Chemistry HL
Chemistry HL
6
Chapters
243
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Chapter 1 - Models Of The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Chapter 1 - Models Of The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Chapter 2 - Models Of Bonding & Structure
Chapter 2 - Models Of Bonding & Structure
Chapter 3 - Classification Of Matter
Chapter 3 - Classification Of Matter
Chapter 4 - What Drives Chemical Reactions?
Chapter 4 - What Drives Chemical Reactions?
Chapter 5 - How Much, How Fast & How Far?
Chapter 5 - How Much, How Fast & How Far?
Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
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Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
Chemistry HL
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Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?

Unlocking Radicals: From Organic Reactions to Ageing Theories

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Hello future chemist! Are you ready to embark on an electrifying journey through the world of radicals? Buckle up, because we're about to dive deep into the fascinating realm of unpaired electrons and the mysteries of aging! 🌟

What's the Deal with Organic Reaction Mechanisms?

  • It's like a detailed movie script of a chemical reaction.
  • Tells us which bonds break, which ones form, and how electrons strut their stuff throughout the scene.

Radicals 101: The Lone Electron Ranger 🤠

  • Definition: A radical is a sassy chemical entity with an unpaired electron.

  • Fun Fact: Unlike ions that always need a buddy (counter-ion), radicals can totally roll solo.

  • How to Spot One: Look for a dot (•) – this indicates a radical. Think of it as a badge of honor!

    • Type 1 - Solo Stars: Single atom radicals, like our friend, the chlorine radical, Cl•.

    • Type 2 - The Squads: Polyatomic species, like the cool crew of the methyl radical, •CH₃, and the hydroxyl radical, •OH. Remember, the dot stands next to the one with the unpaired electron. So in •CH₃, carbon's the one rocking the dot!

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Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
Chemistry HL
Chemistry HL

Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?

Unlocking Radicals: From Organic Reactions to Ageing Theories

Word Count Emoji
512 words
Reading Time Emoji
3 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

Table of content

Hello future chemist! Are you ready to embark on an electrifying journey through the world of radicals? Buckle up, because we're about to dive deep into the fascinating realm of unpaired electrons and the mysteries of aging! 🌟

What's the Deal with Organic Reaction Mechanisms?

  • It's like a detailed movie script of a chemical reaction.
  • Tells us which bonds break, which ones form, and how electrons strut their stuff throughout the scene.

Radicals 101: The Lone Electron Ranger 🤠

  • Definition: A radical is a sassy chemical entity with an unpaired electron.

  • Fun Fact: Unlike ions that always need a buddy (counter-ion), radicals can totally roll solo.

  • How to Spot One: Look for a dot (•) – this indicates a radical. Think of it as a badge of honor!

    • Type 1 - Solo Stars: Single atom radicals, like our friend, the chlorine radical, Cl•.

    • Type 2 - The Squads: Polyatomic species, like the cool crew of the methyl radical, •CH₃, and the hydroxyl radical, •OH. Remember, the dot stands next to the one with the unpaired electron. So in •CH₃, carbon's the one rocking the dot!

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