This organic chemistry course on covalent bonding and shapes of molecules starts by explaining the basic components of an atom and how to draw its electronic structure. It also describes the involvement of electrons in chemical reactions and bond formation, and shows how to represent them using the Lewis model.

It moves on to explain the formal charges of molecules and how to easily solve them. The material provides you with detailed information regarding the various types of bonds and how to decide which type of bond should form between atoms. You will also be introduced to the basic concepts of quantum mechanics and molecular orbital theory, and the different theories used to describe covalent bonds, and valence bonds. Go on to learn about the concept of resonance, how to use curved arrows to draw contributing resonance structures, and how to use molecular orbital theory to describe delocalized electrons.

Lastly, you study the different types of organic functional groups, and the relation between the bond lengths and bond strengths of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes. This course is of great benefit to chemists and biochemists who are starting their journey or career in organic chemistry. Enroll now, and learn about the principles of bonding in organic chemistry and how organic compounds are formed.