Basic Chemistry
Code: 100915Credits: 6
| Degree programme | Type | Course |
|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | FB | 1 |
Contact lecturer
- Name :
- Luis Rodríguez Santiago
- Email :
- luis.rodriguez.santiago@uab.cat
Teaching staff
- Carlos Heras Paniagua
Group languages
You can consult this information at the end of the document.
Prerequisites
Although there are no official prerequisites, it is advisable for the student to review the general concepts of chemistry, physics and mathematics acquired in the secondary education.
Objectives
The general objective is to intruduce the student to the fundamental concepts of Chemistry. In the long run, it is intended that the student becomes aware of the importance of Chemistry and become familiar with these fundamental concepts od Chemistry.
The aim is to help the student to understand the chemical phenomena of the macroscopic world and to introduce him into the knowledge of the interactions between atoms and molecules at the microscopic level (through the atomic structure and bonding).
the main bases to understand the structure of matter at the microscopic level will be studied, relating them to the type of bond. We will present the basic concepts of chemical thermodynamics that will allow rationalization of macroscopic behavior and the concept of chemical equilibrium. Then, the most common equilibria will be studied and the basic notions of chemical kinetics will be presented.
Main objectives of the subject:
1) Introduce the microscopic vision of chemistry.
2) Knowing the macroscopic interpretation of chemical phenomena:
a. Chemical thermodynamics
b. Chemical equilibrium
c. Chemical kinetics
Learning outcomes
- CM10 (Calculate the relevant parameters associated with chemical equilibrium.) Calculate the relevant parameters associated with chemical equilibrium.
- CM12 (Working collaboratively in teams to solve problems in the field of general chemistry.) Working collaboratively in teams to solve problems in the field of general chemistry.
- KM10 (Describe chemical bonding and intermolecular forces.) Describe chemical bonding and intermolecular forces.
- KM12 (Define the main concepts in the field of thermochemistry and chemical kinetics.) Define the main concepts in the field of thermochemistry and chemical kinetics.
- SM10 (Correctly solve calculations relating to simple chemical reactions.) Correctly solve calculations relating to simple chemical reactions.
- SM11 (Correctly interpret data and observations in the field of general chemistry.) Correctly interpret data and observations in the field of general chemistry.
- SM12 (Determine the chemical properties of molecules relevant to living organisms and of special interest for biotechnological processes.) Determine the chemical properties of molecules relevant to living organisms and of special interest for biotechnological processes.
Contents
1. Atomic structure
Hydrogen atom. Polyelectronic atoms. Electronic configurations. Periodic table. Periodic properties.
2. Chemical bond
Chemical bonding models. Covalent bond Lewis structures. Molecular geometry Polarity Hybrid orbitals. Molecular orbitals
3. Intermolecular forces
Hydrogen bonding. Vander Waals Forces
4. First law of thermodynamics.
Thermodynamic systems. Internal energy Heat and work. First law of thermodynamics. Reaction heat and standard states. Law of Hess.
5. Second law of thermodynamics.
Spontaneity. Entropy. Second principle of thermodynamics. Enterpic Change. Third principle of thermodynamics. Gibbs Energy
6. Definition of chemical equilibrium
Dynamic equilibrium. Expression of the equilibrium constant. Gibbs energy and equilibrium. Criterion of spontaneity. Variation of ΔrGo and K with the temperature. Principle of Le Chatêlier.
7. Acid-base equilibria
Acids and bases of Brønsted and Lowry. Constants of acidity and basicity. Concept and pH calculation. Buffer solutions
8. Electrochemistry
Equalization of redox reactions. Electrochemical cells. Cell potential. Standard chemical and biochemical reduction potentials. Equation of Nernst.
9. Fundamental concepts of chemical kinetics.
Reaction rate. Rate laws. Reaction order. Dependence of the rate constant with the temperature.
10. Reaction Mechanisms
Rate determining step. Approximation of the stationary state. Catalysis
Learning activities and methodology
| Title | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theory lessons | 30 | 1.2 | KM10, KM12, SM11, SM12 |
| Exercises | 15 | 0.6 | CM10, CM12, SM10 |
| Study of the theoretical concepts | 52 | 2.08 | KM10, KM12, SM11, SM12 |
| Problem solving and other activities | 38 | 1.52 | CM10, CM12, SM10, SM11 |
Master classes:
The student acquires the scientific-technical knowledge of the subject by attending master classes and complementing them with personal study of the topics explained.
The master classes are the activities that require less active participation by the student, since they are conceived as the transmission of knowledge by the teacher. However, its use greatly helps the achievement of knowledge.
