CHE 240 - Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry

Foundational course in inorganic chemistry. Topics include nuclear chemistry and atomic structure, simple bonding and molecular orbital theory, molecular symmetry and group theory, acid-base and donor-acceptor chemistry, solid-state and crystal-field theory, coordination chemistry, and modern inorganic chemistry topics in fields like solar energy conversion, materials science, and nanoparticles.

Satisfies a major requirement in Chemistry.
Satisfies a minor requirement in Chemistry.
Students entering 2012 and after: satisfies Natural Science distribution requirement.
Students entering before 2012: satisfies science with a lab distribution requirement.

Prerequisites & Notes
Chemistry 115. One laboratory meeting per week. (Fall or Spring)