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Chemistry Made Simple
by Matthew Macariou
Helping you understand chemistry topics from A-Level and Advanced Higher.Get more guidance, deeper resources and a helpful community at ChemistryMadeSimple.netIf you want to demystify chemistry, yearn for a simpler explanation and want to hear all the tips that will help you at exam time you're at the right place.I'm a chemistry tutor who is used to explaining chemistry in simpler terms, and I love to use an analogy to help with the understanding.Each episode tackles a topic, explaining it as simply as possible - well it is chemistry! The end-of-episode summary will make sure you have useful takeaways to help you on your way.
Episodes
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Oxidation States: The Scorecard You Need For Every Redox Reaction and Half-Equation.
Watch the YouTube version. In this episode: What are oxidation states Rules for oxidation States How to calculate oxidation states Elements with limited oxidation states Elements with varied oxidation states Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple...
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Group 2 Elements and Their Compounds - The Reaction and Trends You Need to Know
The video version of this episode -------------------------------------------- My short, clear overview of everything you need to know about the Group 2 elements, and some of their compounds. -------------------------------------------- Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more...
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How to Do a Titration - From Lab to Calculation
The video version is here. From confusion to mastery - in this episode, I walk you through everything you need to know to do tritrations. Including the calculation step! Whether you find the terminology challenging, want to understand the apparatus and process, or how to do the calculation, I've...
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Avoid Chemistry Calculation Chaos - Know the Correct Units and How to Convert Them
The video version of this podcast can be found here The episode about moles can be found here In this episode: Why you could easily drop a grade by using incorrect units The units you're given are often not the ones you need to use The units to use for the volume of liquid or the volume of gases...
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Master the Acid Dissociation Constant Ka, and Use it to Calculate pH of Weak Acids
The video version (to follow along on screen) is here In this episode: What is the acid dissociation constant What do we mean by the dissociation of an acid What is a weak acid How to write the expression for the acid dissociation constant How to rearrange the expression to help calculate pH What...
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Master the Equilibrium Constant Kc
The video version can be seen here https://youtu.be/U2w2KIL2hB8 In this episode: What is the equilibrium constant What is the equilibrium constant used for What are the units of Kc How to write the equilibrium constant expression The effect of changing the temperature The effect of changing the...
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What is a Reversible Reaction and an Equilibrium
In this episode: What is a reversible reaction? How to spot a reversible reaction Use the correct arrow! What is equilibrium? What is necessary to achieve equilibrium? Disturbing an equilibrium, and La Chatelier's Principle What happens to an equilibrium when you add a catalyst? Check out the...
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What Exactly are Acids, pH, Strong & Weak Acids
In this episode: Definition of an acid Why acids and hydrogen ions are so reactive What pH means and how to calculate it Strong acids, weak acids and concentration Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode....
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Master the Ideal Gas Equation in Chemistry
In this episode: What is the ideal gas equation? How to use the ideal gas equation The biggest mistakes when using the ideal gas equation The units to use - pay special attention When to use the ideal gas equation Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram...
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An Important Update
A short but important update about how and when you can hear the podcast going forwards. Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesimple Email [email protected] Record a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenote Join the...
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How to Do Calculations in Chemistry Using the Mole
Get alerts for my calculations tutorials, and the link to the titration walkthrough. In this episode: Using the mole to calculate RFM of compounds, ions and elements Using the mole to calculate empirical formulae Using the mole to calculate % composition Using the mole to calculate the...
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How My ADHD Helps Me to Help You Learn Chemistry
If you want to discuss anything from this episode, you can contact me: Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesimple Email [email protected] Record a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenote Join the discussion at the...
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How to Balance Equations, and Why It Is So Important
Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. In this episode: What is a chemical equation What are equations for Why is balancing equations so important How…
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Never Ignore a Mole - What is a Mole and Why it is so Important
In this episode: What is a mole Why we need a mole Why we can't just use grams or amu How to use moles in chemistry calculations Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesimple Email...
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What You Need to Know about Isotopes at A-Level
The video that demonstrates how to calculate RAM from isotope mass and relative abundance In this episode: Why do we see decimal places in atomic mass on the periodic table What are isotopes, and how do they differ from each other? What are the differences in the behaviour of different isotopes?...
