Reactivity of the Elements (F1201)
Reactivity of the Elements
Module F1201
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
This module will introduce the periodic table as the 鈥渃hemists鈥 toolbox鈥, considering the various characteristic trends that are apparent on traversing the periods and groups of the table and their implications for chemical structure and reactivity. It will consider the general, over-arching features of the table and then focus on sub-sets of these in respect of the specific chemistry of the s, p and d blocks, with an emphasis of the implications for utility of the elements and their compounds, contextualised by modern applications and contemporary advances.
Module learning outcomes
An understanding of the construction of the periodic table in terms of characteristic trends and the application of this in relating the behaviour and character individual elements.
A knowledge of the core chemical reactivities and simple binary compounds and their importance in modern applications
An understanding of basic coordination chemistry principles as applied across the periodic table, with particular emphasis on the transition metals
Understanding of the simple models of bonding within transition metal complexes and ability to apply them in determining the electronic physical characteristics of metal centres
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 80.00% |
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Equal weighting for all components. | ||
| Problem Set | T2 Week 7 | |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 01010101010 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Richard Layfield
Assess convenor
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Dr Ian Crossley
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