PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 001: General Chemistry
School: California Institute of Technology
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Videos
Mastering Ionic and Net Ionic Equations for Varied Chemical Reactions
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Discover the art of writing balanced, complete ionic, and net ionic equations for various chemical reactions. Learn the nuances that differentiate between these equations and watch them applied to diverse chemical reactants.
What is a propeller twist?
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Unravel the concept of propeller twist and its role in aviation and marine propulsion. We'll delve into the science and engineering behind this intriguing phenomenon, shedding light on its applications and significance.
Mastering Mass, Moles, Formula Units & Atoms
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Discover how to precisely calculate mass, moles, formula units, and atoms in various compounds. Understand the concept with examples like chromium(III) sulfate decahydrate, dichlorine heptoxide, and lithium sulfate. Master chemistry calculations through a step-by-step guide.
Endothermic Rxn: Ba(OH)2·8H2O & NH4NO3 Heat Dynamics
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Explore the endothermic reaction between Ba(OH)2·8H2O and NH4NO3 observing its impact on surroundings like the freezing water. Discover why touching the beaker feels cold and learn about heat transfer in such chemical reactions. This video is an insightful demonstration of heat absorption in chemical reactions.
Calculating Formula Masses: From Barium Bromide to Hydrobromic Acid
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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.
Unveiling the Water-to-Salt Ratio in Barium Chloride Hydrate
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Explore the process of determining the number of water molecules in a barium chloride hydrate. Through a reaction with sulfuric acid, the video highlights how to derive the formation of barium sulfate and its mass calculations. A comprehensive chemical analysis leads to finding the elusive 'x' value, revealing the water-to-salt ratio.

