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1. Intro to General Chemistry3h 48m
2. Atoms & Elements4h 16m
3. Chemical Reactions4h 10m
4. BONUS: Lab Techniques and Procedures1h 38m
5. BONUS: Mathematical Operations and Functions48m
6. Chemical Quantities & Aqueous Reactions3h 53m
7. Gases3h 49m
8. Thermochemistry2h 37m
9. Quantum Mechanics2h 58m
10. Periodic Properties of the Elements3h 9m
11. Bonding & Molecular Structure3h 29m
12. Molecular Shapes & Valence Bond Theory1h 57m
13. Liquids, Solids & Intermolecular Forces2h 23m
14. Solutions3h 1m
15. Chemical Kinetics2h 53m
16. Chemical Equilibrium2h 29m
17. Acid and Base Equilibrium5h 1m
18. Aqueous Equilibrium4h 47m
19. Chemical Thermodynamics1h 50m
20. Electrochemistry2h 42m
21. Nuclear Chemistry2h 36m
22. Organic Chemistry5h 7m
23. Chemistry of the Nonmetals2h 39m
24. Transition Metals and Coordination Compounds3h 16m

2. Atoms & Elements

Atomic Theory

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2. Atoms & Elements

Atomic Theory

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How does the popular use of the word 'theory' differ from its use in science?

In popular use, a theory is an observation, while in science, it is a random idea.

In popular use, a theory is a proven fact, while in science, it is a hypothesis that needs testing.

In popular use, a theory is a guess or speculation, while in science, it is a well-substantiated explanation based on evidence.

In popular use, a theory is a law, while in science, it is a prediction.

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Understand the difference between the popular and scientific use of the term 'theory'.

In popular use, the term 'theory' often refers to a guess or speculation without substantial evidence.

In scientific terms, a 'theory' is a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world, based on a body of evidence and repeated testing.

Recognize that scientific theories are developed through rigorous testing and validation, and are supported by a significant amount of empirical data.

Differentiate between a scientific theory and other scientific terms such as 'hypothesis' (a testable prediction) and 'law' (a statement based on repeated experimental observations).