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The course deepens some subjects of the preparatory course in General Chemistry I. Particular attention is paid to the study of the chemical properties of the main transition elements of block d, of the structure and reactivity of their coordination complexes as well as of their role in biological systems. This is in order to facilitate the understanding of related topics developed in other courses of the Degree Course.

1. Knowledge and understanding:
 Through lectures, by the end of the course students are expected to be able to recognize and understand the fundamental chemical phenomena presented during the course.

2. Applying knowledge and understanding:
 Students will be able to apply their knowledge of chemistry to address and solve problems involving chemical concepts and quantitative calculations.

3. Making judgements:
 Students will be able to assess their level of learning and understanding of the concepts presented by the instructor through active participation in classroom discussions. They will also be expected to organize and integrate the knowledge acquired during the course, providing a sound foundation for the study of more advanced chemistry courses in subsequent semesters and academic years.

4. Communication skills:
 Although the final examination consists solely of a written test, students will be expected to demonstrate their ability to present and discuss the topics covered in the course clearly, effectively, and comprehensively, using appropriate scientific terminology.

5. Learning skills:
 Students will develop the ability to independently expand and update their knowledge by retrieving, critically consulting, and using information from scientific literature.

Acid-base reactions (part II: pH calculations for buffer solutions and salt hydrolisis)

solubility

Transition elements

 Exchange Energy

 Coordination chemistry

 Geometry of the complexes

 Absorption of light and color

 Crystalline Field Theory (CFT)

 Ligand Field Theory (LFT)

 Chemical Kinetics

 Chemical Thermodynamics

A 90 minutes  written test must be passed. The test is based upon 5 numerical exercises. Completing one exercise guarantees 6 points, for a maximum of 5x6 = 30 points. There is no subsequent oral exam.

To pass written test, after registering electronically, students must provide a valid identity document.

During the test students are allowed to consult the periodic table, to use the scientific calculator, as well as personal notes; the use of the mobile phone is absolutely forbidden and, as a consequence, the mobile must be switched off.

Two optional in-course tests covering specific sections of the examination syllabus will also be offered. Students who successfully pass these tests will be exempt from completing, during the final examination, the exercises related to the topics covered by the corresponding in-course tests.

Final Grade Assessment Criteria

The final grade will be determined on the basis of the following criteria:

Fail: The student does not demonstrate the minimum level of knowledge and competence required to pass the examination.

Grade 18–21: The student demonstrates a basic level of knowledge, with limited ability to integrate the concepts presented and to correctly set up chemical calculations. The use of scientific terminology is rudimentary.

Grade 22–25: The student demonstrates a satisfactory level of knowledge, although mainly limited to the core topics of the course. The presentation of concepts is sufficiently clear, and the student demonstrates an adequate ability to address and solve chemical problems.

Grade 26–28: The student demonstrates a good level of knowledge and the ability to critically and systematically analyze chemical problems and calculations. Concepts are presented clearly and appropriate scientific terminology is used.

Grade 29–30 with honours: The student demonstrates an in-depth and comprehensive knowledge of the subject matter, excellent communication skills, and a highly proficient use of appropriate scientific terminology.

Electronic configurations of metal complexes

Exchange energy

Nomenclature of metal complexes

Geometry of the complexes