Syllabus
| S.No | Topic | Sub-Topics and Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | States of Matter | Measurement: Physical quantities and SI units, Dimensional analysis, Precision, Significant figures. Chemical Reactions: Laws of chemical combination, Dalton’s atomic theory, Mole concept, Atomic/molecular/molar masses, Percentage composition, empirical and molecular formula, Balanced chemical equations & stoichiometry. Three states of matter: Gaseous state, Liquid state, and Solid state. Gas Laws: Kinetic energy, molecular speeds, Ideal gas equation, Deviation from ideal behavior, Critical temperature, Liquefaction of gases, Van der Waals equation. Liquid state: Vapour pressure, surface tension, viscosity. Solid State: Space lattices, crystal systems, unit cell calculation, packing, imperfections, electrical and magnetic properties, band theory of metals, semiconductors. |
| 2 | Atomic Structure | Introduction: Atomic number, isotopes, isobars, Thomson’s model, Rutherford’s atomic model, Bohr’s model, and its limitations. Quantum Mechanics: Wave-particle duality, de Broglie’s relation, Heisenberg’s Uncertainty principle. Hydrogen Atom: Quantum numbers, wave functions, atomic orbitals (s, p, d), Spin quantum number. Many-electron atoms: Pauli exclusion principle, Aufbau principle, Hund’s rule. |
| 3 | Periodicity and Bonding | Periodic Table: Development, periodic law, ionization energy, atomic and ionic radii, electron affinity, electronegativity, valency. Types of Elements: s, p, d, and f block elements. Ionic Bonding: Lattice energy, Born-Haber cycle. Covalent Bonding: Hybridization, molecular orbital theory, bond order, VSEPR model, resonance, dipole moment, hydrogen bonding. |
| 4 | Thermodynamics | Basic Concepts: State functions, Intensive and Extensive properties, Zeroth law of thermodynamics. First Law: Work, internal energy, enthalpy, heat capacities, specific heats, Thermochemistry, Hess’s Law. Second Law: Spontaneous processes, entropy, Gibbs free energy. Third Law: Introduction to absolute zero of entropy. |
| 5 | Chemical and Physical Equilibria | Concentration Units: Mole fraction, Molarity, Molality. Solutions: Solubility, vapor pressure, Raoult’s law, depression in freezing point, elevation in boiling point, osmotic pressure. Chemical Equilibrium: Law of mass action, Le-Chatelier’s principle, equilibrium constants (Kp, Kc), factors affecting equilibrium. Ionic Equilibria: Strong and weak electrolytes, Acid-base theory (Arrhenius, Bronsted, Lewis), pH, buffer solutions, Henderson equation, Acid-base titrations, Hydrolysis. |
| 6 | Electrochemistry | Redox Reactions: Oxidation-reduction, balancing of reactions, electrochemical cells, standard electrode potentials, EMF of Galvanic cells, Nernst equation. Electrolytic Conduction: Electrolysis, Faraday’s laws, specific and molar conductivities, Kolhrausch’s Law, electrode potential. |
| 7 | Chemical Kinetics | Rate of Reactions: Rate constant, order and molecularity, Integrated rate expressions for zero and first-order reactions. Factors Affecting Rate: Concentration, temperature, catalysts, collision theory, activation energy, Arrhenius equation. Surface Chemistry: Adsorption, catalysis, colloidal systems, emulsions. |
| 8 | Hydrogen and s-block Elements | Hydrogen: Isotopes, preparation, properties, molecular hydrides, water, heavy water, hydrogen peroxide. s-block elements: Abundance and occurrence; Anomalous properties of the first elements in each group; diagonal relationships; trends in the variation of properties (ionization energy, atomic & ionic radii). Alkali Metals (Group 1): Lithium, sodium, potassium properties, reactions with water, oxygen, halogens, compounds like NaCl, NaOH, KOH. Alkaline Earth Metals (Group 2): Magnesium, calcium properties, reactions with water, oxygen, halogens, compounds like MgSO4, CaCO3 |
| 9 | p, d, f-block Elements | p-block Elements (Group 13-18): Properties and trends in chemical reactivity, compounds of Boron, Carbon, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Halogens, Noble gases. Transition Metals: Properties, reactivity, and uses of first-row transition metals, color, magnetism, alloys, and their industrial applications. Lanthanides and Actinides: Lanthanide contraction, oxidation states, chemical reactivity, comparison with actinides. |
| 10 | Organic Chemistry | Hydrocarbons: Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes, Aromatic hydrocarbons, isomerism, reactions, and mechanisms. Reactions in Organic Chemistry: Nucleophilic substitution, free radical reactions, electrophilic addition, Markovnikov’s rule. Functional Groups: Alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, amines, esters, ethers, and their properties, reactions, and applications. |
