Organic Chemistry | Bonding and Shapes of Molecules

Learn about the shapes and bonds of molecules and molecular orbital theory in this free online chemistry course.

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Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you will be able to:

Explain the electronic structure of atoms
Know how to write the Lewis model structure for atoms and molecules
Evaluate the formal charge of atoms and moleclules
Distinguish the Lewis structure from the condensed structure
Identify the bond angles for various shapes of molecules
Define quantum mechanics and the dual nature of light
Recognize different types of bonds
Define valence bond, the molecular orbital theory and the combined approach to the covalent bond
Describe the resonance contributing structures
Indicate curved arrows and push electrons in contributing structures
Identify the different types of functional groups
Distinguish between the differences in bond length and bond strength of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes

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