PreparED Study Materials
CHEM 105: Introduction to Chemistry
School: Old Dominion University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 3
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Why is the study of chiral molecules important in biochemistry?
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This discussion highlights the significance of studying chiral molecules in biochemistry, emphasizing their impact on biological activity, molecular recognition, pharmacokinetics, and biomedical research, without revealing specific examples or findings.
Molecular Geometry & Polarity: Why CO? & CCl? Are Nonpolar Explained
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Uncover the intriguing relationship between molecular geometry and polarity in chemistry. Using CO? and CCl? as examples, learn how polar bonds can result in nonpolar molecules. Recognize the role of symmetry in determining molecular polarity.
Comparing O-O Bond Lengths: Hydrogen Peroxide vs. Oxygen Molecule
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Explore the intricacies of hydrogen peroxide's Lewis structure and its bond characteristics. Understand the differences in bond lengths between H?O? and O?. Delve into the distinction between single and double bonds and their implications.
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.
Atomic Radius Trends: Unveiling Periodic Table Secrets
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Discover the intricacies of atomic radius and its trends on the periodic table in this video. Unravel the factors influencing atomic size and explore how elements' positions on the periodic table affect their atomic radii.
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.