Syllabus

Course Code: HS103-B    Course Name: Introductory Chemistry

MODULE NO / UNIT COURSE SYLLABUS CONTENTS OF MODULE NOTES
1 1. Concept of element, mixture and compound. Atomic and Molecular masses. Mole Concept and Molar masses, Normality. Molarity and Mass percentage. Simple numerical problems based on them.
2. Subatomic particles: Electrons, Protons and Neutrons, Atomic No., Atomic Weight, Bohr's model of an atom.
3. Modern Periodic Law and Periodic Table, Electronic configuration of elements (Na, Mg, C, N, O, F, Cl, H). Periodic properties: Atomic size, Ionization energy, Electron affinity and Electronegativity.
2 1. Chemical Bonding: Ionic, Covalent, Coordinate and H-bonding.
2. Concept of Acids, Bases & Salts, pH and pH Scale. Numerical based on pH. Buffer solutions. Concept of oxidation and reduction.
3. Soaps and synthetic detergents, advantages and disadvantages.
4. Synthetic Polymers: Structure and uses of the following polymers (PVC, Teflon, Nylon - 6, 6 Polyester).
5. Chemical Composition in Cosmetics: Creams, Perfumes, Talcum Powder, Deodorants, Lipsticks, Nailpolish, Shampoo & Hair dye.
6. Paints and Varnishes their composition and uses.
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