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CHEM 3153: Organic Chemistry II: Biological Emphasis
School: University of Oklahoma
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Do Rusting and Burning Violate Conservation of Mass?
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This video explores the processes of rusting in iron and burning a match, addressing whether the observed changes in mass violate the law of conservation of mass, and explains how these processes align with the law.
Perfecting Perbromate Ion: Achieving Zero Formal Charges
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Learn how to create a Lewis structure for the perbromate ion, ensuring all atoms achieve zero formal charges. Follow the step-by-step guide to understand the bonding and electron distribution in this chemical compound.
Understanding Microwaves: Boiling Water's Time and Photon Count
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This video breaks down the process of calculating the time and number of photons required to boil water in a microwave. Using given power, wavelength, and water specifics, we determine both energy needs and photon count.
Synthesis, Decomposition Reactions, and Oxidation-Reduction
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We explore synthesis and decomposition reactions, showcasing examples like the formation of water and its breakdown into simpler substances. We also clarify that while many of these reactions are redox reactions involving electron transfer, some synthesis and decomposition reactions may not necessarily be redox reactions, as seen in specific examples.
From CH? to C?H?: Decoding Molecular Formula with Molar Mass
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Discover the process of determining a compound's molecular formula from its empirical formula and molar mass. Understand the calculations and reasoning behind deriving C?H? from the empirical formula CH? with a molar mass of 56.11 g/mol. Gain insight into fundamental chemistry concepts and computations.
Why geometric isomerism is not possible in alkynes
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This video provides insights into the concept of geometric isomerism in organic chemistry and explains why alkynes, which contain carbon-carbon triple bonds and adopt a linear structure, cannot exhibit this form of isomerism, unlike alkenes with double bonds that restrict rotation.