PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 0960: General Chemistry for Engrs
School: University of Pittsburgh
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Weighting Epsom Salts for Baths & CO? in Soda: Molecular Insight
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Learn the step-by-step process to convert moles into grams using the molecular weight of Epsom salts (MgSO?) and carbon dioxide (CO?). From bathtub to soda bottle understand the science behind the amounts
Why is the study of chiral molecules important in biochemistry?
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This discussion highlights the significance of studying chiral molecules in biochemistry, emphasizing their impact on biological activity, molecular recognition, pharmacokinetics, and biomedical research, without revealing specific examples or findings.
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.
Calculating Percent Error: Insights into Experiment Accuracy & Refinem
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Discover the importance of calculating percent error to assess the precision of experiments. Through real-world examples like measuring alcohol's density and the mass of gold, learn how this value offers insights into measurement accuracy and ways to refine methods.
Shapes & Forces: How Molecule Structure Affects Bonds
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Unveil the correlation between molecular shapes and their respective intermolecular forces. Delve into the specifics of nitrogen trichloride, ammonia, silane, and carbon tetrachloride, highlighting their unique force interactions based on polarity.
Disulfur Decafluoride Disproportionation & Sulfur Oxidation States
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This video explains the disproportionation reaction of disulfur decafluoride at 150°C. It teaches you to write a balanced equation for this reaction and give the oxidation state of S in each compound.