CHEM 1061: Chemical Principles I

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.

Discover the process of determining the final temperature of an iron nail after heat absorption. Using the specific heat capacity of iron and the heat transfer formula, we calculate the temperature increase and reveal the nail's new thermal state. This tutorial offers a clear understanding of how materials respond to heat.

Dive into the chemical reaction between Barium Chloride and Sodium Sulfate. Through step-by-step calculations, discover how to determine the resultant mass of Barium Sulfate. Conclude with a real-world example, highlighting the precise amount formed.

Discover the difference between strong and weak electrolytes by understanding their ionization in water. Using nitrous acid and nitric acid as examples, this video provides chemical equations that visually distinguish the ionization behavior of these electrolytes.

In this analysis, we determine the composition of a solution prepared by dissolving 12.15g of nickel(II) nitrate in 175mL of water (density 1.00 g/mL). The mass percent of nickel(II) nitrate is found to be approximately 6.50%, and the mole fraction of nickel(II) ions in the solution is calculated as 0.00672.

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.