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Describe the photochemical properties of lanthanide complexes and explain how they differ from the photochemistry of other transition metal complexes? Provide examples of applications of lanthanide complexes in photochemistry.

asked Feb 3 in PhotoChemistry by EttaKee54894 (2.1k points)

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Describe the mechanism of Heterogeneous Catalysis taking place in the Haber process for ammonia synthesis and explain the role of the catalyst in the reaction.

asked Feb 3 in Surface Chemistry by SZVRamon1645 (2.4k points)

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Describe the factors that contribute to the fluidity of the lipid bilayer of a cell membrane and explain how changes in these factors can affect membrane function.

asked Feb 3 in BioChemistry by JaninaDohert (2.2k points)

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Considering the subtopic of the study of properties of ceramics for high-temperature applications, the problem for the chemistry student to solve could be:What are the specific material properties of ceramics that make them suitable for use in high-temperature applications, and how can these properties be optimized for various industrial or scientific purposes? What types of fabrication methods or processing techniques can be used to create ceramics with desired properties for specific high-temperature applications?

asked Feb 3 in Materials Chemistry by MacLgq130601 (2.4k points)

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Considering the reaction: Zn(s) + Cu2+(aq) -> Cu(s) + Zn2+(aq) What is the cell potential (in volts) at 25°C when the concentrations of [Cu2+] and [Zn2+] are 0.5 M and 1.0 M, respectively, and the zinc electrode is the anode? The standard reduction potentials for Cu2+/Cu and Zn2+/Zn are 0.34 V and -0.76 V, respectively.

asked Feb 3 in ElectroChemistry by DexterTejada (1.7k points)

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Considering the reaction 2SO3(g) ⇌ 2SO2(g) + O2(g) at equilibrium. If the concentration of SO2(g) is increased by adding more SO2(g), what will be the direction of the reaction and how will it affect the concentrations of S03(g), SO2(g), and O2(g)?

asked Feb 3 in Chemical equilibrium by Makayla14235 (2.3k points)

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Considering the Coordination chemistry of transition metals, how would increasing the size of the ligands affect the stability of a coordination compound?

asked Feb 3 in Coordination Chemistry by LorieLaster (2.3k points)

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Considering carbohydrate metabolism and regulation in the human body, how does the regulation of glycolysis and gluconeogenesis work to maintain blood glucose levels during periods of fasting or intense exercise? Include both the enzymes involved and the hormonal regulation mechanisms in your answer.

asked Feb 3 in BioChemistry by TeshaPennell (1.6k points)

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Considering a molecule with a known ground state configuration, how can one determine the electronic excited states and their corresponding optical properties using computational methods in quantum chemistry?

asked Feb 3 in Quantum Chemistry by LillianaY16 (1.7k points)

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Consider two coordination compounds, [Co(NH3)4Cl2] and [Co(NH3)5Cl] with the same formula weight but different physical properties. Explain the type of isomerism present in each compound, draw their structures and identify which compound exhibits optical isomerism.

asked Feb 3 in Coordination Chemistry by KraigQsr2950 (1.9k points)

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Consider the synthesis of ibuprofen, a common pain reliever. Starting with benzene and propene, propose a detailed retrosynthesis of ibuprofen. Include all necessary reagents and reaction steps, as well as any potential issues with the synthesis pathway.

asked Feb 3 in Organic Chemistry by TroyWitcher8 (2.1k points)

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Consider the synthesis of ibuprofen from 2-methylpropylbenzene and carbon dioxide, using a series of reactions. As a chemistry student, how would you design an experimental process to isolate and purify ibuprofen from the reaction mixture? Include details on the specific equipment and techniques that can be used, as well as potential challenges and solutions.

asked Feb 3 in Chemical synthesis by LaunaBeyers (1.8k points)

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Consider the synthesis of a compound with both a carboxylic acid and an alcohol functional group. How would you use protecting groups in organic synthesis to selectively modify only one of these functional groups while leaving the other intact during the synthesis process? Specifically, explain the steps and reagents used to protect and deprotect the functional groups in order to achieve the desired modification.

asked Feb 3 in Organic Chemistry by ChristopherF (2.0k points)

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Consider the redox reaction 2Fe^2+(aq) + H2O2(aq) + 2H^+(aq) ⟷ 2Fe^3+(aq) + 2H2O(l). If a catalyst is added to the reaction mixture at equilibrium, will the concentration of Fe^3+ increase, decrease or remain the same? Justify your answer mathematically.

asked Feb 3 in Chemical equilibrium by SGDJenifer99 (2.0k points)

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Consider the reaction:$$\mathrm{N_2(g) + 3H_2(g) <=> 2NH_3(g)}$$At a certain temperature, the equilibrium constant $K_c$ for this reaction is $5.6 \times 10^{-5}$. If a reaction vessel initially contains only $\mathrm{0.10\,mol}$ of $\mathrm{N_2}$ and $\mathrm{0.20\,mol}$ of $\mathrm{H_2}$, what will be the equilibrium concentrations of $\mathrm{N_2}$, $\mathrm{H_2}$, and $\mathrm{NH_3}$ once the reaction reaches equilibrium?

asked Feb 3 in Chemical reactions by JuanitaShear (2.4k points)

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Consider the reaction: 2NOBr(g) <=> 2NO(g) + Br2(g), which has an equilibrium constant of 1.5 x 10^-5 at a certain temperature. If you start with 0.10 M of NOBr and let the reaction reach equilibrium, find the equilibrium concentrations of NOBr, NO, and Br2.

asked Feb 3 in Chemical equilibrium by ModestaDavey (1.6k points)

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Consider the reaction: N2(g) + 3H2(g) ⇌ 2NH3(g)If the reaction mixture initially contains 0.10 mol N2, 0.20 mol H2 and 0.15 mol NH3 at equilibrium at 450 K, and the number of moles of NH3 is increased to 0.25 mol at constant temperature, predict the direction in which the reaction will proceed to reach a new equilibrium.

asked Feb 3 in Chemical equilibrium by ErickB565479 (1.8k points)

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Consider the reaction: Cu^2+ + 4NH3 ⇌ [Cu(NH3)4]^2+ If the initial concentration of Cu^2+ is 0.5 M and the initial concentration of NH3 is 2 M, what is the concentration of [Cu(NH3)4]^2+ at equilibrium if the concentration of NH3 is increased to 5 M? (Assume the volume of the solution remains constant and the temperature is kept constant.)

asked Feb 3 in Chemical equilibrium by StefanHartin (1.7k points)

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Consider the reaction: 2H2O (g) ⇄ 2H2 (g) + O2 (g) At 1000 K, the equilibrium constant Kc for this reaction is 4.17 x 10^-5. Suppose that initially, 0.10 moles of H2O, 0.20 moles of H2, and 0.20 moles of O2 are placed in a 1.0 L container at 1000 K. What will be the equilibrium concentrations of H2O, H2, and O2?

asked Feb 3 in Chemical equilibrium by MerryR11813 (1.7k points)

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Consider the reaction: 2H2(g) + O2(g) → 2H2O(g) ΔH= −483.6 kJ/molAt constant temperature and pressure, 4 moles of hydrogen and 2 moles of oxygen are allowed to react. What is the maximum amount of work that can be obtained from this reaction?

asked Feb 3 in Physical Chemistry by GabrieleVanw (1.9k points)

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