Precision and Accuracy When we investigate the quality of an experimental decision or calculation we take into account two major principles: The first principle, which deals with the reproducibility of our calculations, is called precision. The second principle called accuracy Read more…
Molecular Shapes and VSEPR Theory When atoms bond together in a compound they do so by maximizing the distance between their bonding electrons. Together these bonding atoms form a Lewis Dot Structure and 2 different geometries can be used to Read more…
Molecular and Electron Geometry The shape of a chemical compound is essential in understanding its polarity and by extension its intermolecular forces. For now let’s review the key differences and similarities that exist with the molecular geometry and electron geometry Read more…
Everyone learns in a different way, and some people are learn better when they can visualize the steps or when someone is walking you through them. These are a few things that’ll help you remember things better. 1. Color code Read more…
Maybe the problem isn’t that we are bad at learning. Maybe chemistry is just too hard. Maybe everyone has the same problems. Chemistry relies on math via GIPHY Chemistry needs algebra, geometry and even some calculus. If math wasn’t your Read more…
Are you scared that you might not pass? You might not be alone, there is a historic failure rate of 21.7% (2000-2012). Only 25% of the students who fail will ever pass the course [1]. These are the main reasons Read more…
Bad grades happen to all of us, but there are different reasons all of us might have. Here are the 3 common reasons students get bad grades 1. Textbook is hard to understand via GIPHY This is the most common Read more…
Periodic Properties of the Elements The atom represents the smallest indivisible part of matter, but its scientific foundations and theories are as expansive as a galaxy. Within a given atom we have our subatomic particles and the smallest ones called Read more…
Understanding Solubility The solubility of a compound represents the maximum amount of solute that can dissolve in a given solvent. Soluble means that the compound is aqueous, breaks up into ions and can be classified as an electrolyte because it Read more…
Meet Clutch Prep’s 2018 Engineering Scholarship recipient, Alec Jobbins! He’s a third-year Engineering student at Berkley College and we want to share his story with you!