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Introduction to Chemistry
The time-saving online video lessons in the Introduction to Chemistry unit provide a basic overview of chemistry and cover topics which, while not unique to Chemistry, are necessary prerequisites to the study of Chemistry. They also discuss Chemistry's approach to common topics like matter, measurements, and mathematics. Topics include:
Matter
The time-saving online video lessons in the Matter unit discuss the properties of matter, the states in which matter is found, and the changes which can occur to matter. Topics include:
The Atom
The time-saving online video lessons in the Atom unit discuss the structure of atoms, the particles of which atoms are composed, and the interactions between these particles at the subatomic level. Topics include:
- Atomic Structure
- Quantum Numbers
- Atomic Emission Spectra
- Atomic Number - Isotopes
- Atomic Mass
- Atomic Orbitals
- Orbital Diagrams
- Electron Configuration
- Exceptions to Electron Configuration
- Valence Electrons
- Electron Configurations for Transition Metals and Their Ions Problem
- Energy in Hydrogen Emission Spectrum Problem
- Isotopes, Isoelectronics and Isomers
- Tips on Deciding if an Atom is Excited
- Electromagnetic Spectrum
- Photoelectric Effect
- Planck's Constant
The Periodic Table
The time-saving online video lessons in the Periodic Table unit explain what the periodic table of elements is and how the structure of the periodic table reflects the qualities of the elements found within it. Topics include:
- Periodic Table Overview
- s-Block Elements
- p-Block Elements
- d-Block Elements - f-Block Elements
- Transition Metals - Inner Transition Metals
- Boron Family - Carbon Family - Nitrogen Family
- Oxygen Family
- Halogens
- Noble Gases
- Electronegativity
- Ionization Energy - Periodic Trends
- Atomic Radii - Ionic Radii
- Remembering Common Ions for Transition Metals
- Tips on Electron Configuration
- Understanding the Trend of Atomic vs Ionic Radii
Chemical Bonds
The time-saving online video lessons in the Chemical Bonds unit discuss the bonds that can form between compounds and the molecular, chemical, and physical properties of these bonds. Topics include:
- Ionic Bond
- Ionic Compound Properties
- Metallic Bond
- Covalent Bonds
- Hydrates
- Lewis Electron Dot Diagram
- Polarity
- Naming Covalent Compounds
- Naming Ionic Compounds
- Hybridization
- Intermolecular Forces
- VSEPR Model
- Tips for Determining Bond Type
- Tips for Determining Hybridization
- Tips for Drawing Lewis Electron Dot Diagrams
- Tips for Identifying Intermolecular Forces
- Tips for Naming Covalent Compounds
- Tips for Naming Ionic Compounds
- Tips for Writing Formulas of Ionic Compounds
Chemical Reactions
The time-saving online video lessons in the Chemical Reactions unit explore the different types of chemical reactions and provides an overview of concepts which underlie the mathematics behind chemical reactions. Topics include:
- Chemical Equations
- Balancing Chemical Equations
- Synthesis Reactions
- Combustion Reactions
- Decomposition Reaction
- Single Replacement Reaction
- Double Replacement Reactions
- Net Ionic Equation
- Types of Reactions
- Chemistry Mole
- Molar Mass
- Law of Conservation of Mass
- Empirical Formula - Molecular Formula
- Stoichiometry
- Percent Yield
- Limiting Reactants
- How to Balance Reactions
- How to Solve Single Replacement Reactions
- Net Ionic Reactions
- Predicting Products
- Types of Reactions
Kinetic-Molecular Theory
The time-saving online video lessons in the Kinetic Molecular Theory unit explains the three physical states of matter - solids, liquids, and gases - and explain the effects of the differences between these states in chemical interactions. Topics include:
- Three States of Matter
- Phase Change
- Phase Diagrams
- Boiling Point
- Vapor Pressure
- Gases
- Avogadro's Principle
- Dalton's Law
- Graham's Law
- Boyle's Law
- Charles Law
- Gay Lussac's Law
- Combined Gas Law
- Ideal Gas Law
- 5 Tips on How to Solve Gas Law Problems
- Tips on Finding the Units of k Instantly
- Tips on How to Manipulate the Ideal Gas Law
- Tips on when to use Differential Rate Laws and Integrated Rate Laws
Chemical Solutions
The time-saving online video lessons in the Chemical Solutions unit discuss the unique properties of chemical solutions and explains the distinctions between different types of solutions. They also explain the importance of solution concentration. Topics include:
- Osmosis
- Types of Solutions
- Solvation
- Molarity - Molality
