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What is an acid and what is the difference between and strong and weak acid

An acid is a proton donor. The acid molecule may have one or more protons that it can lose depending on its structure, however generally the second proton is much less acidic (meaning that it is lost much...

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Answered by Lea S. Chemistry tutor
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The Haber-Bosch process is used in industry to produce ammonia. Explain how the use of high temperature and pressure affects the rate of reaction.

According to collision theory: Increasing the temperature increases the average energy of the system. This means more molecules have enough energy to overcome the activation enthalpy when they collide, ca...

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Answered by Adam W. Chemistry tutor
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How can I work out whether a hydrocarbon is an alkene or an alkane from its molecular formula?

Step 1:

  • Look at the molecular formula of the hydrocarbon you have been given.

  • (This is the formula that tells you exactly how many hydrogens and ...

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Answered by Alice H. Chemistry tutor
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Diamond and Graphite are both giant covalent structures. If they are both made of carbon why does diamond have a higher melting point?

Although both are giant covalent structures, they have different structures. Diamond makes a 3d structure with each carbon attached to 4 other carbons so the only bond to break when melting it is the very...

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Answered by Zia F. Chemistry tutor
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How is pure copper extracted froms it ore?

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Answered by Gatsby F. Chemistry tutor
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