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States of matter and intermolecular forces

Lessons

States of matter

Introduction to intermolecular forces

Mixtures and solutions

Lessons

States of matter Introduction to intermolecular forces Mixtures and solutions

Practice

States of matter

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States of matter

States of matter follow-up

Specific heat and latent heat of fusion and vaporization

Specific heat, heat of fusion and vaporization example

Chilling water problem

Change of state example

Introduction to intermolecular forces

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Van der Waals forces

Solubility and intermolecular forces

Surface tension

Capillary action and why we see a meniscus

Boiling points of organic compounds

Boiling point comparison: AP Chemistry multiple choice

Solubility of organic compounds

2015 AP Chemistry free response 2f

Mixtures and solutions

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Suspensions, colloids and solutions

Boiling point elevation and freezing point depression

Practice

Molarity calculations

4 questions

Practice

About this unit

Have you ever wondered how some insects are able to "skate" on the surface of water? We will learn about how intermolecular forces make this possible. We will also cover liquids, solids, mixtures, and phase changes.