The energy equivalent (E = mc^2) of the mass deficiency of an atom. where: E = is the energy in joules, m is the mass in kilograms, and c is the speed of light in m/s^2
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Dilution
Process of reducing the concentration of a solute in solution, usually simply by mixing with more solvent.
Natural Radioactivity
Spontaneous decomposition of an atom.
Free Radical
A highly reactive chemical species carrying no charge and having a single unpaired electron in an orbital.
Calorimeter
A device used to measure the heat transfer between system and surroundings.
Emulsifying Agent
A sustance that coats the particles of the dispersed phase and prevents coagulation of colloidal particles, an emulsifier.
Acid Anhydride
Compound produced by dehydration of a carbonic acid. General formula is R--C--O--C--R. Chemical compound that reacts with water to form an acid and are usually oxides of nonmetallic elements.
Boiling Point
The temperature at which the vapor pressure of a liquid is equal to the applied pressure, also the condensation point
Inner Orbital Complex
Valence bond designation for a complex in which the metal ion utilizes d orbitals for one shell inside the outermost occupied shell in its hybridization.
xylan
The pentosan occurring in woody tissue that hydrolyzes to xylose: used as a source of furfural.
Electrical Conductivity
Ability to conduct electricity.
