CHEM 8A: Organic Chemistry

In biochemistry, polymers are essential macromolecules, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids, each adopting specific shapes and performing vital functions within cells, with proteins serving diverse roles, nucleic acids carrying genetic information, catalysis expediting reactions, and the genetic code enabling protein synthesis.

This video delves into the fundamental concept of conjugate bases in the context of the Brønsted-Lowry theory of acids and bases, explaining how when acids donate protons, they transform into their respective conjugate bases. This understanding is exemplified through the specific reactions of various compounds, illustrating how each Brønsted acid, upon proton donation, gives rise to its corresponding conjugate base.

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of peptidyl transferase, one of the most conserved sequences in biology. In this video, we delve into the implications and draw intriguing conclusions from its exceptional conservation across species.

Uncover the distinct behaviors of hydrochloric acid and acetic acid in water. Learn about the complete ionization of strong acids and the partial ionization of weak ones, emphasizing the differentiation in proton donation.

Determining the total mass of sucrose solutions at varying concentrations: 4.1% 3.2% and 12.5%. Learn step-by-step calculations to find solution masses containing 12 grams of sucrose. Results: ~292.68g ~375g and 96g for each concentration respectively.

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.