General Chemistry Fundamentals: Inorganic, Organic, and Problem Solving

Understanding chemistry opens the door to interpreting the material world, from simple elemental interactions to complex organic compounds. This text-based course builds a solid foundation in both inorganic and organic chemistry through clear explanations and structured problem-solving. You will gain confidence in analyzing chemical processes, balancing complex equations, and applying practical calculations to real-world scenarios. What you'll learn: - Understand essential chemical terminology, atomic structure, and periodic trends - Write and balance chemical reaction equations for inorganic and organic compounds - Solve quantitative chemistry problems using stoichiometry and mole concepts - Apply modern IUPAC nomenclature rules to systematically name organic molecules - Identify core functional groups and basic organic reaction mechanisms - Recognize contemporary chemical safety protocols and green chemistry principles The course begins with foundational definitions, atomic theory, and bonding principles before progressing to reaction classification, organic structure analysis, and step-by-step mathematical calculations. Designed specifically for beginners, this course requires no prior scientific background. Start reading today to master practical chemistry skills.