Table of contents

1. Matter and Measurements4h 31m
2. Atoms and the Periodic Table5h 23m
3. Ionic Compounds2h 18m
4. Molecular Compounds2h 18m
5. Classification & Balancing of Chemical Reactions3h 17m
6. Chemical Reactions & Quantities2h 27m
7. Energy, Rate and Equilibrium3h 46m
8. Gases, Liquids and Solids3h 25m
9. Solutions4h 10m
10. Acids and Bases3h 29m
11. Nuclear Chemistry56m
BONUS: Lab Techniques and Procedures1h 38m
BONUS: Mathematical Operations and Functions47m
12. Introduction to Organic Chemistry1h 34m
13. Alkenes, Alkynes, and Aromatic Compounds2h 12m
14. Compounds with Oxygen or Sulfur1h 6m
15. Aldehydes and Ketones1h 1m
16. Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives1h 11m
17. Amines39m
18. Amino Acids and Proteins1h 51m
19. Enzymes1h 37m
20. Carbohydrates1h 41m
21. The Generation of Biochemical Energy2h 8m
22. Carbohydrate Metabolism2h 22m
23. Lipids2h 26m
24. Lipid Metabolism1h 45m
25. Protein and Amino Acid Metabolism1h 37m
26. Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis2h 54m

1. Matter and Measurements

Metric Prefixes

GOB Chemistry

1. Matter and Measurements

Metric Prefixes

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Problem 33a

Textbook Question

Write the complete name for each of the following units:
a. cL

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Step 1: Understand the abbreviation 'cL'. The 'c' stands for 'centi-', which is a metric prefix meaning 1/100 or 0.01. The 'L' stands for 'liter', which is a unit of volume in the metric system.

Step 2: Combine the prefix and the base unit. The prefix 'centi-' modifies the base unit 'liter' to represent 1/100 of a liter.

Step 3: Write the complete name for the unit. The complete name for 'cL' is 'centiliter'.

Step 4: Confirm the meaning of the unit. A centiliter is equal to 0.01 liters, which is commonly used to measure small volumes of liquid.

Step 5: Practice with similar units. For example, 'cm' stands for 'centimeter', where 'centi-' modifies 'meter' to represent 1/100 of a meter.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Centiliter (cL)

A centiliter (cL) is a metric unit of volume equal to one-hundredth of a liter. It is commonly used in measuring liquids, particularly in culinary and beverage contexts. Understanding this unit is essential for conversions and applications in recipes or scientific measurements.

Metric System

The metric system is an international decimalized system of measurement based on the meter, liter, and gram as its fundamental units. It is widely used around the world for scientific, industrial, and everyday measurements. Familiarity with the metric system is crucial for accurately interpreting and converting various units.

Volume Measurement

Volume measurement refers to the quantification of three-dimensional space occupied by a substance, typically expressed in liters, milliliters, or their derivatives. Understanding volume is vital in fields such as chemistry, cooking, and engineering, where precise measurements are necessary for successful outcomes.