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How does the shape and size of a semiconductor nanomaterial affect its electronic band structure and optical properties, and how can this information be used to design more efficient solar cells?

asked Feb 24 in Quantum Chemistry

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How does the molecular weight of a polymer affect its physical properties, such as tensile strength and elongation?

asked Feb 21 in Physical Chemistry

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What is the molecular geometry of the CO2 molecule, and how does this geometry result from the bonding between the carbon and oxygen atoms?

answered Feb 21 in Chemical bonding

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What is the mechanism of the catalytic reaction between hydrogen and carbon monoxide on a platinum surface in the Fischer-Tropsch process?

asked Feb 20 in Surface Chemistry

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How does the electronic configuration of an inorganic compound impact its reactivity towards other compounds, and can this be predicted based on the type of elements present in the compound?

answered Feb 20 in Inorganic Chemistry

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How does the electronic band structure of a material change as the lattice parameters are varied using density functional theory?

asked Feb 20 in Computational Chemistry

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What is the best reaction condition for synthesizing polystyrene from styrene monomer with a high yield and molecular weight using free radical polymerization?

asked Feb 17 in Chemical synthesis

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What are some common difficulties that students face when learning about the periodic table and chemical elements, and what strategies can be used to overcome these difficulties in order to improve understanding and retention of the concepts?

answered Feb 14 in Chemical education

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How does the enzyme ribulose-1,5-bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase (RuBisCO) catalyze the initial fixation of CO2 during photosynthesis, and what factors affect its efficiency in converting CO2 into organic carbon compounds?

asked Feb 14 in BioChemistry

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What is the coordination number of sodium ion (Na+) in the sodium chloride crystal structure and how many nearest neighbors does a sodium ion have?

answered Feb 13 in Physical Chemistry

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How can we improve the educational programs to prepare chemistry students for the demands and challenges of chemical-related careers, including those in industries like pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and petrochemicals?

answered Feb 13 in Chemical education

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How can we design a novel antiviral drug that specifically targets the replication cycle of the influenza virus?

asked Feb 12 in Medicinal Chemistry

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What is the effect of crosslinking density on the adhesive and sealing properties of polymer-based adhesives and sealants?

asked Feb 12 in Polymer Chemistry

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How can the incorporation of carbon nanotubes and graphene oxide in polymer-based composites enhance the mechanical properties and durability of aerospace materials?

asked Feb 7 in Polymer Chemistry

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Calculate the standard electrode potential for the following reaction: Zn(s) + Cu2+(aq) → Zn2+(aq) + Cu(s) Given that the standard electrode potential for the reduction of Cu2+ to Cu is +0.34 V and the standard electrode potential for the reduction of Zn2+ to Zn is -0.76 V.

answered Feb 3 in ElectroChemistry

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How does the regulation of fatty acid oxidation through the activity of carnitine palmitoyltransferase 1 (CPT1) in the liver impact lipid metabolism and transport in the body?

answered Jan 31 in BioChemistry

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How do the specific interactions between carbohydrates and proteins contribute to the recognition and binding events involved in immune responses?

answered Jan 31 in BioChemistry

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What is the extent of pesticide residue contamination in fruits and vegetables commonly consumed by humans, and how does prolonged exposure to these residues affect human health?

answered Jan 31 in Environmental Chemistry

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What type of bond is formed between hydrogen and oxygen atoms in H2O?

asked Jan 30 in Chemical bonding

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How can we efficiently and accurately quantify the levels of heavy metals, such as lead and mercury, in a given water sample using atomic absorption spectroscopy method?

asked Jan 29 in Analytical Chemistry

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