CHEM 341: Organic Chemistry 1

Explore the fascinating discovery of a glucose polymer with alternating glycosidic linkages. We'll visualize its Haworth projection and investigate its potential role in organisms, pondering whether it primarily serves a structural or energy storage function. Additionally, we'll discuss which types of organisms might utilize this unique polysaccharide as a potential food source.

Understand the relationship between atomic number, mass number, and neutrons within atoms. This video breaks down the simple calculation to determine the number of neutrons for specific elements like Nickel, Uranium, Scandium, and Argon.

Discover the method to rank compounds like Tungsten Dioxide Rubidium Sulfate Lead Acetate and Rubidium Iodide based on their formula masses. Learn about the significance and calculation of a compound's formula mass. Conclude with an ordered list from heaviest to lightest based on our calculations

Explore the endothermic reaction between Ba(OH)2·8H2O and NH4NO3 observing its impact on surroundings like the freezing water. Discover why touching the beaker feels cold and learn about heat transfer in such chemical reactions. This video is an insightful demonstration of heat absorption in chemical reactions.

Explore the chemical combination of nitrogen and fluorine to produce nitrogen trifluoride. Learn how to determine the limiting reactant and calculate the theoretical yield using stoichiometry principles.