
Chemistry Made Simple
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Ep 53How to Use the Data Sheet with Infra Red Spectra
In This episode: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/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.----------------------------------------------------------Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy-----------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 52Simple Test Tube Reactions to Identify Organic Compond
In this episode:Why you need to know these testsTest for alkenesTests for aldehydesTests for alcoholsTests for HalogenoalkanesTests for carboxylic acids------------------------------------------------------------------------Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.------------------------------------------------------------------------Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy-------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 51The Reactions of Alcohols and How to Get What You Want from Alcohols.
In this episode:Categories of alcoholsElimination or Dehydration of AlcoholsCombustion of AlcoholsOxidation of ALcoholsHow to get the desired product from oxidising alcohols-------------------------------------------------------------------------Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.-------------------------------------------------------------------------Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy--------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 50What are Alcohols and What are Their Key Features? Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Alcohols.
In this episode:Definition of alcoholsFormula of alcoholsClassification as primary, secondary or tertiarySynthesis of alcoholsPhysical propertiesBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 49Elimination vs Nucleophilic Substitution in Halogenoalkanes
In this episode:Definition of elimination reactiondescription of elimination mechanismElimination vs Nucleophilic substitution - know the conditions------------------------------------------------------------------------Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.------------------------------------------------------------------------Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 48Nucleophiles and Nucleophilic Substitution of Halogenoalkanes
In this episode:Definition of nucleophileExamples of nucleophilesDescription of the nucleophilic substitution reaction of halogenoalkanesExample reactions and productsBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 47What are Halogenoalkanes (and Haloalkanes)? What are Their Properties and Reactivity?
In this episode:Definition of halogenoalkanes and haloalkanesBond polarity in halogenoalkanesSolubilityTrends in boiling point explainedTrends in reactivity: Bond polarity vs bond enthalpy-----------------------------------------------------------Other episodes referenced In this episode:How to name organic compoundsThe properties of alkanes------------------------------------------------------------Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.-------------------------------------------------------------Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy-------------------------------------------------------------

Ep 46Addition Polymers - How Polyethene is Made
In this episode:What are PolymersExamples of polymersWhat are monomersAddition Polymer reactionBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 44What is Electrophilic Addition? | Reactions of Alkenes
In this episode:Alkene functional groupElectrophilesElectrophilic addition mechanismExamples of electrophilesOther alkene reactionBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 43Alkene Functional Group and General Formula - Alkenes vs Alkanes
In this episode:What are alkenesGeneral formula of alkenesShape and structureReactivity and physical properties of alkenesOther episodes mentioned:Naming organic compoundsNature, structure and properties of alkanesCombustion of hydrocarbonsBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 42How the Free Radical Mechanism forms Halogenoalkanes from Alkanes
In this episode:What is a mechanismWhat is a free radicalWhat is a halogenoalkaneThe steps of the free radical mechanismChain reactionOther productsBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 41How to Know if Combustion is Complete or Incomplete - Combustion of Alkanes
In this episode:What do we mean by combustion in chemistryWhy alkanes are commonly used as fuelsWhat is complete combustion and what are the productsWhat is incomplete combustion and what are the productsHow to spot whether combustion is complete or notBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 40What are the Nature, Formula and Properties of Alkanes?
In this Episode:Definition of alkanesGeneral formula for alkanes, and an exceptionProperties of alkanesOther episodes referenced in this episode:What are isomers and what is isomerism?How to name organic compoundsWhat is electronegativity and how does it make bonds polar?Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 39What are Isomers and What is Isomerism?
In this episode:What is isomerismStructural IsomerismPosition IsomerismChain IsomerismFunctional Group IsomerismStereoisomerismE/Z or cis - trans isomerismBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 38What are Functional Groups and Homologous Series?
In this episode:What are Functional groupsChemical familiesHomologous seriesWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleCheck out the Chemistry Made Simple academy

Ep 37How to Show the Structure of Organic Molecules
In this episode:Molecular FormulaDisplayed FormulaStructural FormulaSkeletal FormulaWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleCheck out the Chemistry Made Simple academy

Ep 36What is Organic Chemistry, and What is So Special About Carbon?
In this episode:What is organic chemistry?Importance of carbon - carbon and carbon - hydrogen bondsDifferent structure types in organic chemistrySIngle, double and triple bondsWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleCheck out the Chemistry Made Simple academy

