PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 131: General Chemistry I
School: Towson University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 25
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Understanding Electron Configurations of Ions: The Noble Gas Connectio
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Unravel the electron configurations of diverse ions and discern their noble gas resemblances. Understand how atoms and ions strive for full outer electron shells for ultimate stability.
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.
Calculating the Mass of CCl4: Using Density and Volume Insights
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Learn the method to calculate the mass of a substance using its density and volume. This video demonstrates the practical application of density in determining the mass of carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) from a given volume.
Conjugate Bases of Brønsted Acids: Formulas and Descriptions
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This video delves into the fundamental concept of conjugate bases in the context of the Brønsted-Lowry theory of acids and bases, explaining how when acids donate protons, they transform into their respective conjugate bases. This understanding is exemplified through the specific reactions of various compounds, illustrating how each Brønsted acid, upon proton donation, gives rise to its corresponding conjugate base.
Barium Chloride & Sodium Sulfate: Calculating BaSO? Yield
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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.