Sections 1 to 8, inclusive. Transition Metals and Coordination Chemsitry. Sections 1 to 4, inclusive. It will be assumed that you are thoroughly familiar with the material in Appendices 1 and 2 in Zumdahl. The language, notation and procedures of basic calculus will be used where appropriate, but you will not be expected to do calculus during exams.
Postings have the same status as assigned readings and problems from the textbook.
Detailed reading and problem assignments will be given at the beginning of the semester, but they are subject to modification as the semester progresses. Your TA will establish regular office hours. Recitations provide a setting in which to clarify conceptually difficult or confusing material which you have encountered in lecture or in the texts. They also facilitate close interaction with fellow students and a TA for the purpose of acquiring and sharpening the essential skill of problem solving, which is central to achieving mastery of the material. Be sure to take full advantage of this extremely valuable resource.