Chemistry Made Simple
Helping you understand chemistry topics from A-Level and Advanced Higher. Get more guidance, deeper resources and a helpful community at ChemistryMadeSimple.net If you want to demystify chemistry, yearn for a simpler explanation and want to hear all the tips that will help you at exam time you're at the right place. I'm a chemistry tutor who is used to explaining chemistry in simpler terms, and I love to use an analogy to help with the understanding. Each episode tackles a topic, explaining it as simply as possible - well it is chemistry! The end-of-episode summary will make sure you...
How to Write and Understnd Electron Configuration
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What does electron configuration mean for atoms and simple ionsWhich orbitals fill first?Do electrons pair up in orbitals or half-fill the subshell first?The funny thing about 3d and 4s subshellsElectron configuration notation explainedFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy
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What is an atomic orbital, and what are the "rules" about orbitals?
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Definition of an atomic orbitalUsing the probability of an electron's locationDifferent types of atomic orbitalsHow many electrons can be in an orbital, and how they MUST differWhich atomic orbitals exist in which electron shells or energy levelsHow many orbitals of each orbital typeFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy
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Quantum Mechanics - Two analogies to help you understand QM and quantum numbers.
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What is Quantum mechanicsAnalogy 1 - Stairs vs EscalatorAnalogy 2- Homemade coffee vs Automated barista coffeeQuantum numbers and their relevance to electronsFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy
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How Quantum Mechanics makes the atom 3 dimensional, effects the shape of molecules, and dictates the periodic table's configuration
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In this episode we consider how quantum mechanics effects the atomic model and more:
There's more to electron shellsSubshells and orbitals3D shape of orbitalsOrbitals, bond angles and shape of moleculesThe reason the periodic table gets broader down the tableFind out how I can help you throughout your chemistry A-Level here.
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Physical, Organic, or Inorganic? How to navigate these chemistry topic groups.
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What is meant by physical, organic and inorganic chemistry?What is generally included in each of these topic areas?How much do these labels matter?When do these labels matter?Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy
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Just how DIFFICULT is it to study advanced high school Chemistry? (With top tips from minute 10)
Studying advanced chemistry can't really be as difficult as people make out, can it?
TLDR: Don't miss the tips that start from minute 10!
Whether you're just thinking about studying chemistry at A-Level or Highers, whether you've committed to do so, or whether you've already started your course you will be aware of all the rumours and worries about what it's like and how difficult it is.
In this episode we look at these questions and concerns about A-Level chemistry:
The chemistry is a big step up!Is memorising the syllabus enough?Is...What Changes With the Atomic Model When We Introduce Basic Quantum Mechanics?
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The basic atomic modelWhy we need to include basic quantum theoryEffect of Quantum Theory on atomic structure modelEffect of Quantum Theory on periodic tableBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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<...Experiment Using a Polarimeter to Measure Optical Activity - Including a Novel Analogy
In this episode, I describe the basic requirements of a polarimeter being used to measure optical activity of a chemical sample and the process of the experiment.
I also introduce a simple yet novel analogy that will help you remember the experimental details.
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What are Optical Isomerism, Chirality, Enantiomers and Plane-Polarized Light
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What is optical isomerismEnantiomersChiral carbon and chiralityAsymmetric carbonOptical Activity and plane-polarized lightBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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How to Use and Understand 'Curly Arrows' in Reaction Mechanisms
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What are curly arrows showingWhy we use a curved arrowMaking a new bondBreaking a bondA special case with two arrowsBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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What are Reaction Mechanisms, Electrophiles and Nucleophiles
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Definition of MechanismHow a mechanism tells more than an equation or a simple diagramDefinition of electrophile with examplesDefinition of nucleophile with examplesBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Determining the Rate Equation for a Chemical Reaction
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Two ways to determine the order of reaction for reactantsHow to calculate the rate constant kHow to find the effect of changing temperature on the rate constant kBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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What is the Rate Constant, and How to Use it.
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The rate equationThe rate constantHow to determine units for the rate equationOrder of reactionCheck out the Chemistry Made Simple academy
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What is the rate of reaction, and how can you find it experimentally?
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Definition of rate of reactionHow to plot reaction dataHow to find the rate of reactionBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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How To Predict Whether a Reaction Can Proceed, and at what Temperature - Gibbs Free Energy Change
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Introduction to Gibbs Free EnergyThe Gibbs Free Energy equationTake care with the units!How to do the calculationHow to Calculate the temperature that a reaction may occur atBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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What is Entropy in Chemistry?
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Definition of entropyImportance of entropyDefinitions of feasible, spontaneous, possibleUnits of entropyThe symbol for entropy and entropy changeHow to calculate entropy changeCheck out the Chemistry Made Simple academy
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Why I started This Podcast
In this episode, I talk about why I started the podcast, and about the rigid learning expectations of education settings.
