Group IIA metals
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Electroplating
Plating a metal onto a (cathodic) surface by electrolysis.
Rate-law Expression
Equation relating the rate of a reaction to the concentrations of the reactants and the specific rate of the constant.
Disproportionation Reactions
Redox reactions in which the oxidizing agent and the reducing agent are the same species.
xylidine
Any of six isomeric compounds that have the formula C8H11N, are derivatives of xylene, and resemble aniline: used in dye manufacture.
Avogadro's Number
The number (6.022x10^23) of atoms, molecules or particles found in exactly 1 mole of substance.
Percent by Mass
100% times the actual yield divided by theoretical yield.
Dispersing Medium
The solvent-like phase in a colloid.
Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP)
A written program developed and implemented by an employer designating proceedures, equipment, personal protective equipment, and work practices that are capable of protecting employees from the health hazards presented by hazardous chemicals usid in that particular workplace.
Chemical Safety
People use chemicals every day for a wide array of purposes, which can include work and house hold duties. Many of us fail to realize that we are actually handling potentially deadly chemicals when we simply clean the bathroom or wash the car.
This brings to mind the reason why chemical safety is so important and why you should always use the chemicals that you own for their intended purpose only. Otherwise, the repercussions could be disastrous to say the least. There are specific things that you and those around you should do when handling, storing or using chemicals in nearly every form.
Oxidation
An algebraic increase in the oxidation number, may correspond to a loss of electrons.
