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Explain why Sc3+(aq) is colourless, while Ni2+(aq) is green.

Colour arises due to partially filled d-orbitals. D-orbitals are split into two sub-orbitals with slightly different energies. When an electron in the lower energy d sub-orbital absorbs light, it moves up...

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Write a balanced equation for the oxidation of Iron from the 2+ oxidation state to the 3+ oxidation state using the manganate ion.

Firstly, we need to write a balanced equation for the oxidation of Fe2+ to Fe3+ . We know that when something is oxidised, it is losing electrons, making the half equation: Fe2+...

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Answered by Paige M. Chemistry tutor
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3-methyl pent 2 ene reacts with HBr to form two products. Which of these products is the minor and major product and why?

3-bromo 3 methyl pentane will be the major product while 1 bromo 3 methyl pentane will be the minor. This is due to a more stable carbocation being formed. A secondary carbocation is more stable than a pr...

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Under which conditions does CH4 have the same number of molecules as 100cm^3 of O2 at 27 degrees celsius and 1.0x10^5 Pa?

Options:A: 50cm^3, 54 degrees celsius, 1.0x10^5 Pa B: 50cm^3, 327 degrees celsius, 1.0x10^5 PaC: 100cm^3, 54 degrees celsius, 2.0x10^5 PaD: 100cm^3, 327 degrees celsius, 2.0x10^5 Pa
The equation to u...

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Answered by Tom P. Chemistry tutor
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Why can graphite be used as a lubricant?

Between the carbon layers in graphite there are van der waal forces which are very weak. Therefore, the layers of carbon atoms are able to slide over each other allowing graphite to be used as a lubricant...

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