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Which is more acidic- Aldehyde or Ketone? Explain with proper reasoning and chemical equations.

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by ShoshanaHoll (530 points)

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What are the common functional groups present in alcohols and how do they affect the chemical properties of alcohols? Provide examples of reactions that alcohols undergo due to the presence of functional groups.

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by CharissaGarb (450 points)

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What is the difference between an alcohol and a phenol in terms of their functional groups and reactivity? Provide examples of each type of compound and their uses in industry.

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

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What are the structural differences between alcohols and phenols, and how do those differences affect their physical properties and reactivity in different chemical reactions? Provide specific examples and explain the underlying chemical principles.

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by FidelStarr4 (410 points)

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What is the reaction catalyzed by alanine amino transferase (ALT) and what is its role in amino acid metabolism? How does the balance of amino acids affect the function of ALT?

asked Jan 31 in BioChemistry by XTFAnderson (310 points)

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How does air pollution in urban areas vary by season, and what are the key pollutants responsible for adverse health impacts on residents?

asked Jan 31 in Environmental Chemistry by LawrenceJami (510 points)

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How does air pollution contribute to the development of respiratory diseases in humans? Specifically, what are the chemical mechanisms involved in the formation of pollutants and their effects on human lung tissue?

asked Jan 31 in Environmental Chemistry by MargaritaL74 (250 points)

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How do the specific chemical components of air pollution affect human health?

asked Jan 31 in Environmental Chemistry by Virgilio98Q (390 points)

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How do different types of air pollutants, such as particulate matter and ozone, affect respiratory health in humans? Specifically, how can the size and composition of these pollutants influence their impact on the respiratory system, and what are the potential long-term health effects from prolonged exposure to high levels of these pollutants?

asked Jan 31 in Environmental Chemistry by Holly81G1945 (610 points)

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What is the impact of agricultural runoff on the eutrophication of nearby aquatic ecosystems, and how can we mitigate these effects?

asked Jan 31 in Environmental Chemistry by MarielKeble (1.1k points)

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What is the most effective and eco-friendly method to remediate a site contaminated with heavy metals such as mercury, lead, and cadmium? Conduct a literature review and compare the efficiency, feasibility, and sustainability of different remediation techniques such as phytoremediation, bioremediation, chemical immobilization, and electrokinetic remediation. Additionally, evaluate the long-term effects of each method on the environment and human health.

asked Jan 31 in Environmental Chemistry by MireyaReynol (390 points)

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What are the main advantages and disadvantages of using polymer-based electronic materials compared to traditional materials in electronic devices such as transistors, solar cells, and light-emitting diodes?

asked Jan 31 in Polymer Chemistry by LorrineClant (750 points)

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What are the advantages and limitations of using quantum algorithms for simulating chemical reactions compared to classical algorithms? Provide a detailed explanation of the different quantum algorithms used for simulating chemical systems and their efficiency in terms of time and resources needed for computation. Additionally, analyze how quantum computing can be used to achieve significant breakthroughs in the understanding and design of new materials with unique, desirable properties.

asked Jan 31 in Quantum Chemistry by MahaliaLinds (550 points)

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How can advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) be utilized for the efficient degradation of emerging pollutants in the environment using photochemical reactions? Compare and contrast the effectiveness of different AOPs in degrading various types of pollutants found in different environmental matrices, highlighting the key reaction mechanisms and reaction pathways involved.

asked Jan 31 in PhotoChemistry by LucindaH522 (390 points)

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How does the adsorption of reactant molecules onto a heterogeneous catalyst surface promote chemical reactions, and what are the different mechanisms involved in heterogeneous catalysis?

asked Jan 31 in Surface Chemistry by StephenFrawl (310 points)

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How does the adsorption of a gas on a solid surface vary with temperature and pressure? Provide experimental evidence for your explanation by conducting an adsorption study of a gas on a specific solid at different temperatures and pressures.

asked Jan 31 in Physical Chemistry by GeraldineLam (470 points)

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How do the different factors such as temperature, pressure, and nature of the gas affect the adsorption behavior of a gas on a solid surface? Provide experimental data and theoretical explanations to support your answer.

asked Jan 31 in Physical Chemistry by JaimieGuerra (590 points)

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How does adsorption of gas molecules on a solid surface change with temperature and what are the factors that affect the extent of adsorption?

asked Jan 31 in Physical Chemistry by DamarisAew42 (270 points)

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How do different parameters such as pH, temperature, and concentration affect the adsorption efficiency of activated carbon towards a specific pollutant?

asked Jan 30 in Surface Chemistry by ChelseaMedra (390 points)

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Identify the major functional groups present in the biomolecule adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and explain their role in the biochemical reactions.

asked Jan 30 in Organic Chemistry by XavierGisbor (310 points)

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