Learn the Basics of Chemistry with this Free Course

The free Alison online course “Fundamentals of Chemistry” offers a simple introduction to basic chemistry and includes topics such as the periodic table, atoms and molecules, the pH scale, and experimental design and techniques. It is ideal as a study aid for secondary school students or anyone interested in learning the basics of chemistry.

Fundamentals of Chemistry Course Content

After completing this course you will understand the periodic table including groups, compounds, metals and non-metals. You will learn the reasons for using various symbols in chemistry. You will understand atoms. You will be able to classify elements and compounds. You will learn about chemical bonds including ionic and covalent bonding. This course will help you to gain a good knowledge of the reactions between acids and metal carbonates. It will teach you the meaning of ions, particles, gasses, liquids, solids, soluble and insoluble mixtures. You will understand the pH scale, evaporation, filtration and many more interesting areas of chemistry.