Pedretti Alessandro
Turno 1
Professor:
Meneghetti FiorellaTurno 2
Professor:
Pedretti AlessandroLinea 2
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
CHIM/08 - PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY - University credits: 6
Single bench laboratory practical: 32 hours
Lessons: 32 hours
Lessons: 32 hours
Professor:
Gelain Arianna
Professor(s)
Reception:
Every day by appointment
Deparment of Pharmaceutical Sciences - Medicinal Chemistry