Ep 35What are van der Waals, Dipole-Dipole and Hydrogen Bonding?
In this episode:What is a dipole momentvan der Waals forcesDipole-Dipole forcesHydrogen Bonding - including the specific requirements for this type of bondRelative level of attraction of these types of forcesWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 34What is Electronegativity and How Does it Make Bonds Polar
In this episode:What is electronegativityTrends in elecronegativeityPolarity of covalent bondsWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleCheck out the Chemistry Made Simple academyFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 33What is Metallic Bonding and How Does it Work?
In this episode:What is ionic bondingElectron sea and ionsHow metals conduct electricity and heatStrength of metalsMalleability and ductility of metalsWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 32What is Covalent Bonding and How Does it Work?
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn this episode:What is a covalent bond?Why do covalent bonds form?Examples in elements and compoundsDouble bondsCo-ordinate or dative bondsProperties of covalent substancesWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 31What is Ionic Bonding and How Does it Work?
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn this episode:Which atoms combine using ionic bondsHow ions are formedHow ionic bonds are formedProperties of ionic compoundsWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 30How and Why Chemical Bonds are Formed - Chemical Bonding I
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn this episode:Why do atoms form chemical bonds?How do atoms for chemical bonds?The three types of chemical bondWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 29How to do the Analytical Chemistry Question in Your Exam
Watch the video explaining the process and walkthrough of a tough exam question:chemistrymadesimple.net/5stepIn this episode:Why the analytical chem question is so difficultWhy I developed the 5 step process for tackling these questionsThe 5 stepsHow to write out your answerThe usefulness of the data sheet / data bookletWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 28What Happens to Ionization Energy Across a Period - Periodicity IV
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn this episode:What is ionization energy?First Ionization energyTrends in first ionization energy with explanationsSuccessive ionization energiesCommon exam question - predict the elementWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 27Two Must-Know Trends in Melting and Boiling Points - Periodicity III
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn this Episode:Not one trend but two mini trendsThe trends for sodium - siliconThe trends for phosphorus - argonGiant structure vs molecular and what it means for these trendsWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 26Trends in Atomic Radii across the periodic table - Periodicity II
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn this episode:The definition of atomic radiusThe trend across group 3The reason for the trendWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 25Trends Across the Periodic Table - Periodicity I
Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Your introduction to periodicity, and trends across a row of the periodic tableIn this episode:What is a periodWhat is PeriodicityWhich group we study and whyWhich properties we'll studyWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenoteJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 24Atom Economy vs Yield
Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleIn this episode:Definition of ATOM ECONOMYExample calculation of Atom economyDefinition of YIELDExamples of calculation of yieldComparison of ATOM ECONOMY vs YIELDEquation and calculation used in this episode: C + 2H2O -> 2H2 + CO2 12g 2x18g 2x2g 44gAtom economy = (4/48) x 100 = 8.3%--------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 23How to Work Out Half Equations - Redox III
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy___________________________________________________________________In this episode:What are half equations?What are the rules for half equationsSimple example walkthroughComplex example walkthroughYour assignment:Deduce the half equation for the reduction of the dichromate ion [Cr2O7]^2-Let me know how you do with that -DM me on InstagramContact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 22How to Assign Oxidation States or Numbers - Redox II
Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn This episode:definition of oxidation state / numberrules for assigning oxidation numbers'standard' oxidation states (and exceptions)walk through exampleshow to use oxidation numbersContact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 21Introduction to Oxidation, Reduction and Redox Reactions - Redox I
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn this episode:definition of the terms oxidation and reductionsimple examples of oxidation and reductiondefinition of oxidation states / oxidation numbers with examplesdefinition of redoxFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 20How to Name Organic Compounds - Nomenclature II
Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academyIn this episode:Naming process for organic compoundsRoot of the nameIncluding functional groupIncluding side chainIndicating the position of functional groups and side chainsProtocol for naming when there are multiple prefixes Number of carbons Root of name 1 meth 2 eth 3 prop 4 but 5 pent 6 hex 7 hept 8 oct 9 non 10 decFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academyWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 19How to Name Inorganic Compounds - Nomenclature I
Careful with those numbers....In this episode:Why we need a systematic naming systemHow to name cations systematicallyHow to name anions systematicallyUsing full names, not formulaeCombining cation and anion names to name compoundsRoman Numerals:I oneII twoIII threeIV fourV fiveVI sixVII seven__________________________________________________________________Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 18How to Balance Chemical Equations (Full, ionic and half equations)
In this episode:How to write a chemical equationThe GOLDEN RULE of balancing equationsWhat do we mean by "balancing an equation"?How to balance an equationDefinition of full, ionic and half equations----------------------------------------Read more about how to balance equations:https://chemistrymadesimple.net/episode/18/------------------------------------------Find out how to join the Chemistry Made Simple Academy waitlist.Watch a short video explaining WHY we need to balance chemical equations.And a video explaining HOW to balance chemical equations.Get in touch:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 17How to Use the Ideal Gas Equation
In this episode :What is the ideal gas equationunits of the ideal gas equationuse and common question typesWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 16How to Use Moles for Gases - Molar Volume
In this episode:Using Molar Mass for gasesDefinition of Molar VolumeWhat are standard temperature & pressure, and room temperature & pressure?Definition of conditions of stp and rtpMolar volume at stp and at rtpHow to use the molar volumeApplying molar volume to gaseous elements, gaseous compounds, and mixtures of gasesWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 15Why the Mole is the Most Important College Chemistry Concept
Show notes here very soon - check backWant to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 14Is A-Level Chemistry Really THAT difficult?
Studying chemistry in sixth form can't really be as difficult as people make out, can it?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 it starting again in chemistry?Did GCSE chemistry lie to me?Does getting a good GCSE grade mean I'll get a good A-Level grade?There's a lot of calculationsThe maths is very hardthe exams are very difficult and require lots of understandingHear my golden rule about getting all the exam marks you deserve.I also give quick tips of what you should include in your answers.Find out how I can help you throughout your chemistry A-Level here.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 13What Is Titration and How Does it Work?
In this episode:Introduction to titration - what is it?Types of titrationApparatus requiredHow to do titrationsDoing the calculationRead the accompanying article.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 12Everything About Acidic Buffers : Composition, How They Work, and How To Do Calculations
In this episode:Introduction to buffers- what are theyWhat are acidic buffers made from?How do acidic buffers workHow acidic buffers are preparedAssumptions when using the acid dissociation constant, Ka, with acidic buffersThose tricky calculations....Read the full show notes here.Suggested listening: Episode 10 explains the calculations required with weak acids and the acid dissociation constant, Ka.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.

