Study Guide

Objectives

The objective of this course is to deepen the understanding of basic course content and learn to apply physics methods to solve chemistry problems.
Upon completing the course, the student will be able to:
• Recognize the different behavior of states of matter and apply this knowledge in practice.
• Solve gas-related problems using gas laws.
• Interpret phase diagrams.
• Calculate reaction rates and times, as well as determine reaction orders and activation energies.
• Explain the functioning of electrochemical cells.
• Apply electrochemical phenomena in corrosion prevention.
• Describe radiochemical reactions and calculate half-lives.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student can use units describing phenomena, analyze phenomena, and solve simple applications and calculations similar to the provided examples. The student can apply radiochemistry, thermodynamics laws, and rate constants in the model calculations covered in class. Additionally, the student can explain the operation of electrochemical cells and perform related model calculations.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

In addition to the above, the student has a correct understanding of intermolecular interactions, especially related to gases. The student can also interpret phase diagrams related to the aforementioned topics. The student can apply fundamental laws related to intermolecular interactions to new situations and justify the solutions to calculation problems. The student can perform more demanding calculations, such as using spreadsheet software, and determine rate constants and half-lives. The student is also familiar with typical decay reactions in radioactivity.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to the above, the student can independently tackle more challenging tasks related to the course topic and apply electrochemical phenomena in corrosion prevention. The student assists other group members when needed.