Chemical bonding and molecular structure. – Introduction to Chemical Bonding – Definition of chemical bonding – Importance of chemical bonding in chemistry – Historical development of theories on chemical bonding – Types of Chemical Bonds – Ionic Bonds – Definition and characteristics – Formation of ionic bonds – Examples of compounds with ionic bonds – … Read more
What is pollution? – Introduction – Definition of environmental pollution – Importance of addressing environmental pollution – Overview of major types of environmental pollution – Air Pollution – Definition and sources – Effects on human health – Effects on ecosystems – Prevention and control measures – Water Pollution – Definition and sources – Effects on … Read more
What are helium balloons? Outline – Introduction – Definition of helium balloons – Importance and uses – History of Helium Balloons – Early development – Evolution over time – Major milestones – Properties of Helium – Chemical properties – Physical properties – Unique characteristics relevant to balloons – Manufacturing Process – Sourcing helium – Balloon … Read more
What is organic Chemistry?.. Basic Concepts of Organic Chemistry – Definition and scope of organic chemistry – Tetravalency of carbon – Shapes of organic molecules – Structural representation of organic compounds (Bond-line, Newman, Sawhorse, etc.) **Hydrocarbons** – Classification – Alkanes – Alkenes – Alkynes – Aromatic hydrocarbons (Benzene and its derivatives) **Functional Groups** – Alcohols, … Read more
What is Hydrogen? Outline of Hydrogen: Introduction to Hydrogen – Definition – Properties – Physical properties – Chemical properties Occurrence of Hydrogen – Natural occurrence – Earth’s atmosphere – Water – Hydrocarbons Industrial production of Hydrogen – Steam methane reforming – Electrolysis of water – Partial oxidation of hydrocarbons Uses of Hydrogen – Industrial applications … Read more
Structure of Atom: Outline of Structure of Atom: 1. Introduction to the Atom: – Definition of an atom – Importance of understanding atomic structure 2. Historical Development: – Contributions of early philosophers (Democritus, Aristotle) – Discovery of subatomic particles (electron, proton, neutron) – Key experiments (Thomson’s cathode ray tube, Rutherford’s gold foil experiment) 3. Modern … Read more