Notes and Study material for Exams
Properties of matter Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space. At a minimum, matter requires at least one subatomic particle, although most matter consists of atoms. The two properties of matter are: • Mass – amount or quantity of matter • Volume – amount of space occupiedphysical properties – inherent characteristics of … Read more
Microscope Microscope, instrument that produces enlarged images of small objects, allowing the observer an exceedingly close view of minute structures at a scale convenient for examination and analysis. Although optical microscopes are the subject of this ARTICLE, an image may also be enlarged by many other wave forms, including acoustic, X-ray, or electron … Read more
Chemical equilibrium Chemical equilibrium is a state in which the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal and the concentrations of the reactants and products remain constant. Equilibrium is a dynamic process i.e. the conversions of reactants to products and products to reactants are still going on, although there is no net change … Read more
The Dance of Molecules: Evaporation and Condensation The world around us is in constant flux, a dynamic interplay of forces and processes. One of the most fundamental and ubiquitous of these is the continuous cycle of water, driven by the seemingly simple yet profound phenomena of evaporation and condensation. These processes, often taken for granted, … Read more
The Hidden Heat: Understanding Latent Heat of Condensation The world around us is constantly in flux, with water transitioning between its liquid, solid, and gaseous states. These transformations are not merely visual changes; they involve significant energy exchanges, often hidden from our immediate perception. One such energy exchange, crucial to weather patterns, climate dynamics, and … Read more