PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 2870: Introductory Physical Chemistry
School: Cornell University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Chromium(III) Oxide Reaction: Calculating Precise Quantities
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Learn the art of precise chemical calculations in this video. Discover how Chromium(III) oxide reacts with hydrogen sulfide to form chromium(III) sulfide and water, all while unraveling the necessary steps to determine the exact quantities involved.
Comparing pH: Acid Concentrations Strength Ka pKa & pOH Explained!
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Understanding pH Values: In this video we break down the pH levels of various solutions. Discover the importance of acid strengths via Ka and pKa contrast weak vs. strong acids and learn the counterintuitive relationship between pOH and pH.
Perfecting Perbromate Ion: Achieving Zero Formal Charges
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Learn how to create a Lewis structure for the perbromate ion, ensuring all atoms achieve zero formal charges. Follow the step-by-step guide to understand the bonding and electron distribution in this chemical compound.
Physical vs. Chemical: Chlorine Reactions & Magnetism
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Explore the differences between physical and chemical properties in substances. Learn some fundamentals of chemistry and understand how substances interact and change.
The original sulfur quantity (tons) for 26M tons SO?
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Explore the environmental impact of sulfur dioxide production, revealing how 26 million tons of this compound conceal 13 million tons of sulfur. It delves into the chemistry of this transformation, converting atomic and molecular masses, providing valuable insights into emissions from activities like burning coal and auto exhaust."
Indium Secrets: Electron Config Magnetism & HCl Reaction
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This video breaks down the configurations for In In+ In2+ and In3+ distinguishing between diamagnetic and paramagnetic properties. Uncover the oxidation state of Indium in InCl2 and understand its diamagnetic nature.


















