Inorganic Chemistry Basics
Inorganic Chemistry Basics
Inorganic Chemistry Basics
Basics
Inorganic chemistry focuses on the properties and behavior of inorganic
compounds, which are formed from elements other than carbon and hydrogen.
These compounds play crucial roles in fields like materials science, energy, and
environmental chemistry.
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Introduction to Inorganic Compounds
Ionic Compounds Covalent Compounds Molecular Compounds
Formed through the transfer of electrons Consist of atoms that share electrons, Made up of discrete molecules held
between metal and non-metal atoms, forming strong bonds between non-metal together by weaker intermolecular forces.
resulting in strong electrostatic attractions. atoms.
Atomic Structure and Periodic Table
Atomic Structure Periodic Trends
Inorganic compounds are formed from the combination of Properties like atomic radius, electronegativity, and ionization
atoms, which consist of a nucleus and surrounding electrons. energy vary predictably across the periodic table.
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Periodic Table
The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic
structure and chemical properties, revealing patterns and
trends.
Ionic Bonds and Ionic Compounds
Ionic Bonding Ionic Compounds Crystalline Structures
Formed by the complete transfer of The strong electrostatic attractions Ionic compounds often form highly
electrons from metal to non-metal atoms, between the oppositely charged ions give organized, repeating crystal structures
resulting in oppositely charged ions. ionic compounds their unique properties. that are typically hard, brittle, and have
high melting points.
Covalent Bonds and Molecular
Compounds
3 Bond Strength
Covalent bonds are generally stronger than ionic bonds, leading to
different physical and chemical properties.
Polarity and Electronegativity
Electronegativity Polar Bonds
The ability of an atom to attract Bonds between atoms with
shared electrons in a bond, which different electronegativities,
determines the degree of polarity. resulting in an unequal sharing of
electrons and a separation of
charge.
Nonpolar Bonds
Bonds between atoms with similar electronegativities, resulting in an equal
sharing of electrons and no separation of charge.
Acids, Bases, and pH
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