Foundations of Chemistry: General & Organic Chemistry

Learn chemistry from the ground up — atoms, reactions, biomolecules, and beyond

What you'll learn
- The basics of chemistry: matter, energy, atoms, and the periodic table
- How to name chemical compounds and write balanced chemical equations
- How chemical reactions work and how to calculate quantities in reactions
- The principles of energy changes in chemical processes (thermochemistry)
- How gases behave and how to apply gas laws in real-life situations
- The structure of atoms, electron configurations, and chemical bonding
- How molecules are shaped and how that affects their properties
- The fundamentals of organic chemistry, including how carbon-based molecules are built and named
- Key organic reactions and how molecules like alcohols, acids, and amines behave
- The chemistry of life: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and amino acids
- How to recognize and understand important organic chemistry concepts like resonance, aromaticity, and stereochemistry

Requirements
- No prior chemistry knowledge needed – this course starts from the basics
- A willingness to learn and explore scientific concepts
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and working with simple equations)
- Access to a notebook or digital note-taking tool for practice and review
- Optional: A periodic table and a scientific calculator can be helpful for solving problems

Description
Chemistry is often called the central science — it connects physics with biology, medicine, environmental science, and countless other fields. Whether you're a student preparing for exams, a pre-med hopeful, or simply someone curious about how the world works at the molecular level, this course is designed to give you a comprehensive, approachable, and engaging introduction to both General and Organic Chemistry.

In this course, you’ll begin with thefundamentals of General Chemistry, where you’ll explore the building blocks of matter, the behavior of atoms and molecules, and the principles that govern chemical reactions. You’ll learn how to classify matter, balance chemical equations, understand the periodic table, and apply concepts like stoichiometry, thermochemistry, and gas laws. These foundational topics are explained clearly and visually, helping you build a strong base in chemistry — even if you’ve never studied it before.

Once you’ve mastered the basics, the course transitions intoOrganic Chemistry, where you’ll dive into the fascinating world of carbon-based compounds. You’ll explore how organic molecules are structured, named, and how they react. From hydrocarbons and functional groups to complex biomolecules like carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and amino acids, you’ll gain a solid understanding of the chemistry of life.

You’ll also learn about key organic chemistry concepts such as stereochemistry, resonance, aromaticity, substitution and elimination reactions, and carbonyl chemistry. These topics are presented in a way that emphasizes conceptual understanding, with real-world examples and step-by-step walkthroughs.

Whether you're aiming to ace your chemistry class, prepare for exams like the MCAT or GRE, or build a foundation for a career in science or healthcare, this course is your all-in-one resource.

Why Take This Course?

Comprehensive coverage of both general and organic chemistry

Clear, engaging instruction from an experienced educator

Real-world examples and visual explanations

Self-paced learning with lifetime access

Perfect for exam prep, academic success, or personal enrichment

Who this course is for:
- High school and college students taking general or organic chemistry
- Pre-med, biology, chemistry, and engineering majors
- Students preparing for exams like the MCAT, DAT, or GRE
- Adult learners and professionals seeking a chemistry refresher
- Anyone curious about how matter behaves and interacts at the molecular level
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