This course is offered to the BSc. Education (Chemistry and Mathematics), BSc. Education (Chemistry and Biology) and BSc. Biotechnology and Laboratory Science first year students
Credits rating: 2 Credits
Time distribution: Lectures: 30 hours, Tutorials: 15 hours, Practical: 45 hours
Course Instructor: Dr. Mariki, E.
Teaching Timetable: Chemistry & Biology Stream Chemistry & Mathematics Stream
Examination Timetable: Chemistry & Biology Stream Chemistry & Mathematics Stream
Course Content
Qualitative analysis:
Stoichiometry
Ionic equilibria
pH and buffer solutions
Solubility and solubility product, Precipitation and complex formation
Separation methods.
Quantitative analysis:
Gravimetric methods
Volumetric methods: Acid-base, Precipitation, complexometric, redox and potentiometric titrations;
Sampling techniques
Required Readings
Recommended Readings