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Why are electron volts used instead of Joules in Quantum Phenomena and how do you convert between the two?

In quantum and particle physics, quantities such as energy and momentum are extremely small and so it is logical to have a standard unit of energies at this scale. It saves time to write 1eV, as opposed t...

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Answered by Sophie P. Physics tutor
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When do I use the genitive case?

You use the genitive case to mark possession of something. It is a nice way to say that an object belongs to someone. There are some prepositions that trigger this case. In all cases you can use a simple ...

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Answered by Benjamin P. German tutor
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The curve C is defined by x^3 – (4x^2 )y = 2y^3 – 3x – 2. Find the value of dy/dx at the point (3, 1).

When we find dy/dx we find the gradient of the curve at (3,1). Start by differentiating the left hand side (LHS) like so.. (whiteboard). Remember every time we differentiate a y value we multiply by dy/dx...

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Answered by Caitlin R. Maths tutor
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Outline the process by which US Supreme Court Justices are appointed.

Upon the death, retirement, resignation or impeachment of a US Supreme Court Justice, the President has the constitutional right to nominate a new justice. In doing so, they will consider ideological posi...

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Answered by Leo H. Politics tutor
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Why is scandium not considered a true transition metal?

This is to do with the definition of a transition metal (TM). A TM is a metal which loses electrons to form an ion with an incomplete D subshell. Scandiums most stable ion is a Sc3+ ion losing both the el...

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Answered by Oliver G. Chemistry tutor
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