This module extends some of the physical chemistry topics that were introduced in Module 3. These include:
- a quantitative approach will be taken towards the explanation of the factors affecting rate including concentration and temperature.
- rate equations will be developed for chemical processes to predict the effect of a change in concentration of a reactant upon the rate of reaction and to allow reaction mechanisms to be suggested.
- equilibrium position will be further quantified and extended to cover the equilibrium constant, Kp.
- equilibrium position in acid-base equilibria will be quantified using equilibrium constant Ka. This will be applied to estimate the pH of strong and weak acids, and partially neutralised weak acids (buffers)
- lattice enthalpies will be explained and calculated using Born-Haber Cycles.
- thermodynamics will be studied at a basic level so that reaction feasibility can be predicted at varied temperatures. The topic will include the concept of entropy and Gibbs (free) Energy.
- electrochemistry will be covered so that the function of disposable, rechargeable and fuel cells can be understood.
This module also introduces some new concepts associated with the chemistry of transition elements. In order to explain some of the aspects of transition metal chemistry, the application of REDOX understanding will be further developed.
- Kinetics 1
- Kinetics 2
- Kinetics and Orders of Reaction
- Mechanisms and Orders
- Equilibria Kc & Kp
- Calculating Mole Fractions
- Calculating Kp and Kc
- Acid Base Equilibria 2
- Born Haber Cycles
- Enthalpy Changes for Born Haber
- Entropy and Gibbs Energy
- Transition Elements
- Complex Ions
- Half Equations for REDOX
- REDOX Equations from Half-Equations
- Electrode Potentials 1
- Electrode Potentials 2
- Electrode Potentials 3