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Atomic Structure Electron Configuration Ionic and Covalent Bonds Nucleophile vs. Electrophile IUPAC Nomenclature Types of Isomers Halogenation of Alkanes Scientific Method and Notation The International System of Units The Properties of Matter Derived Units: Volume, Density, & Energy Uncertainty in Measurement Dimensional Analysis Atoms and Elements States and Classification of Matter The Atomic Theory Atomic Numbers Cations & Anions Naming Ionic Compounds Law of Conservation of Mass Empirical and Molecular Formulas Chemical Reactions and Equations Balancing Chemical Equations Group Classification and Characteristics The Periodic Table Alkyl Halide Reactions Nomenclature of Alcohols Alcohol Protecting Groups Nomenclature of Heterocycles Aromatic Heterocyclopentadienes Synthesis of Amino Acids Peptide Sequencing Nature of Light Photons and Photoelectric Effect Wavelike Properties of Matter Atomic Line Spectra Quantum Numbers Electronic Structure Principles Electron Configurations Ground State and Excited States Electron Affinity Types of Bonding Ionic Compounds Electron Configuration of Ions Ionic Radius Formation of Ionic Solids Lewis Structures Exceptions to the Octet Rule Electronegativity Molecular Shape VSEPR Theory Electron and Molecular Geometry Deviation from Ideal Bond Angles Molecular Geometry and Polarity Molar Mass and Mole Number Valence Bond Theory Single and Multiple Bonds Hybrid Orbitals Molecular Orbital Theory Acid-Base Theories Oxidation-Reduction Reactions Types of Chemical Reactions Atomic Masses Percent Composition by Mass Combustion Analysis Stoichiometry Limiting Reactant Reaction Yield Molarity vs. Molality Electrolytes Acid-Base Titrations Gas Properties The Gas Laws Gas Mixtures The Kinetic Molecular Theory of Gases Internal Energy, Heat and Work Enthalpy Hess's Law Standard Enthalpies of Formation Bond Enthalpies Calorimetry and Heat Capacity Intermolecular Forces Properties of Liquids Vapor Pressure Types of Solutions Gas Diffusion and Effusion Mean Free Path Reaction Rates First-Order Reactions Radioactive Decay Collision Theory The Arrhenius Equation Concentration Units Vapor-Pressure Lowering Boiling-Point Elevation The Concept of Equilibrium Le Châtelier’s Principle Using Equilibrium Expressions Acid-Base Concepts The pH Scale Acid-Base Indicators Solubility Equilibria Precipitation of Ionic Compounds Standard Entropies Oxidation-Reduction Reactions Half Reactions Balancing Equations for Oxidation-Reduction Reactions Electric Energy and Charge Galvanic Cells Cell Diagrams Lewis Structures The Mole and Avogadro's Number Core and Valence Electrons Effective Nuclear Charge The Octet Rule Lone Pair Effect Factors Favoring SN1 or SN2

Knowledge Base - Chemistry Coach

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23/02/2025
5 Study Habits for Mastering Chemistry
5 Study Habits for Mastering Chemistry
Mastering chemistry requires more than memorization. Learn 5 essential study habits to improve conceptual understanding, enhance problem-solving, and build confidence in chemistry.
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18/12/2021
Organic Chemistry: Building Reaction Maps
Organic Chemistry: Building Reaction Maps
Organic chemistry is an important part of your education. One way to make it easier is by learning how reactions happen and linking functional groups together with these reactions. 
reaction map synthesis problems functional groups product
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28/11/2021
Cation vs. Anion
Cation vs. Anion
Cation vs. Anion vs. Ion... What is the difference? Well, both cations and anions are ions, they just have different physical properties. Cations are formed when...
anion anode cathode cation electron lattice energy negatively (-) charged ion nuclear charge polarity positively (+) charged ion proton valence orbitals
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07/11/2021
Quantization of Kinetic Energy
Quantization of Kinetic Energy
More than 120 years ago, Max Planck formulated the mathematical theory of quantized energy in his endeavor to explain black body radiation...
atomic spectra blackbody blackbody radiation discrete Planck’s constant quantization
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19/10/2021
What are Patterns of Electrons?
What are Patterns of Electrons?
Can You See a Pattern of Electrons? Yes, in fact, it's easier than most people think. Once you know the basics, of course!
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19/10/2021
What is the Periodic Table?
What is the Periodic Table?
What is a Simple Definition of the Periodic Table? The periodic table can most simply be described as a chart that organizes the chemical elements of matter into an easy-to-identify visual flow chart. 
periodic table chemical elements of matter periods groups atomic number electron shell configuration filling of electrons in valence shells Dimitri Mendeleev unstable elements transactinides element blocks s-block p-block d-block f-block non-reactive elements metals metalloids nonmetals g-block extended periodic table IUPAC The Long Periodic Table The 32-Column Periodic Table Madelung rule Aufbau principle