| 11 | Stereochemistry | Conformations: Ethane conformations, Newman and Sawhorse projections. Geometrical Isomerism: cis-trans isomerism in alkenes. Chirality: Optical isomerism, enantiomers, and diastereomers, asymmetric carbon. |
| 12 | Organic Compounds with Oxygen and Nitrogen | Alcohols, Phenols & Ethers: Nomenclature, preparation, physical and chemical properties, applications. Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acids: Functional group chemistry, reactions, and their applications. Amines & Nitrogen Compounds: Reactions of amines, diazonium salts, cyanides, and isocyanides. |
| 13 | Biological, Industrial and Environmental Chemistry | Carbohydrates: Classification of monosaccharides, disaccharides, polysaccharides (glucose, sucrose, starch, cellulose). Proteins & Nucleic Acids: Structure, amino acids, peptide bond, primary and secondary structure, DNA, RNA. Polymers: Biopolymers, natural and synthetic polymers, polymerization methods, vulcanization, rubber. Pollution: Environmental pollutants, air, soil, and water pollution, green chemistry principles, greenhouse effect, ozone depletion. |
| 14 | Experimental Chemistry | Volumetric Analysis: Acid-base titrations, redox titrations, standard solutions. Qualitative Analysis: Detection of cations (Pb2+, Cu2+, Fe3+, etc.) and anions (SO42-, Cl-, NO3-, etc.). Purification Methods: Distillation, crystallization, sublimation, and chromatography. Organic Chemistry Experiments: Preparation of organic compounds like acetanilide, diazonium salts, and other functional group tests. |
| Subject | Book Title | Author(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Chemistry | Atkins Physical Chemistry | Peter Atkins | Comprehensive, in-depth coverage of physical chemistry concepts, including thermodynamics and kinetics. |
| Physical Chemistry | Physical Chemistry | N. Awasthi | Detailed explanations and numerous problems, great for mastering physical chemistry topics. |
| Organic Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | M. S. Chauhan | Focuses on organic reactions, mechanisms, and problem-solving skills. |
| Inorganic Chemistry | Inorganic Chemistry | J. D. Lee | Excellent for mastering the concepts of coordination compounds, bonding, and periodicity. |
| Organic Chemistry | Organic Chemistry: Structure and Reactivity | Paula Bruice Yurkanis | Clear and detailed explanation of organic reaction mechanisms and functional groups. |
| Inorganic Chemistry | Inorganic Chemistry | O. P. Tandon | Thorough coverage of inorganic chemistry topics, with solved problems and practice exercises. |
| Subject | Book Title | Author(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Arihant Physics | D. C. Pandey | Comprehensive coverage of physics concepts with practice problems. |
| Physics | Concepts of Physics | H.C. Verma | Detailed explanations of physics concepts with examples and problems. |
| Mathematics | Integral Calculus | Arihant | Focuses on calculus concepts with practice problems. |
| Mathematics | Higher Algebra | Hall Knight Bernard-Child | Excellent for mastering algebraic concepts and problem-solving. |
| English Proficiency and Logical Reasoning | The Pearson Complete Guide to the BITSAT | One Learn Education | Comprehensive guide for English proficiency and logical reasoning. |
| Subject | Important Topics | Approximate Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Chemistry | States of Matter (Gaseous and Liquid State) | 5-6% |
| Chemical Kinetics | 3-4% | |
| Thermodynamics | 5-7% | |
| Solutions and Colligative Properties | 3-4% | |
| Chemical Equilibrium | 3-4% | |
| Electrochemistry | 4-5% | |
| Organic Chemistry | Basic Concepts of Organic Chemistry | 3-4% |
| Hydrocarbons (Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes) | 5-6% | |
| Organic Reaction Mechanisms and Functional Groups | 7-8% | |
| Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers | 4-5% | |
| Aldehydes and Ketones | 4-5% | |
| Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives | 3-4% | |
| Biomolecules (Carbohydrates, Proteins, Enzymes) | 6% | |
| Inorganic Chemistry | Periodic Table and Periodicity | 3-4% |
| Coordination Compounds | 5-6% | |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | 10% | |
| p-Block and s-Block Elements | 6-7% | |
| d-Block and f-Block Elements | 4-5% | |
| General Chemistry | Concepts of Chemical Bonding, Atomic Structure | 5-6% |
| Laws of Chemical Combination and Stoichiometry | 4-5% |