Learn the basics of chemistry, including the metric system, the atom, the periodic table of the elements, bonding, molecular geometry, chemical formulas, stoichiometry, gas laws, thermochemistry, and thermodynamics. You can earn a free certificate of completion for this online Chemistry course, or use it to earn credit in leading college programs. 

In our Chemistry course, you will learn to:

  • distinguish between the physical and chemical properties of matter;
  • discuss the law of conservation of mass, the law of definite composition, and the law of multiple proportions; and
  • name ionic and covalent compounds using the rules for nomenclature of inorganic compounds.

CHEM101: General Chemistry I

Explore the basic principles and methods of chemistry, such as the metric system, scientific notation and significant figures, the atom and atomic theories, trends of the periodic table of the elements, bonding, molecular geometry, chemical formulas, stoichiometry, gas laws, thermochemistry, and thermodynamics.