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What is the structure of compound X based on its proton NMR spectrum, which shows a singlet at 1.2 ppm with an integration of 3, a doublet at 2.5 ppm with an integration of 2, and a quartet at 3.7 ppm with an integration of 1?

asked Jan 31 in Analytical Chemistry by SavannahSpen (250 points)

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What is the structure of an unknown compound with molecular formula C5H10O2 that exhibits singlets in its 1H-NMR spectrum at δ 1.1, 2.3 and 3.7 ppm and a doublet at δ 2.9 ppm?

asked Jan 31 in Analytical Chemistry by NatishaReite (170 points)

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What is the chemical structure of an unknown compound based on its infrared spectrum, where a peak is observed at 3500 cm^-1 and no peaks are observed between 1600-1800 cm^-1?

asked Jan 31 in Physical Chemistry by CalebPoling (370 points)

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Identify the structure of the unknown organic compound using IR and NMR spectroscopy. The IR spectrum shows a peak at 1720 cm⁻¹ and the NMR spectrum shows a singlet at δ 1.0 ppm, a quartet at δ 2.5 ppm, and a doublet at δ 7.2 ppm. Provide the molecular formula and propose a possible structure for the compound.

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by JeraldTiffan (430 points)

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How does the DNA repair pathway known as base excision repair (BER) work on a molecular level and what are the key enzymes involved in this process?

asked Jan 31 in BioChemistry by KelleDabney2 (430 points)

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How does the base excision repair mechanism work to maintain the integrity of DNA during replication and prevent mutations?

asked Jan 31 in BioChemistry by DiannePmy639 (430 points)

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What are the steps involved in balancing a chemical equation, and can you provide an example of a balanced equation?

asked Jan 31 in Chemical education by HoraceBavist (390 points)

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How do bacteria convert atmospheric nitrogen gas into organic nitrogen molecules like amino acids? What role do enzymes such as nitrogenase and reductase play in this process?

asked Jan 31 in BioChemistry by LakeshaWdp3 (410 points)

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What are the mechanisms by which bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics, and how can medicinal chemists modify existing antibiotics or develop new ones to overcome these mechanisms and effectively combat drug-resistant bacteria?

asked Jan 31 in Medicinal Chemistry by LachlanFrair (410 points)

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What is the mechanism of action of avobenzone, a widely used ingredient in sunscreen products, under UV radiation? Investigate the photochemical properties of the compound and highlight the factors that make it an efficient UV absorber.

asked Jan 31 in PhotoChemistry by FrancineBurr (310 points)

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What is the role of ATP synthase in oxidative phosphorylation within the electron transport chain?

asked Jan 31 in BioChemistry by Misty66J260 (330 points)

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What is the role of ATP synthase in the oxidative phosphorylation process of the citric acid cycle? How does it contribute to the production of ATP molecules in the cell?

asked Jan 31 in BioChemistry by AnnmarieHine (550 points)

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How does ATP regulate the glycolysis pathway?

asked Jan 31 in BioChemistry by ArdisVyt3876 (250 points)

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How is ATP utilized in the biochemical pathways of glycolysis and gluconeogenesis? Provide a detailed explanation of the role of ATP in these processes and identify the specific enzymes involved.

asked Jan 31 in BioChemistry by Antonietta08 (550 points)

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How does atomic structure affect the periodic trends of elements, and how can this knowledge help us better understand the placement of elements in the periodic table?

asked Jan 31 in Chemical education by ZacheryWilli (210 points)

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What type of intermolecular forces exist between hydrogen fluoride (HF) molecules at room temperature and why?

asked Jan 31 in Chemical bonding by AnastasiaMcL (370 points)

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What is the temperature at which ice and water are in equilibrium at a pressure of 1 atm? Calculate the amount of heat in joules required to melt 100 g of ice at this temperature assuming no change in pressure. (Hint: use the heat of fusion for water, which is 6.01 kJ/mol).

asked Jan 31 in Physical Chemistry by MerissaLinvi (330 points)

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How can the potential environmental impact of a proposed industrial project be assessed using chemical indicators?

asked Jan 31 in Environmental Chemistry by JaninaBurgin (490 points)

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How does aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) inhibit the formation of prostaglandins and thromboxanes, and what specific interactions occur between aspirin and the enzymes involved in these processes?

asked Jan 31 in Medicinal Chemistry by MichaleRenne (350 points)

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How does the mechanism of action differ between aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen in treating pain and inflammation, and what structural features of these drugs contribute to their efficacy?

asked Jan 31 in Medicinal Chemistry by MajorSweatt (250 points)

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