CHEM 234: Organic CHEM Lab I

Explore the distinction between homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures. Through real-world examples like baby oil, chocolate chip cookies, and wine, understand their uniformity, phases, and how components are distributed.

Explore the concept of the degree of unsaturation in hydrocarbons. Understand its importance in revealing double bonds, triple bonds, or rings. Learn through examples like limonene, squalene, and lycopene.

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.

Explore the intriguing reaction of gaseous Nitrogen Dioxide and Hydrogen, resulting in the formation of Ammonia and Water. Grasp the significance of balanced chemical equations in respecting the law of conservation of mass. Dive into the properties and characteristics of each involved compound.

Discover how to determine the density of mineral oil and a metal ball bearing using a graduated cylinder. Learn the method of calculating the mass difference and volume to deduce the density and radius of the ball. Watch a detailed physics experiment explained step by step.

Converting Denver's average pressure of 24.9 in. Hg into various units. This video provides clear steps to determine equivalents in millimeters of mercury atmospheres pounds per square inch and pascals. Understand the relationships and conversions between these common pressure units.