Best Polarimeter Podcasts (2024)

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What Changes With the Atomic Model When We Introduce Basic Quantum Mechanics? 6:17

3M ago6:17

6:17

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. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you…

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Experiment Using a Polarimeter to Measure Optical Activity - Including a Novel Analogy 5:59

4M ago5:59

5:59

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 podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/che…

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What are Optical Isomerism, Chirality, Enantiomers and Plane-Polarized Light 6:58

4M ago6:58

6:58

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 me a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemist…

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How to Use and Understand 'Curly Arrows' in Reaction Mechanisms 5:11

5M ago5:11

5:11

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 coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Mad…

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What are Reaction Mechanisms, Electrophiles and Nucleophiles 4:46

5M ago4:46

4:46

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 Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee…

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Determining the Rate Equation for a Chemical Reaction 9:03

6M ago9:03

9:03

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 say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if …

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What is the Rate Constant, and How to Use it. 7:37

6M ago7:37

7:37

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 you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Find …

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What is the rate of reaction, and how can you find it experimentally? 5:45

6M ago5:45

5:45

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 out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more …

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How To Predict Whether a Reaction Can Proceed, and at what Temperature - Gibbs Free Energy Change 9:10

7M ago9:10

9:10

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. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me…

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What is Entropy in Chemistry? 5:40

7M ago5:40

5:40

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 from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple P…

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Why I started This Podcast 4:58

7M ago4:58

4:58

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 Matthew@ChemistryMadeSimple.net Join the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.…

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How to Create and Use a Born-Haber Cycle 13:54

11M ago13:54

13:54

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 buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chem…

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What Are Mean Bond Enthalpies? 2:28

11M ago2:28

2:28

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 a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry…

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Standard Enthalpy of Solution ΔHsol 2:18

11M ago2:18

2:18

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 that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Made Simple ac…

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Standard Enthalpy of Hydration ΔHhyd 2:17

11M ago2:17

2:17

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 quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's y…

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Lattice Enthalpy of Formation ΔHL 3:43

11M ago3:43

3:43

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 episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to sa…

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Electron Affinity ΔHea 2:37

11M ago2:37

2:37

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 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam…

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Ionization Energy ΔHie 3:57

11M ago3:57

3:57

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 you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Ch…

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Standard Enthalpy of Atomization ΔHat 3:02

12M ago3:02

3:02

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 that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Made Simple acade…

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Standard Enthalpy of Combustion ΔHc 2:51

12M ago2:51

2:51

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. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You ca…

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Standard Enthalpy of Formation ΔHf 4:23

12M ago4:23

4:23

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 episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to s…

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What is a Catalyst in Chemistry? 6:12

12M ago6:12

6:12

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 coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Mad…

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How to Compare Maxwell-Boltzmann Distributions at Different Temperatures 7:04

1y ago7:04

7:04

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 more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimp…

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What is Collision Theory and How Does it Affect the Rate of Chemical Reactions? 6:15

1y ago6:15

6:15

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 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your ja…

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What is Mean Bond Enthalpy and How Do I Use It? 6:19

1y ago6:19

6:19

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 and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistryma…

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How to use Enthalpy of Formation and Enthalpy of Combustion to Calculate Enthalpy of Reaction - Hess's Law 7:27

1y ago7:27

7:27

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 @chemistrymadesimple Email Matthew@ChemistryMadeSimple.…

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How to Calculate Enthalpy Changes for Combustion and Neutralisation 11:56

1y ago11:56

11:56

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 podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/ch…

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What is Enthalpy and Enthalpy Change? 4:03

1y ago4:03

4:03

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 Enthalpy level or energy level diagrams --------------------…

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What is Thermochemistry and Chemical Energetics? An Introduction to Thermochemistry 6:50

1y ago6:50

6:50

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 quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's …

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Using Mass Spectroscopy to Catch Cheating Athletes 7:45

1y ago7:45

7:45

In this episode: Definition and use of molecular ion How Fragments are created in the Mass Spectrometer Use of fragments in analysis Uses of Mass spectrometry in the real world Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesimple Email Matthew@ChemistryMadeSimple.net Join the discussion at the Chemistry M…

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How to Use the Data Sheet with Infra Red Spectra 8:26

1y ago8:26

8:26

In This episode: What is Infra Red spectrometry? How does Infra Red Spectrometry work? Using the Data Sheet to find the compound type The fingerprint region 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. --------…

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Simple Test Tube Reactions to Identify Organic Compond 7:59

1y ago7:59

7:59

In this episode: Why you need to know these tests Test for alkenes Tests for aldehydes Tests for alcohols Tests for Halogenoalkanes Tests for carboxylic acids ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to sa…

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The Reactions of Alcohols and How to Get What You Want from Alcohols. 8:14

