Week One: The Atom and its Electronic Structure, pt. 1

 Module Overview

Within this module, we will learn about the components inside the atom and look especially at the electrons. The electron structure determines the properties of the elements. So, by the end of this series of lessons, you will know for each elements where the electrons are located in the atom.

 Learning Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

  1. Describe the properties and location of the subatomic particles and how information of each can be obtained from an isotopic symbol.
  2. Explain the interconnection between wavelength and frequency of electromagnetic radiation.
  3. Recall the experimentation which lead to the understanding of photons and the dual nature of light.
  4. Summarize how the emission spectrum of the hydrogen atom lead to the initial understanding of the electronic structure of atoms.
  5. Explain, and use in calculations, the connections between mass, speed and wavelength of a subatomic particle.
  6. Associate the electronic structure from Bohr's model to the quantum mechanical model.

 Lecture Notes

Please download the unit's Download presentation guide

. This guide can be printed to use for notes and/or reviewed before the unit assessment.

 Due This Week

Assignment or Activity
 Format Grading
1.01: Subatomic Particles Practice Problems Self-evaluation PDF 0 pts.
1.02: Understanding Light Practice Problems Self-evaluation PDF 0 pts.
1.03: Quantum Theory Practice Problems Self-evaluation PDF 0 pts.
1.04: Bohr's Model for the Hydrogen Atom Practice Problems Self-evaluation PDF 0 pts.
1.05: The Dual Nature of the Electron Practice Problems Self-evaluation PDF 0 pts.
1.06: The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle Practice Problems Self-evaluation PDF 0 pts.
Quiz 1: Atoms and Electron Structure, pt. 1 Quiz 10 pts.