CHEM 351: Organic Chemistry I

Join us as we delve into the intriguing world of genetic coding and discover how the concept of wobble accounts for variations in codons encoding a single amino acid.

Compare the acidity of chromium trioxide (CrO?) and chromium (II) oxide (CrO) in water. Chromium trioxide forms strong chromic acid increasing hydronium ions, while chromium (II) oxide has weaker oxidizing properties, resulting in a less acidic solution.

Discover the balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis, where CO? and H?O produce glucose and O?. Uncover the step-by-step breakdown of the equation, ensuring atom balance. Grasp a clear understanding of this vital process in plant biology.

Explore the calculations for mole fractions, partial pressures, and total pressure in a 22.4 dm³ vessel with H? and N? at 273.15 K.

This video explains the importance of the number of valence electrons in an element's chemical behavior and demonstrates how to determine the valence electrons for potassium, calcium, and aluminum based on their positions in the periodic table. Valence electrons dictate an element's reactivity with other elements, making this knowledge essential for understanding chemical reactions.

Discover how to calculate the nutritional energy in a bag of chips, and learn the science behind converting excess energy into body fat.