What This Document Is
This resource is a focused study guide designed to bolster your understanding of key concepts within General Chemistry II, specifically bridging the gap between inorganic chemistry and foundational organic chemistry principles. It centers around the application of equilibrium concepts and introduces the basic building blocks of carbon-based molecules. This guide is intended to reinforce lecture material and prepare you for more complex topics.
Why This Document Matters
Students enrolled in CHEM 122 at Western Washington University will find this particularly helpful when tackling problem sets and preparing for assessments related to chemical equilibrium and introductory organic chemistry. It’s ideal for reviewing before quizzes, exams, or when you need a concise refresher on core ideas. Those who struggle with applying theoretical knowledge to practical calculations, or visualizing molecular structures, will especially benefit from the focused approach within.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This guide does *not* provide a substitute for attending lectures, completing assigned readings, or actively participating in lab sessions. It doesn’t include detailed derivations of equations, nor does it offer complete solutions to practice problems. It assumes a foundational understanding of general chemistry principles covered in CHEM 121. It also doesn’t cover advanced organic chemistry topics beyond introductory concepts.
What This Document Provides
* A review of applying stoichiometric principles within the context of chemical equilibrium.
* Guidance on constructing and interpreting equilibrium constant expressions.
* Methods for relating equilibrium constants to reaction composition.
* Exploration of the reaction quotient and its use in predicting reaction direction.
* An introduction to fundamental organic chemistry concepts, including alkanes and their properties.
* Tables summarizing key physical properties of common organic compounds.
* Visual aids to support understanding of molecular representations.
* An overview of the fractional distillation of petroleum and its resulting products.
