Introduction to course

• Dipole Moments and Intermolecular Interactions
• VSEPR model followed by VB Theory
• pi – Acceptor Ligands
• Organic Reagents used in Inorganic Analysis

Course pre-requisites (if any)

• The prerequisites is the Inorganic Chemistry I (CHEM - 6103) in minimum grade “C” or better.

Learning outcomes

• Students will acquire know-how and understanding about dipole moment alongwith significance of intermolecular forces, theories explaining the geometries, bonding pattern in different inorganic molecule, role of metal carbonyls and its derivatives in catalysis and organic synthesis. The course emphasizes the significance of organic reagents involved in inorganic analysis especially the chelating reagents. 

Textbooks to be used for the course

• Greenwood, N.N. and Easnshaw, A. Chemistry of the Elements, 2nd Edition, kindle edition, Pergaman, NY (2012).
• Sharpe, A.G. Inorganic Chemistry, 4th edition, John Wiley, NY (2012).
• Harris, D.C. Quantitative Chemical Analysis,8th edition Freeman, NY (2010).
• Kotz, J. C. and Treichel, P. Chemistry and Chemical Reactivity, 10th Edition, Saunders
  College Publishing, NY (2018).
• Cotton, F.A. and Wilkinson, G. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, 6th Edition, John Wiley,
  NY (2007).

Description of system of Evaluation (Exam, assignments etc)

• Sessional                         15  (Attendance 75%, Behavior, Assignment & presentation)
• Mid Term Exam                15%       
• Project/Practical work       25%
• Final exam:                       45%

Detailed lesson plans for each lecture (Weekly/Week wise)

Week 1

Dipole moments: Introduction, measurements & implications in inorganic molecules,

Week 2

Dipole-dipole forces, dipole-induced dipole forces, London (dispersion) forces & other intermolecular forces,

Week 3

Hydrogen bonding.

Week 4

VSEPR Theory for determination of geometries of molecules and ions,

Week 5

Valence Bond Theory containing sigma bond as well as pi-bonds,

Week 6

Band theory of metallic bonding Conductors, Insulators and Semiconductors,

Week 7

Band theory of metallic bonding Conductors, Insulators and Semiconductors,

Week 8

Transition metal carbonyls (Mononuclear, Binuclear, Polynuclear),

Week 9

Mid Term Examination

Week 10

The eighteen electron rule as applied to metal carbonyls,

Week 11

Evaluation of structures based on spectroscopic evidence,

Week 12

Chemistry of metal carbonyls.

Week 13

Applications of metal carbonyls and their derivatives to catalysis and organic synthesis.

Week 14

Types of reagents, their specific nature and methods of applications with specific examples,

Week 15

Complexometric titrations involving various reagents (EDTA etc),

Week 16

Introduction. Classification, chemistry and biological 'significances of vitamins A, B & C

Week 17

Chelates and chelate effect, Role of organic reagents in different analytical techniques.

Week 18

Final Term Examination

Key dates and time of class meetings

• Semester Start : 23rd January 2020
  • BS Chemistry 6th Ex-PPP LHR Campus (2017 - 2021)

• Monday                 :           5:00 - 6:00pm
• Tuesday                 :          5:00 - 6:00pm
• Wednesday           :           5:00 - 6:00pm
• Thursday.              :           4:00 - 6:00pm.