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CHEM 421: Biochemistry

School: Western Illinois University

Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 5

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Producing Ammonium Sulfate: Calculating the Required Ammonia
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Discover the process to determine the quantity of ammonia (NH?) required to produce a specific amount of ammonium sulfate ((NH?)?SO?). Through a step-by-step explanation, learn the application of the balanced chemical equation and molar mass conversions. Transform theoretical chemistry into practical knowledge with this insightful guide.

Weight% of Ba, K, Cl in Heated BaCl2·2H2O & KCl Mix
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In this video we explore the process of calculating the weight percent of barium potassium and chlorine in a mixed sample of barium chloride dihydrate and potassium chloride. Through a step-by-step approach we examine the changes in sample weight after heating to 160°C breaking down the calculations for each elemental content.

Shapes & Forces: How Molecule Structure Affects Bonds
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Unveil the correlation between molecular shapes and their respective intermolecular forces. Delve into the specifics of nitrogen trichloride, ammonia, silane, and carbon tetrachloride, highlighting their unique force interactions based on polarity.

Calculate a Building's Age Using Nickel-63 Decay
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The scenario involves an archaeologist analyzing iron in an old building containing nickel-63, which has a known half-life of 92 years. With only 0.78% of the original nickel-63 remaining, the goal is to estimate the year when this discovery was made. We delve into the calculations and principles of first-order decay reactions.

Electronegativity & Acid Strength: Decoding Acid Formulas
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This video discusses how the electronegativity of attached groups affects the strength of acids. Comparing pairs such as Chloroacetic vs Fluoroacetic and Acetic vs Nitroacetic acids, we highlight which is the stronger acid in each pair and why.

Barium Chloride & Sodium Sulfate: Calculating BaSO? Yield
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Dive into the chemical reaction between Barium Chloride and Sodium Sulfate. Through step-by-step calculations, discover how to determine the resultant mass of Barium Sulfate. Conclude with a real-world example, highlighting the precise amount formed.

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