Chemical Bonding and Molecular Geometry

~60 min · 15 stations

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Conductor

The Conductor

Welcome aboard the atomic express. We will navigate the forces that bind the universe together, from simple pairs to complex geometric shapes. Mind the gap between the electrons.

What you will learn

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FOUNDATION

Establishes the core vocabulary and essential context you need before going further.

• Identify fundamental forces driving atomic connection

Station 01: The Nature of Atomic Attraction▶

• Calculate valence electron counts for main group elements

Station 02: Valence Electrons and Octets▶

• Distinguish between ionic and covalent bonding mechanisms

Station 03: Ionic Versus Covalent Bonds▶

CORE CONCEPTS

Unpacks the ideas and principles that the subject is built on.

• Draw accurate Lewis structures for simple molecules

Station 04: Lewis Dot Structure Basics▶

• Predict bond polarity using electronegativity trends

Station 05: Electronegativity and Polarity▶

• Calculate formal charges to evaluate structure stability

Station 06: Resonance and Formal Charge▶

• Identify molecules that violate the octet rule

Station 07: Expanded Octet Exceptions▶

MECHANICS

Examines how things actually work — the processes, rules, and systems in action.

• Predict molecular shapes using VSEPR theory

Station 08: VSEPR Theory Fundamentals▶

• Adjust bond angles based on lone pair presence

Station 09: Lone Pair Repulsion Effects▶

• Determine geometry for complex polyatomic molecules

Station 10: Advanced Molecular Geometry▶

APPLICATION

Puts knowledge to use through real-world scenarios and practical problems.

• Determine overall molecular polarity from geometry

Station 11: Molecular Polarity Analysis▶

• Identify orbital hybridization states in carbon atoms

Station 12: Hybridization Concepts▶

• Distinguish between sigma and pi bond types

Station 13: Sigma and Pi Bonding▶

SYNTHESIS

Connects everything together and explores broader implications and open questions.

• Relate molecular geometry to physical substance properties

Station 14: Intermolecular Force Connections▶

• Apply bonding rules to complex biological structures

Station 15: Biological Molecule Modeling▶

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