CHEM 008: Principles of Organic Chemistry

Understand the fundamental distinctions between pure substances and mixtures. Unpack the definitions and real-world examples of elements, compounds, homogeneous, and heterogeneous mixtures.

Unlock the secrets of precipitation reactions as we mix Aluminium nitrate and Sodium hydroxide. Discover how Al(NO?)? and NaOH interact forming the insoluble Aluminium hydroxide Al(OH)?. Break down the net ionic equation to highlight only the active participants.

Explore the concept of the degree of unsaturation in hydrocarbons. Understand its importance in revealing double bonds, triple bonds, or rings. Learn through examples like limonene, squalene, and lycopene.

Explore the groundbreaking moment in 1828 when Wöhler synthesized urea, the first organic compound. Join us in this video as we trace the profound impact of this achievement on the field of biochemistry and its significance in unraveling the mysteries of life's complex chemistry.

Explore the classification of select molecules based on their polarity. Understand the electron distribution and molecular shapes of Formaldehyde, Methanol, Dichloromethane, and Carbon dioxide. Discover which ones exhibit a net dipole moment and which ones don't.

Uncover the count of chlorine atoms in various chemical compounds. Grasp the calculations in Carbon tetrachloride, Calcium chloride, Phosphorus trichloride, and Sodium chloride. Gain clarity on atomic count across multiple molecules.