PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 161: General Chemistry W/ Lab I
School: Tacoma Community College
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Calculating the Mass of a Sucrose Crystal: A Chemistry Insight
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Explore the fascinating world of chemistry as we calculate the mass of a sugar crystal with 1.8 x 10¹? molecules of sucrose. Using the concept of a mole and Avogadro's number, discover how to convert molecular numbers to milligrams. Grasp foundational principles in a clear, engaging format.
Amino Acid Structural Formulas at Low pH
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Explore the protonation of amino acids, specifically valine and threonine, when subjected to a pH lower than their isoelectric points, highlighting the structural changes in their carboxyl and amino groups.
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.
Rutherford's Gold Foil: The Pivot to the Modern Nuclear Atom Model
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Discover Rutherford's pivotal Gold Foil Experiment and its impact on atomic theory. Unveil the discrepancies with the Plum Pudding Model. Grasp the birth of the nuclear atom model through unexpected alpha particle deflections.
Protons reveal electron count in atoms. Which statement applies?
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In this video, we explore the information that knowledge of the number of protons in a neutral element's atom can provide. Options for determining neutron count, electron count, and identifying the element's name are examined, with a conclusion that it allows us to know both the number of electrons and the element's name.
0.800g Match to SO?: Volume Calculation at 725 Torr & 32°C!
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Detailed walkthrough of calculating sulfur dioxide gas volume produced from burning tetraphosphorus trisulfide. Utilizes stoichiometry and the Ideal Gas Law to derive results under specific conditions. Step-by-step guide for understanding chemical reactions and gas volume calculations