Ep 11Bonus Episode: How to Recognise a Weak Acid?
bonusThis bonus episode gives you five things to look for to help you identify whether an acid is a weak acid. Your exam question is unlikely to spell that out for you. Very unlikely indeed. Here are the simple things to look for that will put you one step ahead of the examiner!Suggested listening: Episode 9 which introduces the difference between a strong acid and a weak acid and defines how to calculate pH.Episode 10 which explains the calculations required with weak acids and the acid dissociation constant, Ka.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 10Using the Acid Dissociation Constant Ka with Weak Acids
Read the full show notesIn this episode we simplify:What is the acid dissociation constant, KaCalculating pH from the H+ concentrationCalculating the H+ concentration from pHCalculate acid concentration [HA] for a weak acidCalculate the acid dissociation constant, KaIt's really not as difficult as it seems. Listen in and get chemistry confident.Suggested listening: Also listen to episode 9 which introduces the difference between a strong acid and a weak acid and defines how to calculate pH.Join the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 9Strong Acids, Weak Acids and pH
Read the full show notes In this episode we:define acids (and bases) discuss why acids are SO reactivedefine and compare weak acids and strong acids (and talk about the common mistake made)talk about why pH is useful, and define how to calculate itSuggested listening: Also listen to episode 10 which discusses the assumptions used when making calculations involving weak acids, and introduces the acid dissociation constant.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 8How To Use the Equilibrium Constant Kc
In this episode we consider how to quantify the position of equilibrium using the equilibrium constant Kc.We also talk through which changes of conditions cause a change in Kc value, and which don't. This will be something that will come up in your exams!You can read the article How to Use the Equilibrium Constant Kc-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimpleFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected]

Ep 7What are Equilibria and Reversible Reactions?
Read the show notes and article Equilibria and Reversible Reactions-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 6What are Isotopes?
Read the companion article What are Isotopes?___________________________________________________________Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 5How Mass Spectrometers Work
Download our guide to Mass How Mass Spectrometers WorkRead the article How Mass Spectrometers Work------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 4Atomic Orbitals and the True Nature of Electrons
Atomic orbitals downloadIn this episode, I start by giving a definition of atomic orbitals.I talk about the different types and shapes, and explain that there are rules about which shell each orbital type can exist in.How many orbitals of each type? We talk about that too.Read more -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple

Ep 3What is Quantum Mechanics?
Read the article What is Quantum Mechanics and How Does it Affect the Atomic Model?---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Quantum mechanics is one of those phrases that makes many a chemistry student lose sleep. Because quantum mechanics, or quantum theory, is our attempt to describe the counter-intuitive behaviour of tiny particles.In this episode, we use two analogies to explain the discontinuous nature of quantum behaviour. From those analogies, we introduced the concept of quantum numbers. And we go into some detail of the four quantum numbers that apply to electrons, as well as introducing how these affect the structure of atoms.Get a download mentioned in the episode here https://chemistrymadesimple.net/quantum/------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail [email protected] to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple