Introduction to Nuclear Chemistry
An 11-part course with Amanda Holton
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- Total Time 1 hr, 12 min
- Lessons 11
- Attachment 1
- Exercises 27
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43 CQ
11 Lessons in This Course
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6 minFREEChemistry lesson 1Free4 CQ
Begin learning about radioactive decay processes with this brief chemistry lesson! Covered are important particles, symbols, and properties of the process.
with Amanda HoltonBegin learning about radioactive decay processes with this brief chemistry lesson! Covered are important particles, symbols, and properties of the process.
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6 minChemistry lesson 24 CQ
Learn what happens to an atom during alpha decay, how you can predict the end products, and some real world applications in this lesson from Amanda Holton.
with Amanda HoltonLearn what happens to an atom during alpha decay, how you can predict the end products, and some real world applications in this lesson from Amanda Holton.
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8 minPhysics lesson 35 CQ
In this lesson, Dr. Amanda Holton discusses the two different types of beta decay, beta plus and beta minus, how they affect atoms, and ways they are applied.
with Amanda HoltonIn this lesson, Dr. Amanda Holton discusses the two different types of beta decay, beta plus and beta minus, how they affect atoms, and ways they are applied.
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2 minChemistry lesson 42 CQ
In this chemistry lesson, review electron capture, which is a form of radioactive decay. Covered is a quick definition, and a radioactive decay formula.
with Amanda HoltonIn this chemistry lesson, review electron capture, which is a form of radioactive decay. Covered is a quick definition, and a radioactive decay formula.
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5 minChemistry lesson 53 CQ
Learn the definition of gamma decay, when it happens, and how it affects the elements involved in this chemistry lesson from Dr. Amanda Holton.
with Amanda HoltonLearn the definition of gamma decay, when it happens, and how it affects the elements involved in this chemistry lesson from Dr. Amanda Holton.
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6 minChemistry lesson 64 CQ
In this lesson from Dr. Amanda Holton, review how to use nuclear equations to predict the outcome of reactions and determine what type of reaction occurred.
with Amanda HoltonIn this lesson from Dr. Amanda Holton, review how to use nuclear equations to predict the outcome of reactions and determine what type of reaction occurred.
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9 minChemistry lesson 75 CQ
In this lesson, Prof. Amanda Holton discusses the process of nuclear fission, how it has been used as a weapon, as well as the ways it is used for power.
with Amanda HoltonIn this lesson, Prof. Amanda Holton discusses the process of nuclear fission, how it has been used as a weapon, as well as the ways it is used for power.
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5 minPhysics lesson 83 CQ
This lesson from Amanda Holton covers the basic concepts of nuclear fusion, its limitations as an energy source, and its current practical application.
with Amanda HoltonThis lesson from Amanda Holton covers the basic concepts of nuclear fusion, its limitations as an energy source, and its current practical application.
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4 minChemistry lesson 93 CQ
In this lesson, chemistry professor Amanda Holton discusses radioactive decay in atoms, why it happens, and offers a couple illustrative examples.
with Amanda HoltonIn this lesson, chemistry professor Amanda Holton discusses radioactive decay in atoms, why it happens, and offers a couple illustrative examples.
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9 minChemistry lesson 105 CQ
In this lesson, Prof. Amanda Holton reviews equations used in radiocarbon dating, discusses its shortcomings, as well as other methods of radiometric dating.
with Amanda HoltonIn this lesson, Prof. Amanda Holton reviews equations used in radiocarbon dating, discusses its shortcomings, as well as other methods of radiometric dating.
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8 minChemistry lesson 115 CQ
Prof. Amanda Holton discusses binding energy then demonstrates step-by-step the functions that will help you discover a particular element's energy.
with Amanda HoltonProf. Amanda Holton discusses binding energy then demonstrates step-by-step the functions that will help you discover a particular element's energy.
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643 min6-part Chemistry course25 CQ
Studying trends along the periodic table? In this intermediate chemistry course, learn all about periodic trends, and discuss concepts like effective nuclear charge and ionization energy.
with Amanda HoltonStudying trends along the periodic table? In this intermediate chemistry course, learn all about periodic trends, and discuss concepts like effective nuclear charge and ionization energy.
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520 min5-part Chemistry course13 CQ
Are you a chemistry student delving into quantum mechanics? In this course, review historical, mathematical, and conceptual topics of quantum mechanics, and experiments that led to key findings.
with Amanda HoltonAre you a chemistry student delving into quantum mechanics? In this course, review historical, mathematical, and conceptual topics of quantum mechanics, and experiments that led to key findings.
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658 min6-part Physics course32 CQ
After understanding the basics of quantum mechanics, learn about the early experiments on wave particle duality, the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, and more in this advanced physics course.
with Amanda HoltonAfter understanding the basics of quantum mechanics, learn about the early experiments on wave particle duality, the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, and more in this advanced physics course.
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40208 min40-part Chemistry course125 CQ
Professor Dave covers the fundamentals of chemistry with short and simple lessons on using scientific notation, balancing chemical equations, understanding atomic theory, and more.
Professor Dave covers the fundamentals of chemistry with short and simple lessons on using scientific notation, balancing chemical equations, understanding atomic theory, and more.
