CHEMISTRY

Course objectives

The chemistry course provides a basic overview of the chemistry, structure and reactivity of chemical compounds. All topics are addressed in a simple way as this course is intended for first-year students of different scientific backgrounds. The objective is to encourage students to think and solve chemical problems, teaching general methods that can be used in different chemical contexts. Specifically, at the end of the course, by means of theoretical and numerical lessons, the student will have a proper knowledge and understanding of basic concepts of General Chemistry. In particular, he will understand the composition, structure and properties of the different states of matter, and the laws the control their transformations. Moreover, students will be able to solve simple numerical exercises on these topics. The final exam will be passed only if the student has an appropriate critical understanding of the subject. It will be obtained by means of the personal study of the suggested textbooks and of the theoretical lessons, and by solving appropriate numerical exercises. The course also aims at improving the communication skills of the student: he should be able to explain, in a simple but rigorous way, basic chemical processes, both in written and oral form, to non-experts. Moreover, the notions acquired in the course should allow him to understand chemistry textbooks and scientific articles, as needed for his future studies.

Channel 1
IDA PETTITI Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
Brief introduction to atomic structure. Atomic mass. Electronic structure of the elements and their periodic properties. Nomenclature. Chemical reactions, redox. Introduction to chemical bond. Covalent, metallic and ionic bond. VB theory, VSEPR theory and Molecular orbitals. Weak bonds, H bond. Solid, liquid and gaseous states. Real gases. Solutions. Thermodynamics and thermochemistry: laws, entalpy, entropy, free energy, spontaneity of chemical reactions. Kinetics, homo-and heterogeneous catalysis. Homogeneous and heterogeneous chemical equilibria. Equilibrium constants, and their use. Le Chatelier principle. Effect of external parameters on equilibria. Equilibria in solution, acids and bases, pH, hidrolysis, buffered solutions. Solubility equilibrium, solubility product and common-ion effect.
Prerequisites
The knowledge of basic concepts of mathematics is important.
Books
1) Kotz, Treichel, Townsend “Chemistry and Chemical Reactivity” 2) Whitten, Davis, Peck, Stanley "Chimica" (Piccin) + Wendy Keeney-Kennicutt "Manuale delle soluzioni per Whitten, Davis, Peck, Stanley's Chimica" (Piccin) 3) Schiavello – Palmisano “Fondamenti di Chimica” (EdiSES)
Teaching mode
Didactic activity consists of optional but strongly recommended traditional lessons and numerical excercises.
Frequency
Classroom lessons and exercises.
Exam mode
The examination consists of a written test (duration: 3 hours; minimum score: 18/30) with numerical excersises and open questions concerning the program of the course. A compulsory exercise will concern nomenclature, chemical and structural formulae. Teacher or students can request a brief oral test in order to change the score obtained in the written test, but this oral test could also induce a failure in the exam. The aim of the tests is to check the knowledge of a student and his critical understanding of the subject. The student should be able to explain, in a simple but rigorous way, basic chemical processes, both in written and oral form.
Lesson mode
Classroom lessons and exercises.
Channel 2
ANTONELLA CARTONI Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
Brief introduction to atomic structure- Atomic mass- Electronic structure of the elements and their periodic properties. Nomenclature. Chemical reactions, redox, Introduction to chemical bond. Molecules- Molecular, covalent, metallic and ionic bond. VB, VSEPR theory and Molecular orbitals. Weak bonds, H bond. Solid, liquid and gaseous states. Real gases. Solutions. Thermodynamics and thermochemistry: laws, entalpy, entropy, free Energy, spontaneity of chemical reactions. Kinetics, homo-and heterogeneous catalysis. Homogeneous and heterogeneous chemical equilibria ᙦEquilibrium constants, and their use- Heterogeneous equilibrium- The le Chatelier principle. Equilibria in solution, acids and bases, pH, buffered solutions, hidrolysis. Effect of external parameters on equilibria.
Prerequisites
The knowledge of basic concepts of mathematics is important.
Books
Kotz, Trichel: Chimica (Edises) Whitten : Chimica (Piccin) Whitten: manuale delle soluzioni per Chimica (Piccin)
Teaching mode
traditional lessons and numerical excercises.
Frequency
Didactic activity consists of optional but strongly recommended traditional lessons and numerical excercises.
Exam mode
The examination consists of a written test (duration: 3 hours) with numerical excersises and open questions concerning the program of the course. A compulsory exercise will concern nomenclature, chemical and structural formulae. Teacher or students can request a brief oral test in order to change the score obtained in the written test, but this oral test could also induce a failure in the exam. The aim of the tests is to check the knowledge of a student and his critical understanding of the subject. The student should be able to explain, in a simple but rigorous way, basic chemical processes, both in written and oral form.
Lesson mode
traditional lessons and numerical excercises.
Channel 3
STEFANO BOVINO Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