- Colligative Properties
- Vapor Pressure Lowering
- Boiling Point Elevation
- Freezing Point Depression
- Colloids - Suspensions
- Beer's Law
- Boiling Point Elevation & Freezing Point Depression
- Solving Stoichiometry Problems Using Millimoles
- Tips About Osmotic Pressure
- Tips for Classifying Electrolytes
- Tips for Dilutions
Chemical Reaction Rates
The time-saving online video lessons in the Chemical Reaction Rates unit explain chemical reactions on a molecular level, how to find the rate of a reaction, which factors affect reaction rates, and how mechanisms are used in multistep reactions. Topics include:
- Collision Theory
- Reaction Rates Factors
- Reaction Mechanism
- Reaction Rate Laws
- Reaction Rate Problems
- Energy Diagrams
- Determining Order of a Reaction Using a Graph
- Factors Affecting Collision Based Reaction Rates
- Factors Affecting Homogeneous Reactions
- Rates of Disappearance and Appearance
- Tips for Figuring Out What a Rate Law Means
- Tips on Differentiating Between a Catalyst and an Intermediate
- Understanding Energy Diagrams
Chemical Equilibrium
The time-saving online video lessons in the Chemical Equilibrium unit explain what the concept of equilibrium means in Chemistry, how to set up and use an equilibrium expression, and how equilibrium relates to solubility. Topics include:
- Chemical Equilibrium Definition
- Heterogeneous Equilibrium - Homgeneous Equilibrium
- Le Chatelier's Principle
- Equilibrium Changes
- Solubility Equilibrium
- Equilibrium Constants from Initial Concentrations
- Equilibrium Constants When Manipulating Equations
- Tips for Converting to Kp from Kc
- Tips for Determining Direction Shifts in Reactions
- Tips for Le Chateliers Principle
- Tips for Writing Equilibrium Constant Expressions
Acids and Bases
The time-saving online video lessons in the Acids and Bases unit explain the properties of acids and bases and explore reactions between acids and bases on a molecular level. Additional, these videos discuss uses for acids and bases such as buffers and the equilibrium systems. Topics include:
- Acid and Base Properties
- Strength of Acids and Bases
- Salts
- Buffered Solutions
- pH and pOH
- Bronsted-Lowry Model
- Conjugate Acids and Bases
- Equilibrium Systems
- Naming Acids
- Tips for Acid-Base Net Ionic Equations
- Tips for Calculating pH and pOH and More
- Tips for Conjugate Acid and Base Formulas
- Tips for Identifying Acid and Base Strength
- Tips for IDing if a Solution Is a Buffer
- Tips for Making a Buffer via Neutralization
Electrochemistry
The time-saving online video lessons in the Electrochemistry unit explore oxidation - reduction reactions and their uses in voltaic and galvanic cells. Topics include:
- Oxidation Reduction Reactions - Redox
- Half-reactions
- Voltaic Cells
- Chemistry Corrosion
- Electrolysis
- Oxidation Number Method
- Balancing Redox Reactions Using Oxidation Number Method
- Balancing Redox Using Half-Reaction Method
- Determining What is Oxidized or Reduced
- How Many Electrons Are Transferred in Redox Equations
- Tips for Approximating Delta G from Cell Potential
- Tips for Assigning Oxidation Numbers
- Tips for Determining Oxidation Numbers
- Tips for Using the Nernst Equation
- Understanding Redox Reactions
Organic Chemistry
The time-saving online video lessons in the Organic Chemistry unit explore the structure and interaction of different types of organic molecules and their isomers. Topics include:
Biochemistry
The time-saving online video lessons in the Biochemistry unit discuss the chemical structure of a variety of molecules which form the building blocks of organic life. Topics include:
Nuclear Chemistry
The time-saving online video lessons in the Nuclear Chemistry unit discuss radioactivity and nuclear radiation on the subatomic scale and their applications on a larger scale. Topics include:
Thermochemistry
The time-saving online video lessons in the Thermochemistry unit explore the roles of entropy and enthalpy in chemical reactions and their affects on a reaction's spontaneity. Topics include:
- Specific Heat
- Bomb Calorimeters
- Enthalpy
- Thermochemical Equation
- Hess's Law
- Spontaneous Process
- Heat of Formation
- Gibbs Free Energy
- Heat of Fusion - Heat of Vaporization
- Deciding if a Reaction is Spontaneous
- Tips on Deciphering and Interpreting Delta H
- Understanding the Difference between Delta H and Delta S
- Tips on Understanding the Difference Between Calorimeters
- Tips on When to Use Specific Heat
- Conservation of Energy
- Second Law of Thermodynamics
- Entropy