PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 108: Introductory Chemistry (CHEM 108)
School: Diablo Valley College
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 3
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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.
Dimethylamine vs. Trimethylamine: Structures & Boiling Points
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Uncover the science behind boiling points and molecular interactions in this video. Explore why Dimethylamine boils at a higher temperature than Trimethylamine, despite having a lower molecular weight, and gain insights into the role of molecular structures in determining physical properties.
Unveiling Earth's Crust: Calculating Silicon Mass
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Explore the fascinating process of calculating the mass of silicon in Earth's crust. Learn how to convert Earth's total mass to grams, determine the crust's mass percentage, and find the silicon's mass within the crust. Discover the scale of silicon's presence in our planet's outer layer.
Structural Isomers: C4H10, C5H12, C6H14, C2H5Cl, C2H4Cl2, C2H3Cl3
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Explore the diverse world of structural isomers! Learn how to draw structures for all constitutional isomers with various molecular formulas, including C4H10, C5H12, C6H14, C2H5Cl, C2H4Cl2, and C2H3Cl3.
Ethylene Glycol & Freezing Point in Antifreeze
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We explore the impact of increasing the concentration of ethylene glycol in an antifreeze mixture, explaining the resulting effect on the freezing point of the solution by examining its interaction with water molecules.
Utilizing Chemical Names and Symbols in Copper Cycle Analysis
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Explore the power of chemical names and symbols in deciphering copper compound formation at each step of the copper cycle, with an illustrative example.






