PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 108: CHEM 8A
School: University of California - Santa Cruz
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 1
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Physical vs Chemical Changes: Understanding Reactions & Transformation
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Discover the differences between physical and chemical changes using common examples. Understand how sugar reacts in various scenarios, and how metals undergo changes, either maintaining their substance or forming new compounds.
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.
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.
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.
Identifying Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures
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Join us in this enlightening video where we unravel the world of chemistry. We'll examine a series of options to identify elements, compounds, and mixtures. Explore the fascinating world of matter and discover how to distinguish these fundamental concepts. Whether you're a student or simply curious about the world of chemistry, this video will help you sharpen your understanding of the building blocks of matter.
What makes bubbles when water boils?
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When water boils, bubbles rise to the surface, but what's in these bubbles? Let's evaluate the options. Option d, water vapor, is correct; the bubbles during boiling are primarily composed of water vapor, the gaseous state of water.