PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 1: General Chemistry
School: University of California Berkeley
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 15
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Orthorhombic Unit Cell: Decoding Nickel Sulfate's Crystal Density
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The video offers an insightful look into the orthorhombic unit cell, a unique crystal lattice structure. By exploring nickel sulfate's unit cell and its specific dimensions, we determine both the number of formula units and the density of this crystalline structure.
Understanding STP: Calculating Gas Volumes at 0°C and 1 ATM
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Discover the fundamental concept of Standard Temperature and Pressure (STP) and its relevance in determining the volume of different gases. Learn to calculate gas volumes at STP using real-life examples of Chlorine, Nitrogen, Helium, and Methane. Grasp essential chemistry concepts seamlessly with practical demonstrations.
Ethane Hydrazine or Fluoromethane: Which is Liquid at Room Temp?
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Explore the states of ethane hydrazine and fluoromethane at room temperature by understanding intermolecular forces. Learn about nonpolar molecules dipole-dipole interactions and the powerful influence of hydrogen bonding. Discover why hydrazine stands out as most likely to be a liquid in everyday conditions.
Metric Conversions: cm to m, g to kg, cm to mm, mL to L
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Master metric unit conversions with step-by-step examples, including cm to meters, g to kilograms, cm to millimeters, and mL to liters.
From CH? to C?H?: Decoding Molecular Formula with Molar Mass
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Discover the process of determining a compound's molecular formula from its empirical formula and molar mass. Understand the calculations and reasoning behind deriving C?H? from the empirical formula CH? with a molar mass of 56.11 g/mol. Gain insight into fundamental chemistry concepts and computations.
Lattice Energy: Always Positive; Hydration Energy: Always Negative
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In this video we clarify why lattice energy in solids is always a positive value due to the energy needed to separate ions making it an endothermic process. On the flip side hydration energy is always negative as it releases heat when ions dissolve in water making it an exothermic reaction. We use sodium chloride as a real-world example to illustrate these crucial thermodynamic concepts