Problem solving classes:
In these the scientific-technical knowledge exposed in the lectures will be put into practice through problem solving. Since the number of students in class will be half that in theory, active participation by students may be required.
practices:
Although in this subject there is no practical part, some of the practices that will be carried out in the Integrated Laboratory course are directly related to the concepts introduced in this subject.
Use of Artificial Intelligence:
For this subject, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies is permitted exclusively in support tasks, such as bibliographic or information searches, text correction, translations or support for independent study. In the case of assessable activities carried out outside the classroom, the student must clearly identify which parts have been generated with this technology, specify the tools used and include a critical reflection on how these have influenced the process and the final result of the activity. The lack of transparency in the use of AI in this assessable activity will be considered a lack of academic honesty and may lead to a partial or total penalty in the grade of the activity, or greater sanctions in serious cases.
Assessment
Continuous assessment activities
| Title | Weight | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Partial examination | 40% each one | 5 | 0.2 | CM10, KM10, KM12, SM10, SM11 |
| Review activities | 20% | 10 | 0.4 | CM10, CM12, KM10, KM12, SM10, SM11, SM12 |
Continuous assessment
The assessment will be carried out throughout the course:
Evaluation through review activities: Throughout the course, some review activities will be considered consisting of exercises that collect the main content of the subject and can be solved individually or in groups, self-assessments on the virtual campus, short tests in class or the virtual campus, etc ... These are intended Help the student to review the content of the subject.
The qualification of these activities will be equal to 20% of the final score and does not require a minimum to average the rest of the qualifications.
Evaluation by means of written tests: in this part, the scientific-technical knowledge of the subject obtained by the student, as well as his capacity for analysis, synthesis and critical reasoning, is evaluated individually.
Partial written tests: During the course two partial tests will be carried out that will evaluate the contents of the subject taught until that moment. Each partial test will have a weight of 40% of the final qualification of the subject. It will be necessary to achieve a 5.0 in each one of them so that it is done with average other qualifications of the subject. Students who do not score 5.0 in any of these tests must present themselves to the final test of the suspended part.
Final written test: Students who have not obtained at least 5.0 to one of the partial tests must attend this test. Exceptionally, students who have passed the partial tests may wish to improve the qualification. Even so, by doing so, they renounce the partial note. It will be necessary to obtain a minimum of 5 out of 10 to make average with the rest of the qualifications.
The students who have not been evaluated in a minimum of 2/3 parts of the total of evaluable activities or who have obtained a qualification inferior to 3.5 points out of 10 in the average of the two written tests written in the final will not be able topresent to the final test.
The global qualification will be:
Global Score = (Activity Review) * 0.2 + (Exams) * 0.8
To overcome the subject it will be necessary to obtain at least 5.0 points.
Non-evaluable students
It is considered that a student is assessable when he has given 2 or more of the problems or is presented in the first partial test.
Single assessment
The single assessment will consist of a single test in which the contents of the entire subject program will be assessed. The test will consist of theoretical or test-type questions and problems. The score obtained in this test will account for 100% of the final score of the subject.
The single assessment test will take place on the same day, time and place as the last continuous assessment test of the subject. To overcome the subject it will be necessary to obtain at least 5.0 points in the single assessment test. Students who have not obtained at least 5.0 in this test must attend the final test to overcome the subject.
Any irregularity in an assessment act (academic fraud, plagiarism or improper use of AI, unless this use is expressly authorized in the teaching guide), which may lead to a significant variation in the grade, means that this act will be graded with a 0. In the event that the teaching guide provides that in order to pass the subject it is an essential requirement to have obtained a minimum grade in this assessment act or that several irregularities occur in the assessment acts of the same subject, the final grade for this subject is 0. Apart from this, a disciplinary process may be initiated against the student who incurs any of these irregularities.
Bibliography
General textbooks of Physical Chemistry that encompass all the subject matter of the course:
- R. H. Petrucci et al. Petrucci's general chemistry : principles and modern applications. Pearson Education Limited (12th ed.) 2023.
- P. Atkins, Chemical principles: the quest for insight. Macmillan Learning (8th Ed.) 2023.
Advanced texbooks:
- P. Atkins, J. de Paula Physical Chemistry, Oxford University Press (11th Ed.) 2018.
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Software
No specific software is used.
Course groups and languages
The information provided is provisional until November 30. After this date, you will be able to consult the language of each group through this link. To access the information, you will need to enter the course CODE
| Type of teaching | Group | Language | Semester | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (TE) Theory | 41 | Catalan/Spanish | first semester | afternoon |
| (PAUL) Classroom practices | 411 | Catalan | first semester | afternoon |
| (PAUL) Classroom practices | 412 | Catalan | first semester | afternoon |