PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 141: General Chemistry
School: Saint Martin's University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 8
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Molecular Lewis Structures for CH?, CO?, H?Se, and NH?
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In this video, we demonstrate the creation of Lewis structures for methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen selenide, and ammonia, highlighting the arrangement of atoms and bonds in each molecule. The video emphasizes the importance of Lewis structures in visualizing atomic bonding and the presence of lone electron pairs.
Mole Count in Elemental Samples (Zn, Ar, Ta, Li)
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This video outlines the process of calculating the number of moles in various elemental samples. It begins by explaining the relationship between molar mass and atomic weight. Each sample's mass is divided by the respective element's molar mass to find the number of moles. It provides detailed calculations for four elemental samples: zinc (Zn), argon (Ar), tantalum (Ta), and lithium (Li), converting results to scientific notation where necessary. The script demonstrates how to determine the mole
Calculating Water's Final Temp after a 345 kJ Heat Boost
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Discover how to determine the final temperature of a water sample after heat absorption. Utilizing the concept of specific heat capacity and the formula q = mc?T, we calculate the change in temperature and reveal its new state. Experience the transformation from an initial tepid state to a drastically altered thermal condition.
Decoding Compound Names: What's HNO2(aq) Called in Chemistry
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Discover the process of naming acids based on their anions and oxidation states. This video breaks down the correct naming of HNO2(aq) by distinguishing its anion and determining its place in the world of mineral acids.
Why is Chloromethane Polar but Methane Nonpolar? Decoding Molecule Sha
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Explore the polar nature of Chloromethane and the nonpolar characteristics of Methane. Understand the impact of electronegativity differences and bond types. Deciphering molecular polarity through the lens of tetrahedral structures.
Finding NaOH Molarity: Titration of 0.200L SO?-Derived H?SO? Solution
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Determine the molarity of a NaOH solution through titration with sulfurous acid. Starting with the ideal gas equation we derive the concentration of a 0.200L SO?-derived H?SO? solution. Concluding with a molarity of 1.64 M for NaOH using calculated values.







