Road to a 5 : AP Chemistry : Accelerated Program
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3 sessions
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About
Think of this as your express train to AP Chemistry mastery! We're diving deep into the foundational concepts of Atomic Structure (Unit 1), Molecular and Ionic Compounds (Unit 2), and Intermolecular Forces & Properties (Unit 3) and uptil Electrochemistry (Unit 9). Because we're moving quickly, staying on track is key. We'll build concepts layer by layer, so each session is crucial. Dedicate time to practice problems after each session—that's how we ensure you "stick the landing" on every topic!
Schedule
✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance is optional , but absence will be detrimental to the understanding of this course.
SESSION 1
21
Jul
SESSION 1
AP Chemistry
AP Chemistry
Mon 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM UTCJul 21, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM UTC
Unit 1: Atomic Structure and Properties (Accelerated Dive)
We'll jump right into the essentials:
1.1 Moles and Molar Mass (though we'll cover its core elements first for foundational understanding before full mole calculations).
Essential measurement techniques, precision, accuracy, and Significant Figures.
1.2 Mass Spectrometry of Elements (conceptual introduction).
1.3 Atomic Structure and Electron Configuration: Bohr model (limitations), Quantum mechanical model; Electron shells, subshells, orbitals; Aufbau principle, Hund's rule, Pauli exclusion principle.
1.4 Photoelectron Spectroscopy (PES): Interpreting spectra for electron energy levels and confirming configurations.
1.5 Periodic Trends: Atomic radius, ionization energy, electron affinity, electronegativity; Introduction to Coulomb's Law.
1.6 Valence Electrons and Ionic Compounds: Basic distinction, formation of simple ions, common polyatomic ions, basic nomenclature.
1.7 Molecular and Covalent Compounds: Basic distinction, introduction to shared electrons.
(Note: Topics 1.1 and 1.2 from the original plan were re-sequenced and integrated for flow in this condensed format)
Your Mission After This Session: This unit is the bedrock! Dedicate serious time to practice problems immediately to solidify your understanding. No falling behind on day one!
SESSION 2
22
Jul
SESSION 2
AP Chemistry
AP Chemistry
Tue 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM UTCJul 22, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM UTC
Unit 2: Molecular and Ionic Compound Structure and Properties (Building Bonds!)
We'll start with 2.1 Types of Chemical Bonds (Ionic, Covalent, and Metallic bonds – formation, characteristics, electron behavior).
Explore 2.2 Intramolecular Forces and Potential Energy (relationship between bond formation, energy changes, and ideal bond length).
Dive into 2.3 Structure of Ionic Solids (crystal lattices, lattice energy factors, properties) and 2.4 Structure of Metals and Alloys (electron sea model, properties, types of alloys).
A crucial skill: mastering 2.5 Lewis Diagrams for molecules and polyatomic ions, including the octet rule and its exceptions, assigning valence electrons, and drawing multiple bonds.
We'll then tackle 2.6 Resonance and Formal Charge (when a single Lewis structure is insufficient, criteria for valid resonance structures, delocalization, formal charge calculation and its use in determining plausible structures).
Finally, we'll use 2.7 VSEPR and Bond Hybridization to predict molecular shapes and bond angles (electron domain vs. molecular geometry, common geometries), discuss the impact of lone pairs, determine molecular polarity, and introduce hybridization (sp, sp$^2$, sp$^3$, sp$^3d, sp^3d^2$).
Your Mission After This Session: Practice, practice, practice! Lewis structures, VSEPR, and formal charge are hands-on skills. The more you draw, the better you'll "see" these molecules.
SESSION 3
23
Jul
SESSION 3
AP Chemistry
AP Chemistry
Wed 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM UTCJul 23, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM UTC
Unit 3: Intermolecular Forces and Properties (Part 1 - The World Between Molecules)
We'll shift our focus to 3.1 Intermolecular Forces (IMFs): Distinction between intra- and intermolecular forces. Types: London Dispersion Forces (LDFs), Dipole-Dipole Forces, Hydrogen Bonding.
Understand 3.2 Properties of Liquids and Solids and how they correlate with IMF strength: Vapor pressure, boiling point, melting point, surface tension, viscosity, capillary action, and solubility ("Like dissolves like").
Then, we'll transition to 3.3 Solids, Liquids, and Gases: Kinetic Molecular Theory (KMT) for ideal gases. Properties of Gases (Volume, Pressure, Temperature, Moles).
We'll cover the Ideal Gas Law (PV = nRT) and its foundational derivations (Combined Gas Law, Boyle's Law, Charles's Law, Avogadro's Law).
Your Mission After This Session: Practice those gas law calculations and train your eye to identify the different types of IMFs in various compounds. Understanding these forces is key to explaining physical properties!