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Why is a water molecule non-linear?

Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion Theory (VSEPR) states that lone pairs repel other lone pairs more so than they do bonded pairs. In water, the oxygen atom has two lone pairs. These two lone pairs rep...

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Draw an example using a diagram of Carbon, three "Y" substrates and an "L" indicating any leaving group the Sn1 nucleophilic substitution reaction. (3 marks) Which step is fastest (1 mark).

Y₃CL -> [Y₃C]⁺+ L^-(1 mark)Ligand leaves in first step. Can still show ligand as product anion but no need. Also accept any halide as leaving group.
Ste...

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Give the molecular formula of benzene. Give the Kekule structure of benzene and then explain why this structure is not correct. Give the accepted structure for benzene (5 marks).

Molecular formula: C₆H₆The Kekule structure (draw on whiteboard in session) - has the hexagonal shape of the ring, with a carbon=carbon double bond on every other carbon-carbon link....

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Explain the trend in ionization energy down a group of the periodic table.

Ionization energy is the energy required to remove one electron from each atom in one mole of gaseous atoms to form one mole of gaseous 1+ ions. This is the following process;
X _g ---> ...

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How can I apply the knowledge I learn in lessons to tougher exam style questions ?

The million dollar question when it comes to chemistry and is often the difference between a good grade and a great grade. The basis of this is to consolidate your basic concepts, make sure those are inst...

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