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 33c

Textbook Question

Write the complete name for each of the following units:
c. ms

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Step 1: Recognize that 'ms' is a unit of time measurement in the metric system.

Step 2: Break down the unit 'ms' into its components: 'm' stands for 'milli-' and 's' stands for 'seconds'.

Step 3: Recall that the prefix 'milli-' in the metric system represents a factor of 10^-3, or 1/1000.

Step 4: Combine the prefix and the base unit to form the complete name. 'ms' stands for 'milliseconds', which means 1/1000 of a second.

Step 5: Verify the interpretation by considering the context of the metric system and ensuring the prefix and base unit are correctly matched.

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Key Concepts

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

Millisecond

A millisecond (ms) is a unit of time equal to one thousandth of a second. It is commonly used in various fields such as computing, music, and physics to measure short durations. For example, in digital audio, the timing of sound samples is often measured in milliseconds.

Metric System

The metric system is an international decimalized system of measurement that includes units such as meters, liters, and grams. It is based on powers of ten, making it easier to convert between units. The millisecond is part of this system, which standardizes measurements across different scientific and technical disciplines.

Time Measurement

Time measurement is the process of quantifying the duration of events or the intervals between them. It is fundamental in various applications, from scientific experiments to everyday activities. Understanding units like milliseconds is crucial for precision in fields such as engineering, telecommunications, and computer science.