What This Document Is
This resource is a comprehensive preparation guide designed to help students review for the final exam in CHEM 105, General Chemistry, at the University of Southern California. It’s structured as a focused review of key concepts and problem-solving techniques covered throughout the semester, intended to reinforce understanding and build confidence before the assessment. The material is presented in a question-and-answer format, mirroring the types of challenges students may encounter on the final.
Why This Document Matters
This guide is invaluable for any student enrolled in USC’s CHEM 105 course who wants to maximize their performance on the final exam. It’s particularly useful during the final week of study, allowing students to efficiently target areas where they need the most review. It’s best used *after* completing coursework and homework assignments, as a tool to consolidate knowledge and practice applying core principles. Students who feel unsure about specific topics or want to test their understanding will find this resource particularly beneficial.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This preparation guide is *not* a substitute for attending lectures, completing assigned readings, or actively participating in study groups. It does not provide new content or re-teach fundamental concepts. It assumes a baseline understanding of the material covered in CHEM 105. Furthermore, while it covers a broad range of topics, it may not include every single concept presented during the semester. It is designed to be a focused review, not an exhaustive compendium of all course material.
What This Document Provides
* Review of stoichiometric calculations, including formula determination and balancing chemical equations.
* Practice with concepts related to chemical reactions, including limiting reactants and percent yield.
* Focused review of acid-base chemistry and redox reactions.
* Guidance on applying the Ideal Gas Law and understanding partial pressures.
* Exploration of thermochemistry and the application of Hess’s Law.
* Review of heating curves and phase changes, including enthalpy calculations.
* Practice applying molality calculations and solution chemistry principles.
