CHM 111: Foundations of Chemistry

Break down the mysteries of ions like Al³?, S²?, I?, and Ag?. Discover how the electron count impacts ion charge by exploring Aluminium, Sulfur, Iodine, and Silver. Enhance your understanding of protons, electrons, and their relationship in ions.

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.

Unravel electron configurations for transition metals including zinc copper zirconium and iron. Understand how atomic number influences electron arrangement based on the Pauli exclusion principle Hund's rule and the Aufbau principle. Decode the configurations of each metal with clarity.

Discover the step-by-step process of Barium Sulfate formation from the reaction of Barium Chloride with Sodium Sulfate. Learn about molar mass calculations stoichiometry and yield predictions.

Explore how to calculate the mass and volume of ethylene glycol, a common antifreeze, using its density. Understand the essentials of density-related calculations.

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.