This course provides a solid foundation in general chemistry, ideal for beginners and high school students. It begins with the history of chemistry, tracing the development from the Stone Age to modern scientific methods. Learners explore the scientific method, including steps, examples, famous experiments like the Michelson-Morley experiment, and how science self-corrects over time.
The course covers states of matter, mass vs weight, and classification of matter into mixtures, elements, and compounds. Students will understand the differences between atoms, molecules, elements, and compounds, as well as physical and chemical changes, and extensive vs intensive properties.
Next, the course emphasizes measurement fundamentals, including uncertainty, SI units, unit conversions using the factor-label method, and dimensional analysis. It also covers accuracy, precision, and the importance of significant figures, teaching how to apply them in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, logarithms, antilogs, and multistep calculations.
With clear explanations, visual examples, and practical exercises, this course equips learners to understand core chemistry principles, perform accurate measurements, and develop a strong foundation for advanced chemistry studies.
