Thursday, September 23, 2010

density of glass

Let us learn about density of glass

The density of glass differs with each type & ranges from 2000 to 8000 kg/m3 for comparison, from less dense than aluminum to more dense than iron at standard conditions. Flint glass contains lead, which is a very dense element. So Flint glass can be so much denser than crown glass

The density of glass is rho = 2,500 kg/m³ or rho = 2,5 g/cm3


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Wednesday, September 22, 2010

kingdom fungi

Let us learn about kingdom fungi

A fungus is referred as a member of a large group of eukaryotic organisms which includes microorganisms such as yeasts & molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are categorized as a kingdom, Fungi that are separate from plants, animals and bacteria.

Fungi comprise evolved to use a lot of different items for food. Some are decomposers living on dead organic material best example leaves. Some fungi spread diseases by using living organisms for food. These fungi infect animals, plants & even other fungi. Athlete’s foot & ringworm are 2 fungal diseases in humans. The mycorrhizal fungi live as partners with plants. Fungi provide mineral nutrients to the plant in exchange for carbohydrates or other chemicals fungi cannot manufacture. Fungi do not have chlorophyll & they are apostrophic in nature.


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Monday, September 20, 2010

electron affinity

Let us learn about electron affinity

Electron affinity is referred as an essentially the opposite of the ionization energy: Instead of taking away an electron from the element we can add an electron to the element to create an anion.

M + e - - - -> M – E.A.

Basically, the energy which results from this process is negative or close to zero. The more negative this energy the more this method is preferential

The electron affinity is determined of the energy change when an electron is added to a neutral atom to form a negative ion. Best example, whenever a neutral chlorine atom in the gaseous form plucks an electron to form a Cl- ion, it releases energy of 349 kJ/mol or 3.6 eV/atom. To have an electron affinity of -349 kJ/mol & this large number indicates that it forms a stable negative ion. Small numbers indicate which is a less stable negative ion is formed. Group VIA & VIIA in the periodic table have the largest electron affinities.


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Sunday, September 19, 2010

alimentary canal

Let us learn about alimentary canal

Alimentary canal is also known as digestive tract, pathway by which food enters the body & solid wastes are expelled. The alimentary canal consists of the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, large intestine, small intestine, & anus. Alimentary canal is a membrane-lined tube through which food passes & from which wastes are eliminated from the body.

The alimentary canal is referred as a hollow tube of varying diameter, consisting of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, & large intestine. Alimentary canal has the same basic structural organization throughout its length, in which it always consists of the following 4 layers: (1) the submucosa, (2) the mucosa, (3) the muscularis externa & (4) the adventitia or serosa. Although these 4 layers are always present, they can be strikingly different in appearance in different parts of the alimentary canal. The mucosa, in particular, shows great variability


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Thursday, September 16, 2010

benzene structure

Let us learn about benzene structure

Benzene structure is referred as 1 of the most fascinating molecules. The benzene structure of this molecule eluded chemists until 1865 when Friedrich August Kekulé proposed that it consisted of a hexagonal ring with a carbon atom at each vertex. Every learner of Organic Chemistry has heard how the structure appeared to Kekulé in a dream in which he saw chains of carbon atoms dancing in circles like a snake chasing its own tail.

The structure of the benzene molecule ascertained to be a challenge for chemists for more than forty years after the compound's discovery by Faraday. Benzene structure formula suggests the existence of multiple double &/or triple carbon-carbon bonds, hence there are too few hydrogen atoms for 6 single-bonded carbon atoms.

Benzene is used as a solvent in many industrial, commercial, & research operations. Benzene structure has long been of interest as a fuel due to its high octane number. Some manufacturers have used it as a gasoline additive to increase engine efficiency & to improve starting qualities.

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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

conformational isomers

Let us learn about conformational isomers

Isomers are referred as compounds with the similar molecular formulae but that are structurally different in some way. It is very important to be able to recognize isomers because they can have different physical properties, chemical, & biological properties.

Conformational isomers are referred as stereoisomer which can be converted into 1 another by rotation around a single bond.

Different structures of a molecule which result from rotation about sigma bonds are called as conformational isomers, or conformers

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properties of nonmetals

Let us learn about properties of nonmetals

Nonmetals have high ionization electronegativities & energies. Nonmetals are generally poor conductors of heat & electricity. Solid nonmetals are basically brittle, with little or no metallic luster. Most nonmetals have the capacity to gain electrons easily. Nonmetals display a wide range of chemical properties & reactivity.

Nonmetals have Poor thermal conductors

Nonmetals have Poor electrical conductors

Nonmetals are good oxidizing agents.

Nonmetals Have higher electronegativities

Non-metals do not conduct heat or electricity very easily. Non-metals are typically brittle & are not easily molded into shapes. The Best Example of non-metal elements are Hydrogen & Carbon.


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Monday, September 13, 2010

properties of oxygen

Let us learn about properties of oxygen

Oxygen is an active gas, life-sustaining component of the atmosphere. Making up 20.94% by volume or 23% by weight of the air we human beings breathe. The word originated from the Greek word oxy & genes meaning sharp or acid & born respectively. Combining these Greek words together forms an oxy gene which means acid forming.