1y ago8:14

8:14

In this episode: Categories of alcohols Elimination or Dehydration of Alcohols Combustion of Alcohols Oxidation of ALcohols How to get the desired product from oxidising alcohols ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistryma…

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What are Alcohols and What are Their Key Features? Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Alcohols. 8:57

1y ago8:57

8:57

In this episode: Definition of alcohols Formula of alcohols Classification as primary, secondary or tertiary Synthesis of alcohols Physical properties 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 out the …

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Elimination vs Nucleophilic Substitution in Halogenoalkanes 5:49

1+ y ago5:49

5:49

In this episode: Definition of elimination reaction description of elimination mechanism Elimination vs Nucleophilic substitution - know the conditions ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a qui…

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Nucleophiles and Nucleophilic Substitution of Halogenoalkanes 8:43

1+ y ago8:43

8:43

In this episode: Definition of nucleophile Examples of nucleophiles Description of the nucleophilic substitution reaction of halogenoalkanes Example reactions and products 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 you…

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What are Halogenoalkanes (and Haloalkanes)? What are Their Properties and Reactivity? 7:23

1+ y ago7:23

7:23

In this episode: Definition of halogenoalkanes and haloalkanes Bond polarity in halogenoalkanes Solubility Trends in boiling point explained Trends in reactivity: Bond polarity vs bond enthalpy ----------------------------------------------------------- Other episodes referenced In this episode: How to name organic compounds The properties of alkan…

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Addition Polymers - How Polyethene is Made 7:53

1+ y ago7:53

7:53

In this episode: What are Polymers Examples of polymers What are monomers Addition Polymer 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 out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more about t…

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What is Electrophilic Addition? | Reactions of Alkenes 11:50

1+ y ago11:50

11:50

In this episode: Alkene functional group Electrophiles Electrophilic addition mechanism Examples of electrophiles Other alkene 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 out the Chemistry Made …

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Alkene Functional Group and General Formula - Alkenes vs Alkanes 5:47

1+ y ago5:47

5:47

In this episode: What are alkenes General formula of alkenes Shape and structure Reactivity and physical properties of alkenes Other episodes mentioned: Naming organic compounds Nature, structure and properties of alkanes Combustion of hydrocarbons Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesi…

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How the Free Radical Mechanism forms Halogenoalkanes from Alkanes 12:38

1+ y ago12:38

12:38

In this episode: What is a mechanism What is a free radical What is a halogenoalkane The steps of the free radical mechanism Chain reaction Other products 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 out …

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How to Know if Combustion is Complete or Incomplete - Combustion of Alkanes 7:32

1+ y ago7:32

7:32

In this episode: What do we mean by combustion in chemistry Why alkanes are commonly used as fuels What is complete combustion and what are the products What is incomplete combustion and what are the products How to spot whether combustion is complete or not Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemi…

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What are the Nature, Formula and Properties of Alkanes? 6:54

1+ y ago6:54

6:54

In this Episode: Definition of alkanes General formula for alkanes, and an exception Properties of alkanes Other episodes referenced in this episode: What are isomers and what is isomerism? How to name organic compounds What is electronegativity and how does it make bonds polar? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episo…

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What are Isomers and What is Isomerism? 11:31

1+ y ago11:31

11:31

In this episode: What is isomerism Structural Isomerism Position Isomerism Chain Isomerism Functional Group Isomerism Stereoisomerism E/Z or cis - trans isomerism 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. Ch…

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What are Functional Groups and Homologous Series? 7:41

1+ y ago7:41

7:41

In this episode: What are Functional groups Chemical families Homologous series Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyBy Matthew Macariou

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How to Show the Structure of Organic Molecules 8:25

1+ y ago8:25

8:25

In this episode: Molecular Formula Displayed Formula Structural Formula Skeletal Formula Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyBy Matthew Macariou

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What is Organic Chemistry, and What is So Special About Carbon? 9:25

1+ y ago9:25

9:25

In this episode: What is organic chemistry? Importance of carbon - carbon and carbon - hydrogen bonds Different structure types in organic chemistry SIngle, double and triple bonds Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Check out the Chemistry …

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What are van der Waals, Dipole-Dipole and Hydrogen Bonding? 13:53

1+ y ago13:53

13:53

In this episode: What is a dipole moment van der Waals forces Dipole-Dipole forces Hydrogen Bonding - including the specific requirements for this type of bond Relative level of attraction of these types of forces Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistryma…

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What is Electronegativity and How Does it Make Bonds Polar 11:32

2y ago11:32

11:32

In this episode: What is electronegativity Trends in elecronegativeity Polarity of covalent bonds Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact m…

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What is Metallic Bonding and How Does it Work? 6:14

2y ago6:14

6:14

In this episode: What is ionic bonding Electron sea and ions How metals conduct electricity and heat Strength of metals Malleability and ductility of metals Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple ac…

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