The Hydrogen and Its Compounds section covers the unique position of hydrogen in the periodic table, its physical and chemical properties, and the chemistry of its important compounds. This topic is a core part of Class 11–12 and undergraduate Inorganic Chemistry, with strong relevance to NEET, JEE, and UG examinations.

In this section, you will study:

• Position of hydrogen in the periodic table and its anomalous behavior

• Isotopes of hydrogen – protium, deuterium, and tritium

• Physical and chemical properties of hydrogen

• Methods of preparation of hydrogen (laboratory and industrial)

• Hydrides – ionic, covalent, and metallic hydrides

• Water – structure, physical and chemical properties, hardness, and softening

• Hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) – preparation, properties, structure, and uses

• Hydrogen as a fuel – energy potential and environmental significance

• Biological and industrial importance of hydrogen compounds

• NCERT- and UG-aligned explanations, supported by reaction equations, diagrams, MCQs, numericals, and PYQs

The content is structured to build conceptual clarity, connect structure with properties, and prepare students to confidently handle theory, numericals, and application-based questions.

Develop a strong foundation in Hydrogen and Its Compounds to understand its central role in chemistry, energy systems, and life processes.