PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 221: Quantitate Analytical Chemistry
School: University of Nebraska Lincoln
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Calculate a Building's Age Using Nickel-63 Decay
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The scenario involves an archaeologist analyzing iron in an old building containing nickel-63, which has a known half-life of 92 years. With only 0.78% of the original nickel-63 remaining, the goal is to estimate the year when this discovery was made. We delve into the calculations and principles of first-order decay reactions.
Calculating the Mass of a Sucrose Crystal: A Chemistry Insight
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Explore the fascinating world of chemistry as we calculate the mass of a sugar crystal with 1.8 x 10¹? molecules of sucrose. Using the concept of a mole and Avogadro's number, discover how to convert molecular numbers to milligrams. Grasp foundational principles in a clear, engaging format.
Chips Nutritional Energy and Body Fat Conversion
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Discover how to calculate the nutritional energy in a bag of chips, and learn the science behind converting excess energy into body fat.
Calculating Backpacker's Fuel Weight: White Gas Density
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Learn how to determine the weight of white gas carried by a backpacker using its density. A valuable skill for hikers and campers.
Quantitative vs Non-Quantitative: Precision in Scientific Observations
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Unpack the difference between quantitative and non-quantitative observations. Examples include a person's weight on the Moon and the depth a hand pump can reach. Learn why precise measurements are crucial in scientific studies.
Potassium and Iodine Monatomic Ions: Atomic Insights Revealed
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Discover the monatomic ions formed by potassium and iodine in this informative chemistry tutorial. Learn how to determine ion charges based on atomic properties and their positions on the periodic table.