Students who complete the undergraduate program in chemistry or biochemistry will have developed a set of core skills which they use in approaching the fundamental concepts, including the ability to, Describe the structure, composition and properties of various chemical substances. Plan the synthesis of inorganic and organic substances resulting in the successful synthesis of the compounds.Characterize substances based upon analysis of their physical and chemical properties.Use theories of microscopic properties to explain macroscopic behavior. Explain the role of energy in determining structure and reactivity.<br>Employ chemical theory to explain the rate and outcome of chemical reactions.