Foundations of English Language Skills by Abhilash Valluri

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Foundations of English Language Skills

About the Book:

This book, “Inorganic Chemistry (Including Practical: Inorganic Preparations),” is the second book in the CSP Chemistry Major Courses – Book Series. It is designed to serve as a comprehensive foundation text for undergraduate students pursuing Chemistry as a major subject. The book follows the revised APSCHE curriculum, providing a clear, concise, and concept-oriented approach that helps students build a strong base in fundamental principles before advancing to higher-level courses in inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry.

The Inorganic Chemistry course is organized into five focused units, along with a Practical component on Inorganic Preparations, providing a clear and structured understanding of essential inorganic principles. The curriculum highlights key areas such as the structures of important p-block compounds including diborane, borazine, silicones, and phosphonitrilic chloride; the classification and behavior of oxides, sulphur oxoacids, interhalogens, and pseudohalogens; and the major characteristic properties of d-block elements, particularly variable oxidation states, colour, magnetism, and catalytic activity. Students further explore the core features of lanthanides and actinides, focusing on their electronic configurations, oxidation states, magnetic properties, and contraction trends. The section on metallurgy emphasizes essential processes such as ore concentration, oxidation–reduction, refining techniques, and corrosion prevention. The Practical Inorganic Preparations component reinforces theoretical knowledge through hands-on synthesis of selected inorganic compounds.

The completion of this book has been made possible through the collective efforts of the editorial and academic teams, whose dedication to quality and accuracy ensured that the content aligns with the APSCHE curriculum framework. We express our sincere gratitude to all faculty members, reviewers, and contributors who provided their valuable feedback and insights.

Through this series, our aim is to strengthen the foundation of chemical education in Andhra Pradesh by offering accessible, well-structured, and exam-oriented resources that foster analytical thinking and scientific curiosity. We hope that this book, Inorganic Chemistry (Course–2), will serve as a reliable guide and an inspiring companion for both students and educators, paving the way for deeper exploration of the fascinating world of chemistry.

Contents of the Book:

UNIT-1: Chemistry of p-Block Elements – I (9 Hours):

Group 13: Preparation and structures of diborane, borazine, and (BN)x.
Group 14: Preparation, classification, and uses of silicones.
Group 15: Preparation and structure of phosphonitrilic chloride, P₃N₃Cl₆.

UNIT-2: Chemistry of p-Block Elements – II (9 Hours):

Group 16: Classification of oxides; structures of oxides and oxoacids of sulphur.
Group 17: Preparation and structures of interhalogen compounds and pseudohalogens.

UNIT-3: Chemistry of d-Block Elements (9 Hours):

Characteristics of d-block elements with special reference to electronic configuration, variable valency, colour, magnetic properties, catalytic properties, and the ability to form complexes. Stability of various oxidation states of the 3d series.

UNIT-4: Chemistry of f-Block Elements(9 Hours):

Chemistry of Lanthanides: Electronic configuration, oxidation states, colour, magnetic properties, lanthanide contraction, and consequences of lanthanide contraction.
Chemistry of Actinides: Electronic configuration, oxidation states, actinide contraction, and comparison of lanthanides and actinides.

UNIT-5: General Principles of Metallurgy (9 Hours): Occurrence of metals, minerals, and ores. Concentration of ores: Levigation, magnetic separation, froth flotation, and leaching. Conversion of concentrated ores to oxides: Calcination and roasting. Reduction of oxides to metals. Refining of crude metals: Distillation, liquation, poling, electrolysis, zone refining, and vapour-phase refining. Corrosion and its prevention; alloys.

About the Author(s):

Dr. Abilash Valluri is a Faculty Member in the Department of English at Aditya University, Surampalem, Andhra Pradesh, and has been engaged in the teaching profession since 2017. He holds a Ph.D. in English, awarded by Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, where he pursued his doctoral research as a Part-Time Research Scholar. He earned his M.A. in English Language and Literature from Andhra University in 2017 and completed his B.Ed. at Government IASE, Rajahmundry, in 2014, and obtained his B.A. in Special English from Sri Y. N. College, Narsapur, in 2013.

Over the course of his career, Dr. Valluri has taught a broad spectrum of courses, including Language Skills, Communication Skills, English Language Teaching, Poetry, Drama, Prose, Fiction, Indian Writing in English, American Literature, and Women’s Writing. His research interests encompass trauma studies, psychoanalytic criticism, postmodernism, and contemporary Indian drama.

Dr. Valluri has been an active participant in academic and professional development activities. He has presented papers at eleven international seminars and seven national seminars, and has attended twenty-two Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs). In recognition of his academic distinction and leadership abilities, he was selected as a Q-Leader by the Quality Assurance Cell (QAC), Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), in July 2022.

Beyond his academic responsibilities, Dr. Valluri is actively engaged in creative writing and has contributed articles to various online platforms. His scholarly pursuits and literary interests continue to enrich the fields of English language teaching and literary studies.

Ms. Nathi Keerthi is a Soft Skills Trainer at Aditya University, Surampalem, Andhra Pradesh, with over five years of experience in the field of communication skills training and academic administration. Prior to her current role, she served as Vice Principal and Communication Trainer at the Narayana Group of Schools from June 2023 to July 2025, where she supervised academic activities, mentored faculty members, and organised workshops on communication, leadership, and personality development.

Ms. Keerthi holds an MBA in Human Resource Management from Satya Institute of Technology and Management, and earned her B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from Lendi Institute of Engineering and Technology.

In her training and instructional capacity, Ms. Keerthi delivers a wide range of courses and training modules, including Communication Skills, Soft Skills, Personality Development, Public Speaking, Leadership Skills, Team Building, Professional Etiquette, Presentation Skills, and Employability Skills. Her areas of interest include communication studies, personality development, leadership training, student mentoring, and human resource management.

Beyond academics and training, Ms. Keerthi is committed to fostering confidence, leadership qualities, and holistic development among learners. Her dedication to empowering students with essential life skills and professional competencies continues to contribute significantly to the fields of communication training and personality development.

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