PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 201: General Chemistry 1
School: University of Louisville
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 11
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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.
Identifying Incorrect Ground-State Electron Configurations and Providi
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This video delves into the significance of electron configurations in understanding an atom's chemical behavior. It examines and corrects inaccuracies in the electron configurations of Aluminium (Al), Boron (B), and Fluorine (F). For instance, the electron configuration for Aluminium is initially presented with an incorrect number of electrons in the 2p subshell, stressing the importance of adhering to the rules of electron configuration for precise atomic representation.
Identify the 3' and 5' ends of the DNA segment AGTCAT
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This video discusses the fundamental concept of DNA structure, focusing on the identification of the 3' and 5' ends of a DNA segment, specifically highlighting the sequence AGTCAT and its importance in understanding DNA strand direction for processes like replication and transcription.
Comparing Masses: Analyzing Water, Ethanol, Chloroform & Balsa Wood
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Explore the relationship between mass, density, and volume using real-life examples, including water, ethanol, chloroform, and balsa wood. Learn the process of calculating mass and uncover which substance has the highest mass based on given conditions.
SN2 Rate: Doubling NaOH & 1-Bromopropane Effects
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"Explore how altering concentrations and volume impacts the rate of an SN2 reaction between 1-bromopropane and sodium hydroxide. Learn the rate equation that describes this reaction and see real examples of how rate changes with concentration and volume adjustments
Mastering Molar Mass: Calculations for Key Chemical Compounds
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Discover how to calculate the molar mass of various chemical compounds, including Mercury(I) chloride, Calcium sulfate dihydrate, Chlorine pentoxide, and Sodium hydrogen sulfate. Learn the step-by-step process and atomic mass calculations for accurate results.