CHEM 111: Chemsitry

Join us in this video as we dive into the intricacies of calculating the net ATP yield from oleic acid (18:1 ??). We'll provide a step-by-step guide and offer helpful hints to ensure an accurate calculation, including a critical step that bypasses acyl-CoA dehydrogenase.

Unravel the concept of propeller twist and its role in aviation and marine propulsion. We'll delve into the science and engineering behind this intriguing phenomenon, shedding light on its applications and significance.

Master metric unit conversions with step-by-step examples, including cm to meters, g to kilograms, cm to millimeters, and mL to liters.

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.

Discover the fascinating world of chemical reactions with N-Bromosuccinimide (NBS) in Carbon Tetrachloride (CCl4), initiated by light. Explore the bromination process and its effects on molecules like cyclopentene, 2,3-dimethylbut-2-ene, and CH3 toluene, leading to valuable insights into organic chemistry.

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.