CHEM 2060

This course introduces fundamental concepts related to molecular and supramolecular structure, models of chemical bonding and intermolecular interactions. Specific topics include: symmetry operations, symmetry elements and point groups; chirality and polarity; atomic electronic structure, ionization potential, electron affinity, and electronegativity; electrostatic interactions, including permanent and induced dipole moments; hydrogen-bonding; models of ionic bonding, ionic solids, crystal structures, and defects; introductory quantum mechanical concepts describing atomic structure and bonding; covalent bonding models; introductory VB theory and MO theory. [Department(s): Department of Chemistry]