Beginner Chemistry: Matter and Atoms

Name: Beginner Chemistry: Matter and Atoms
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Discover the characteristics, composition and architecture of elements and compounds in this free online course.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Outline the concepts of matter, elements and compounds
List the states of matter and outline their properties
Describe the behaviour of ideal gases and liquids
Compare distinct types of crystal lattices (ionic, metallic or covalent lattices)
Define the atom, the atomic number (Z), the mass number (A), isotopes and ions
Discuss the structure of atoms and their subatomic particles: protons, neutrons and electrons
Identify the atomic number of hydrogen, oxygen and other elements
Calculate the mass number (A)
Explain how positive ions (cations) and negative ions (anion) form
Recognise the long and the short form of the electronic configuration
Write the electronic configuration for different elements and positive and negative ions
Explain the variables that affect element ionisation energy

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