Oxygen can exist in a number of physical forms, Oxygen exists in all three forms- solid, liquid & gases, Liquid oxygen is potentially hazardous about flames & sparks as it will greatly accelerate combustion., Oxygen has a cubic crystal structure., Oxygen gas is colorless, odorless, & tasteless., Oxygen ‘s boiling Point :- 183oC, Oxygen’s melting Point :- 218.4oC, Oxygen the essential element in the respiratory processes of most of the living cells & in combustion processes., Oxygen supports combustion, combines with most elements, & Oxygen is a component of hundreds of thousands of organic compounds., Oxygen can be separated from air by fractionated liquefaction & distillation., Oxygen is a very reactive oxidizing agent., Liquid oxygen is also slightly paramagnetic., Molecular oxygen is a stable druidical., Oxygen has 2 electrons in an unpaired triplet state. Oxygen is the only gas naturally occurring chemical with this property.


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Sunday, September 12, 2010

non conventional energy

Let us learn about non conventional energy

Renewable sources are also known as non conventional energy. Non-conventional or unusual sources of energy include:


Solar power, Hydro-electric power dams in rivers

Wind power, Tidal power

Ocean wave power, geothermal power heat from deep under the ground

Ocean thermal energy the difference in heat between shallow & deep water

Biomass burning of vegetation to stop it producing methane

Biofuel producing ethanol petroleum from plants


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Wednesday, September 8, 2010

food chain diagram

Let us learn about food chain diagram

A food chain models the movement of energy in an ecosystem.

A food chain refers to the feeding relationship between different living things in a particular environment or habitat.

larger organism from which food is derived is known as the host. Smaller organism which obtains food is known as the parasite.


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Tuesday, September 7, 2010

blow by oxygen

Let us learn about blow by oxygen

Wafting or blowing oxygen past a patient's face is not a reliable means of oxygen delivery & is not used in adults. However, this process can temporarily provide oxygen to infants & toddlers who become agitated & more distressed with other processes of oxygen delivery, particularly during the initial evaluation & treatment for a reversible cause of respiratory distress such as croup or bronchospasm.

Why does a candle blow out if oxygen is needed to burn?

My student asked me why a candle blows out if fire needs oxygen to burn, & if you are blowing on it, you are giving it more oxygen. I have a vague idea but then it really bugged me I didn't know the exact answer. After many a discussion with other adults, it came down to taking away 1 of the elements needed for the flame, too much energy in the wind & blowing the flame off the wick, thus the candle goes out.


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Monday, September 6, 2010

zero order reaction

Let us learn about zero order reaction

A reaction is zero order incase concentration data are plotted versus time & the result is a straight line. The slope of this consequence line is the (-) negative of the zero order rate constant k.

Zero order reaction with respect to “A” would be 2 & with respect to “B” would be 1, the sum of reaction order would be 2 + 1 = 3. Zero order reaction is not necessary that the order of a reaction be a whole number – zero & fractional values of order are possible – but they tend to be integers. Reaction orders can be determined only through experiment. Their knowledge permits conclusions about the reaction mechanism.

A zero-order reaction is a reaction which proceeds at a rate that is independent of reactant concentration. Respectively Increasing or decreasing the concentration of reactants will not speed up or slow down the reaction, those rate of the reaction is equal to the rate constant, k, of that reaction. This property differs from both 1st-order reactions & 2nd-order reactions.

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Sunday, September 5, 2010

density of gold

Let us learn about density of gold

When weighing gold it is the 'density' which is measured. Gold has a much higher density compared to any other metals used to alloy with it to create varying karats & colors of gold jewelry. The density of gold is always 10.18 troy ounces/in3 of pure gold."

Density is a physical property of matter as each compound & element has a unique density associated with it. Density is also defined in a qualitative manner as the measure of the relative "heaviness" of objects with a constant volume.

Density is a fundamental concept in the sciences. Density is used quite often in identifying minerals & rocks since the density of substances rarely changes significantly. The best example, gold will have a density of 19.3 g/cm3; if any mineral has a density other than that, it isn't gold.


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Thursday, September 2, 2010

properties of metal

Let us learn about properties of metal

Hardness, Brittleness, Malleability, Ductility, Elasticity, Toughness, Density, Fusibility & Conductivity

Metals are solids states at room temperature with the exception of gallium & mercury that are liquids at room temperature.

Metals have the superiority of reflecting light from its surface & can be polished e.g., silver, gold, & copper.

Metals have the ability to withstand hammering & can be made into thin sheets called as foils.

All metals are hard except potassium & sodium, which are soft & can be cut with a knife.

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Wednesday, September 1, 2010

autotrophic bacteria

Let us learn about autotrophic bacteria

An autotroph is organisms that are able to make its own food. Autotrophic organisms take inorganic substances into their bodies & transform them into organic nourishment. Autotrophs are very essential to all life because they are the primary producers at the base of all food chains. There are 2 categories of autotrophs, distinguished by the energy each uses to synthesize food. Chemoautotrophs use chemical energy, Photoautotrophs use light energy

Autotrophic bacteria can produce their own food. "Auto" means "self" and "troph" means "nourishment." 5 common types of autotrophic bacteria are cyanobacteria, purple bacteria, green sulfur bacteria, methanogens & halophiles.

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