Exercises in inorganic chemistry

• Relate experiments to the aqueous chemistry of selected main group elements.
• Relate experiments to the aqueous chemistry of selected transition metal elements.
• Balance chemical equations.
• Perform a chemical analysis according to a given procedure.
• Identify simple inorganic compounds.
• Apply basical principles for separation in analytical chemistry.
• Apply safety instuctions for common inorganic reagents.
• Perform good laboratory practice.

Perform a selection of typical inorganic reactions at a small scale. Qualitative analysis of mixtures of compounds and identification of salts including poisonous and hazardous chemicals. Writing up reaction schemes for observed reactions. Evaluation of safety and training in handling chemical waste.

26001 General and inorganic chemistry (or similar course) should be followed simultaneously or before

Laboratory work and theory. 4 hours a week on Tuesday 13-17 and time for preparation.

Fundamental for all chemical laboratory work. An illustration of parts of the inorganic chemistry in course 26001.

Maximum: 88.

Please be aware that this course has a limited number of seats available. If there are too many applicants, a pool will be created for the remainder of the qualified applicants, and they will be selected at random. You will be informed 8 days before the start of the course, whether you have been allocated a spot.