ChemTalk

Month: June 2021

Chair Conformations

Core Concepts In this tutorial brought to you by the ChemTalk team, you will learn about chair conformations. More specifically, you will learn how to

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E2 reaction example

E2 Reactions

Core Concepts In this tutorial, you will be introduced to another type of elimination reaction found in organic chemistry, E2. To further understand this reaction,

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structures of O3 and NO3, with the formal charges labeled

What is Formal Charge

Core Concepts Formal charge is an essential, basic concept to master in order to better understand molecular structures and reactions. In this tutorial, you will

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diagram illustrating sn2 reactivity

SN1 vs. SN2 Reactions

Core Concepts In this tutorial, you will learn how to explicitly distinguish between the different aspects of SN1 vs. SN2 reactions, and to identify the

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E1 mechanism example

E1 Elimination Reaction

Elimination Reaction – Core Concepts In this tutorial, you will be introduced to a type of reaction in organic chemistry, the elimination reaction. More specifically,

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sn2 reaction between bromoethane and hydroxide

Sn2 Reaction

Core Concepts: In this tutorial, you will learn about the second type of nucleophilic substitution reaction – sn2 – and its mechanism.Be sure to check

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sn1 reaction between methyl tert-butyl ether and hydrogen bromide

Sn1 Reaction

Core Concepts In this tutorial, you will learn about the first type of nucleophilic substitution reaction – sn1 – by looking at its mechanism and

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steric hindrance comparison

Steric Hindrance

Core Concepts In this tutorial, you will learn about how physical structure can affect the reactivity of organic molecules through steric hindrance. Additionally, you will

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Naming Cycloalkanes

Core Concepts In this tutorial on naming cycloalkanes, you will learn how to apply the IUPAC nomenclature system. If you enjoy this tutorial, be sure

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