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How to Write and Understand Electron Configuration
The download mentioned in this episode: https://chemistrymadesimple.net/orbital/ In this episode: What does electron configuration mean for atoms and simple ions Which orbitals fill first? Do electrons pair up in orbitals or half-fill the subshell first? The funny thing about 3d and 4s subshells...
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What is an atomic orbital, and what are the "rules" about orbitals?
Download mentioned in this episode: https://chemistrymadesimple.net/orbital/ In this episode: Definition of an atomic orbital Using the probability of an electron's location Different types of atomic orbitals How many electrons can be in an orbital, and how they MUST differ Which atomic orbitals...
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Quantum Mechanics - Two analogies to help you understand QM and quantum numbers.
The download mentioned in the episode: chemistrymadesimple.net/quantum In this episode: What is Quantum mechanics Analogy 1 - Stairs vs Escalator Analogy 2- Homemade coffee vs Automated barista coffee Quantum numbers and their relevance to electrons Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple...
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How Quantum Mechanics makes the atom 3 dimensional, effects the shape of molecules, and dictates the periodic table's configuration
The download mentioned: Chemistrymadesimple.net/2 In this episode we consider how quantum mechanics effects the atomic model and more: There's more to electron shells Subshells and orbitals 3D shape of orbitals Orbitals, bond angles and shape of molecules The reason the periodic table gets…
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Physical, Organic, or Inorganic? How to navigate these chemistry topic groups.
In this episode, I discuss: What is meant by physical, organic and inorganic chemistry? What is generally included in each of these topic areas? How much do these labels matter? When do these labels matter? Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram...
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Just how DIFFICULT is it to study advanced high school Chemistry? (With top tips from minute 10)
Studying advanced chemistry can't really be as difficult as people make out, can it? TLDR: Don't miss the tips that start from minute 10! 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…
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What Changes With the Atomic Model When We Introduce Basic Quantum Mechanics?
Download mentioned in the episode. In this episode The basic atomic model Why we need to include basic quantum theory Effect of Quantum Theory on atomic structure model Effect of Quantum Theory on periodic table Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode....
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Experiment Using a Polarimeter to Measure Optical Activity - Including a Novel Analogy
In this episode, I describe the basic requirements of a polarimeter being used to measure optical activity of a chemical sample and the process of the experiment. I also introduce a simple yet novel analogy that will help you remember the experimental details. Become a Patreon supporter of the...
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What are Optical Isomerism, Chirality, Enantiomers and Plane-Polarized Light
In this episode: What is optical isomerism Enantiomers Chiral carbon and chirality Asymmetric carbon Optical Activity and plane-polarized light Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy…
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How to Use and Understand 'Curly Arrows' in Reaction Mechanisms
In this episode: What are curly arrows showing Why we use a curved arrow Making a new bond Breaking a bond A special case with two arrows Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a...
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What are Reaction Mechanisms, Electrophiles and Nucleophiles
In this episode: Definition of Mechanism How a mechanism tells more than an equation or a simple diagram Definition of electrophile with examples Definition of nucleophile with examples Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple…
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Determining the Rate Equation for a Chemical Reaction
In this episode: Two ways to determine the order of reaction for reactants How to calculate the rate constant k How to find the effect of changing temperature on the rate constant k Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to...
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What is the Rate Constant, and How to Use it.
In This episode: The rate equation The rate constant How to determine units for the rate equation Order of reaction Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank...
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What is the rate of reaction, and how can you find it experimentally?
In this episode: Definition of rate of reaction How to plot reaction data How to find the rate of reaction Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Check...
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How To Predict Whether a Reaction Can Proceed, and at what Temperature - Gibbs Free Energy Change
In this episode Introduction to Gibbs Free Energy The Gibbs Free Energy equation Take care with the units! How to do the calculation How to Calculate the temperature that a reaction may occur at Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode....
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What is Entropy in Chemistry?
In this episode: Definition of entropy Importance of entropy Definitions of feasible, spontaneous, possible Units of entropy The symbol for entropy and entropy change How to calculate entropy change Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more...
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Why I started This Podcast
In this episode, I talk about why I started the podcast, and about the rigid learning expectations of education settings. Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesimple Email [email protected] Record a voice note for me:...
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How to Create and Use a Born-Haber Cycle
In this episode: definition of a Born-Haber cycle how to construct a Born-Haber cycle (with example) Calculating the lattice enthalpy of formation Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can…
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What Are Mean Bond Enthalpies?
