CHEM 281: Survey of Biochemistry

Explore the polar nature of Chloromethane and the nonpolar characteristics of Methane. Understand the impact of electronegativity differences and bond types. Deciphering molecular polarity through the lens of tetrahedral structures.

Detailed walkthrough of calculating sulfur dioxide gas volume produced from burning tetraphosphorus trisulfide. Utilizes stoichiometry and the Ideal Gas Law to derive results under specific conditions. Step-by-step guide for understanding chemical reactions and gas volume calculations

Uncover the nuances of the CO? molecule's polarity and its electron dynamics. Understand how bending and stretching motions influence its electron density. Grasp the analogy of CO? to a jumping rope, highlighting its overall nonpolar nature.

Discover the differences between physical and chemical changes using common examples. Understand how sugar reacts in various scenarios, and how metals undergo changes, either maintaining their substance or forming new compounds.

Discover how to calculate specific rotations of samples using a polarimeter in this informative chemistry tutorial. Explore optical activity and learn step-by-step calculations for two real-world examples. Enhance your understanding of specific rotation and its application in chemical analysis.

Understand the process of calculating formula masses for various compounds. This video breaks down the atomic masses for elements in barium bromide, dinitrogen trioxide, copper(I) sulfate, and hydrobromic acid. Master the method of summing up the masses considering atom count in each formula.