Brief introduction to atomic structure. Atomic mass. Electronic structure of the elements and their periodic properties. Nomenclature. Chemical reactions, redox. Introduction to chemical bond. Covalent, metallic and ionic bond. VB theory, VSEPR theory and Molecular orbitals. Weak bonds, H bond. Solid, liquid and gaseous states. Real gases. Solutions. Thermodynamics and thermochemistry: laws, entalpy, entropy, free energy, spontaneity of chemical reactions. Kinetics, homo-and heterogeneous catalysis. Homogeneous and heterogeneous chemical equilibria. Equilibrium constants, and their use. Le Chatelier principle. Effect of external parameters on equilibria. Equilibria in solution, acids and bases, pH, hidrolysis, buffered solutions. Solubility equilibrium, solubility product and common-ion effect.
Prerequisites
The knowledge of basic concepts of mathematics is required
Books
1) Kotz, Treichel, Townsend “Chemistry and Chemical Reactivity” 2) Whitten, Davis, Peck, Stanley "Chimica" (Piccin) + Wendy Keeney-Kennicutt "Manuale delle soluzioni per Whitten, Davis, Peck, Stanley's Chimica" (Piccin) 3) Schiavello – Palmisano “Fondamenti di Chimica” (EdiSES) 4) Nivaldo Tro, Chemistry A molecular approach (Edises)
Frequency
Classroom lessons and exercises.
Exam mode
The examination consists of a written test (duration: 3 hours; minimum score: 18/30) with numerical excersises and open questions concerning the program of the course. A compulsory exercise will concern nomenclature, chemical and structural formulae. Teacher or students can request a brief oral test in order to change the score obtained in the written test, but this oral test could also induce a failure in the exam. The aim of the tests is to check the knowledge of a student and his critical understanding of the subject. The student should be able to explain, in a simple but rigorous way, basic chemical processes, both in written and oral form.
Channel 4
LAURA CHRONOPOULOU Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
Brief introduction to atomic structure- Atomic mass- Electronic structure of the elements and their periodic properties. Nomenclature. Chemical reactions, redox, Introduction to chemical bond. Molecules- Molecular, covalent, metallic and ionic bond. VB, VSEPR theory and Molecular orbitals. Weak bonds, H bond. Solid, liquid and gaseous states. Real gases. Solutions. Thermodynamics and thermochemistry: laws, entalpy, entropy, free Energy, spontaneity of chemical reactions. Kinetics, homo-and heterogeneous catalysis. Homogeneous and heterogeneous chemical equilibria ᙦEquilibrium constants, and their use- Heterogeneous equilibrium- The le Chatelier principle. Equilibria in solution, acids and bases, pH, buffered solutions, hidrolysis. Effect of external parameters on equilibria.
Prerequisites
The knowledge of basic concepts of mathematics is important.
Books
Kotz, Trichel: Chimica (Edises) Whitten : Chimica (Piccin) Whitten: manuale delle soluzioni per Chimica (Piccin)
Teaching mode
traditional lessons and numerical excercises.
Frequency
Didactic activity consists of optional but strongly recommended traditional lessons and numerical excercises.
Exam mode
The examination consists of a written test (duration: 3 hours) with numerical excersises and open questions concerning the program of the course. A compulsory exercise will concern nomenclature, chemical and structural formulae. Teacher or students can request a brief oral test in order to change the score obtained in the written test, but this oral test could also induce a failure in the exam. The aim of the tests is to check the knowledge of a student and his critical understanding of the subject. The student should be able to explain, in a simple but rigorous way, basic chemical processes, both in written and oral form.
Lesson mode
traditional lessons and numerical excercises.
LAURA CHRONOPOULOU Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
Brief introduction to atomic structure. Atomic mass. Electronic structure of the elements and their periodic properties. Nomenclature. Chemical reactions, redox. Introduction to chemical bond. Covalent, metallic and ionic bond. VB theory, VSEPR theory and Molecular orbitals. Weak bonds, H bond. Solid, liquid and gaseous states. Real gases. Solutions. Thermodynamics and thermochemistry: laws, entalpy, entropy, free energy, spontaneity of chemical reactions. Kinetics, homo-and heterogeneous catalysis. Homogeneous and heterogeneous chemical equilibria. Equilibrium constants, and their use. Le Chatelier principle. Effect of external parameters on equilibria. Equilibria in solution, acids and bases, pH, hidrolysis, buffered solutions. Solubility equilibrium, solubility product and common-ion effect.
Prerequisites
The knowledge of basic concepts of mathematics is important.
Frequency
Classroom lessons and exercises.
Exam mode
The examination consists of a written test (duration: 3 hours; minimum score: 18/30) with numerical excersises and open questions concerning the program of the course. A compulsory exercise will concern nomenclature, chemical and structural formulae. Teacher or students can request a brief oral test in order to change the score obtained in the written test, but this oral test could also induce a failure in the exam. The aim of the tests is to check the knowledge of a student and his critical understanding of the subject. The student should be able to explain, in a simple but rigorous way, basic chemical processes, both in written and oral form.
Lesson mode
Classroom lessons and exercises.
  • Lesson code1022782
  • Academic year2025/2026
  • Coursecorso|33588
  • CurriculumAstrofisica
  • Year1st year
  • Semester2nd semester
  • SSDCHIM/03
  • CFU6
  • Subject areaDiscipline chimiche