In this episode: Definition of Mean Bond Enthalpy How the mean bond r]enthalpy is calculated Examples of enthalpy that are specific, not mean Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me…
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Standard Enthalpy of Solution ΔHsol
In this episode: Definition of Standard Enthalpy of Solution The chemical process that is measured by the enthalpy of solution Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if...
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Standard Enthalpy of Hydration ΔHhyd
In this episode: Definition of Standard Enthalpy of Hydration The chemical process that is measured by the enthalpy of hydration Examples Calculating enthalpies of hydration Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a...
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Lattice Enthalpy of Formation ΔHL
In this episode: Definition of Lattice Enthalpy of Formation ΔHL The chemical process described by lattice enthalpy of formation Definition of Lattice Enthalpy of Dissociation Exothermic / Endothermic Calculating lattice enthalpies Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each...
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Electron Affinity ΔHea
In this episode: Definition of electron affinity The chemical process described by electron affinity First and subsequent electron affinities Use of electron affinity Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick...
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Ionization Energy ΔHie
In this episode: Definition of First Ionization Energy Second and subsequent ionization energies Confusion about second ionization energy Use of Ionization energy Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank...
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Standard Enthalpy of Atomization ΔHat
In this episode: Definition of Standard Enthalpy of Atomization Standard Conditions Use of Standard Enthalpy of atomization Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if…
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Standard Enthalpy of Combustion ΔHc
In this episode: Definition of Standard Enthalpy of Combustion Standard Conditions Complete combustion Use of Standard Enthalpy of combustion Recommended listening: How to use the Enthalpy of Combustion Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode....
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Standard Enthalpy of Formation ΔHf
In this episode: Definition of Standard Enthalpy of Formation Standard Conditions ΔHf for elements When ΔHf for an element is not zero Use of Standard Enthalpy of formation Recommended listening: How to use the Enthalpy of Formation Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each...
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What is a Catalyst in Chemistry?
In this episode: Definition of a catalyst What Catalysts do How Catalysts work Catalysts case study - motor vehicle's catalytic converter Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a...
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How to Compare Maxwell-Boltzmann Distributions at Different Temperatures
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy In this episode: What is the Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution? How the Distribution changes with temperature Temperature changes and the activation energy Temperature change and effect on rate of reaction Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get...
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What is Collision Theory and How Does it Affect the Rate of Chemical Reactions?
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy In this episode: What is Collision Theory? What is Activation Energy? The factors that affect the rate of chemical reaction Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick...
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What is Mean Bond Enthalpy and How Do I Use It?
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy In this episode: Definition of Bond dissociation enthalpy Definition of mean bond enthalpy Using Mean bond enthalpy to find the enthalpy of reaction Why Mean bond enthalpy gives an estimate not an exact value Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast…
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How to use Enthalpy of Formation and Enthalpy of Combustion to Calculate Enthalpy of Reaction - Hess's Law
In this episode: What is Hess's Law Using Standard Enthalpy of Combustion to calculate ΔHr Using Standard Enthalpy of Formation to calculate ΔHr Contact me if you're interested in a follow-along Hess's Law masterclass: Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram...
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How to Calculate Enthalpy Changes for Combustion and Neutralisation
In this episode: Definition of standard enthalpy changes and standard conditions Standard Enthalpy of Combustion Standard Enthalpy of formation Measuring enthalpy changes in the lab Sources of experimental inaccuracies ------------------------------------------ Become a Patreon supporter of the...
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What is Enthalpy and Enthalpy Change?
Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. --------------------------------------------- In this episode: Definition of enthalpy Enthalpy change ΔH…
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What is Thermochemistry and Chemical Energetics? An Introduction to Thermochemistry
In this episode: What is thermochemistry? What is thermochemistry used for? The units of energy Exothermic and endothermic reactions Thermochemistry with Reversible Reactions Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Helping you understand chemistry topics from A-Level and Advanced Higher.Get more guidance, deeper resources and a helpful community at ChemistryMadeSimple.netIf you want to demystify chemistry, yearn for a simpler explanation and want to hear all the tips that will help you at exam time you're at the right place.I'm a chemistry tutor who is used to explaining chemistry in simpler terms, and I love to use an analogy to help with the understanding.Each episode tackles a topic, explaining it as simply as possible - well it is chemistry! The end-of-episode summary will make sure you have useful takeaways to help you on your way.
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Matthew Macariou
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