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971 min9-part Chemistry course39 CQ
Explore the basic properties of gases and learn how gas molecules move, are measured, and react to changes in pressure, volume, and temperature with easy-to-understand illustrations and examples.
Explore the basic properties of gases and learn how gas molecules move, are measured, and react to changes in pressure, volume, and temperature with easy-to-understand illustrations and examples.
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1172 min11-part Chemistry course43 CQ
This course on nuclear chemistry and radioactive decay from Prof. Amanda Holton discusses the differences among alpha, beta, and gamma decay; nuclear fusion and fission; and nuclear kinetics.
with Amanda HoltonThis course on nuclear chemistry and radioactive decay from Prof. Amanda Holton discusses the differences among alpha, beta, and gamma decay; nuclear fusion and fission; and nuclear kinetics.
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46342 min46-part Chemistry course196 CQ
Organic chemistry can be complex and difficult to learn. Professor Dave makes learning organic chemistry easy with this comprehensive course that explains the basics in a structured and linear way!
Organic chemistry can be complex and difficult to learn. Professor Dave makes learning organic chemistry easy with this comprehensive course that explains the basics in a structured and linear way!
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520 min5-part Chemistry course13 CQ
Are you a chemistry student delving into quantum mechanics? In this course, review historical, mathematical, and conceptual topics of quantum mechanics, and experiments that led to key findings.
with Amanda HoltonAre you a chemistry student delving into quantum mechanics? In this course, review historical, mathematical, and conceptual topics of quantum mechanics, and experiments that led to key findings.
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15165 min15-part Physics course92 CQ
Physics: it's what makes us who we are—and it's how we interact with the world. This course explains in detail all you need to know about modern physics concepts, from the big bang to black holes.
with Es EinsteiniumPhysics: it's what makes us who we are—and it's how we interact with the world. This course explains in detail all you need to know about modern physics concepts, from the big bang to black holes.
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971 min9-part Chemistry course39 CQ
Explore the basic properties of gases and learn how gas molecules move, are measured, and react to changes in pressure, volume, and temperature with easy-to-understand illustrations and examples.
Explore the basic properties of gases and learn how gas molecules move, are measured, and react to changes in pressure, volume, and temperature with easy-to-understand illustrations and examples.
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1172 min11-part Chemistry course43 CQ
This course on nuclear chemistry and radioactive decay from Prof. Amanda Holton discusses the differences among alpha, beta, and gamma decay; nuclear fusion and fission; and nuclear kinetics.
with Amanda HoltonThis course on nuclear chemistry and radioactive decay from Prof. Amanda Holton discusses the differences among alpha, beta, and gamma decay; nuclear fusion and fission; and nuclear kinetics.
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544 min5-part Physics course25 CQ
Wondering how nuclear fusion differs from fission? Why radioactivity produces energy? Discover answers to these questions and more in this physics course covering the science behind radioactivity.
with FizzicsWondering how nuclear fusion differs from fission? Why radioactivity produces energy? Discover answers to these questions and more in this physics course covering the science behind radioactivity.
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658 min6-part Physics course32 CQ
After understanding the basics of quantum mechanics, learn about the early experiments on wave particle duality, the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, and more in this advanced physics course.
with Amanda HoltonAfter understanding the basics of quantum mechanics, learn about the early experiments on wave particle duality, the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, and more in this advanced physics course.
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524 min5-part Science course14 CQ
Volcanoes are one of the many fascinating geomorphic forces that shape our planet. Learn about the types of volcanic rock and the impact of volcanic eruptions in this earth science course.
with Darron GedgeVolcanoes are one of the many fascinating geomorphic forces that shape our planet. Learn about the types of volcanic rock and the impact of volcanic eruptions in this earth science course.
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15165 min15-part Physics course92 CQ
Physics: it's what makes us who we are—and it's how we interact with the world. This course explains in detail all you need to know about modern physics concepts, from the big bang to black holes.
with Es EinsteiniumPhysics: it's what makes us who we are—and it's how we interact with the world. This course explains in detail all you need to know about modern physics concepts, from the big bang to black holes.
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1152 min11-part Science course33 CQ
When you look up into the sky, do you ever wonder about the other planets that orbit around the Sun? This course explores our Solar System, from Mercury to the distant ice giants.
with AstronomicWhen you look up into the sky, do you ever wonder about the other planets that orbit around the Sun? This course explores our Solar System, from Mercury to the distant ice giants.
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22144 min22-part Biology course83 CQ
Biochemistry allows us to understand the large biomolecules that run every living organism. Do you want to learn about nutrition? Metabolism? Medicine and general health? This is the course for you!
Biochemistry allows us to understand the large biomolecules that run every living organism. Do you want to learn about nutrition? Metabolism? Medicine and general health? This is the course for you!
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46342 min46-part Chemistry course196 CQ
Organic chemistry can be complex and difficult to learn. Professor Dave makes learning organic chemistry easy with this comprehensive course that explains the basics in a structured and linear way!
Organic chemistry can be complex and difficult to learn. Professor Dave makes learning organic chemistry easy with this comprehensive course that explains the basics in a structured and linear way!