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CHM 10877: Introductory Chemistry
School: Grand Valley State University
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Why geometric isomerism is not possible in alkynes
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This video provides insights into the concept of geometric isomerism in organic chemistry and explains why alkynes, which contain carbon-carbon triple bonds and adopt a linear structure, cannot exhibit this form of isomerism, unlike alkenes with double bonds that restrict rotation.
Disulfur Decafluoride Disproportionation & Sulfur Oxidation States
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This video explains the disproportionation reaction of disulfur decafluoride at 150°C. It teaches you to write a balanced equation for this reaction and give the oxidation state of S in each compound.
Determining the Equilibrium Constant: Initial & Final Concentrations
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Explore the method to determine the equilibrium constant for a reaction between iron III ions and thiocyanate ions. Learn to deduce equilibrium concentrations from initial values and reaction stoichiometry. Grasp the importance of the equilibrium constant value of 325.1 in assessing the reaction's favorability.
Speed of Light Explained: Earth, Billions of Km & the Concept of Light
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Discover the incredible speed of light as it zips 7.5 times around Earth in just a second! Marvel at its daily and yearly travels, equating to billions and trillions of kilometers. Dive deeper into the concept of a 'light year' and its significance in astronomical measurements.
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."
Does Cesium Bromide & Hydrogen Iodide in Water Conduct Electricity?
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Explore the conductivity of aqueous solutions: Cesium bromide and hydrogen iodide. Understand their ionic nature and how it leads to the presence of charged ions enabling electricity conduction


