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How to Create and Use a Born-Haber Cycle
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definition of a Born-Haber cyclehow to construct a Born-Haber cycle (with example)Calculating the lattice enthalpy of formationBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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What Are Mean Bond Enthalpies?
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Definition of Mean Bond EnthalpyHow the mean bond r]enthalpy is calculatedExamples of enthalpy that are specific, not meanBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Standard Enthalpy of Solution ΔHsol
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Definition of Standard Enthalpy of SolutionThe chemical process that is measured by the enthalpy of solutionBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Standard Enthalpy of Hydration ΔHhyd
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Definition of Standard Enthalpy of HydrationThe chemical process that is measured by the enthalpy of hydrationExamplesCalculating enthalpies of hydrationBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Lattice Enthalpy of Formation ΔHL
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Definition of Lattice Enthalpy of Formation ΔHLThe chemical process described by lattice enthalpy of formationDefinition of Lattice Enthalpy of DissociationExothermic / EndothermicCalculating lattice enthalpiesBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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<...Electron Affinity ΔHea
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Definition of electron affinityThe chemical process described by electron affinityFirst and subsequent electron affinitiesUse of electron affinityBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Ionization Energy ΔHie
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Definition of First Ionization Energy Second and subsequent ionization energiesConfusion about second ionization energyUse of Ionization energyBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Standard Enthalpy of Atomization ΔHat
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Definition of Standard Enthalpy of Atomization Standard ConditionsUse of Standard Enthalpy of atomizationBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Standard Enthalpy of Combustion ΔHc
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Definition of Standard Enthalpy of CombustionStandard ConditionsComplete combustionUse of Standard Enthalpy of combustionRecommended listening: How to use the Enthalpy of Combustion
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Standard Enthalpy of Formation ΔHf
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Definition of Standard Enthalpy of Formation Standard ConditionsΔHf for elements When ΔHf for an element is not zeroUse of Standard Enthalpy of formationRecommended listening: How to use the Enthalpy of Formation
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What is a Catalyst in Chemistry?
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Definition of a catalystWhat Catalysts doHow Catalysts workCatalysts case study - motor vehicle's catalytic converterBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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How to Compare Maxwell-Boltzmann Distributions at Different Temperatures
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What is the Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution?How the Distribution changes with temperatureTemperature changes and the activation energyTemperature change and effect on rate of reactionBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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...What is Collision Theory and How Does it Affect the Rate of Chemical Reactions?
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What is Collision Theory?What is Activation Energy?The factors that affect the rate of chemical reactionBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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...What is Mean Bond Enthalpy and How Do I Use It?
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Definition of Bond dissociation enthalpyDefinition of mean bond enthalpyUsing Mean bond enthalpy to find the enthalpy of reactionWhy Mean bond enthalpy gives an estimate not an exact valueBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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How to use Enthalpy of Formation and Enthalpy of Combustion to Calculate Enthalpy of Reaction - Hess's Law
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What is Hess's LawUsing Standard Enthalpy of Combustion to calculate ΔHrUsing Standard Enthalpy of Formation to calculate ΔHrContact me if you're interested in a follow-along Hess's Law masterclass:
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How to Calculate Enthalpy Changes for Combustion and Neutralisation
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Definition of standard enthalpy changes and standard conditionsStandard Enthalpy of CombustionStandard Enthalpy of formationMeasuring enthalpy changes in the labSources of experimental inaccuracies------------------------------------------
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...What is Enthalpy and Enthalpy Change?
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Definition of enthalpyEnthalpy changeΔHEnthalpy level or energy level diagrams----------------------------------------------
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<...What is Thermochemistry and Chemical Energetics? An Introduction to Thermochemistry
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What is thermochemistry?What is thermochemistry used for?The units of energyExothermic and endothermic reactionsThermochemistry with Reversible ReactionsBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Using Mass Spectroscopy to Catch Cheating Athletes
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Definition and use of molecular ionHow Fragments are created in the Mass SpectrometerUse of fragments in analysisUses of Mass spectrometry in the real worldFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy
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High Definition mass spectrometryBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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How to Use the Data Sheet with Infra Red Spectra
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What is Infra Red spectrometry?How does Infra Red Spectrometry work?Using the Data Sheet to find the compound typeThe fingerprint regionBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple
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Simple Test Tube Reactions to Identify Organic Compond
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Why you need to know these testsTest for alkenesTests for aldehydesTests for alcoholsTests for HalogenoalkanesTests for carboxylic acids------------------------------------------------------------------------
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The Reactions of Alcohols and How to Get What You Want from Alcohols.
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Categories of alcoholsElimination or Dehydration of AlcoholsCombustion of AlcoholsOxidation of ALcoholsHow to get the desired product from oxidising alcohols-------------------------------------------------------------------------
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