Electrolytic cell for the commercial electrolysis of molten sodium chloride. For further information see Electrochemistry or Fuel Cells.
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The most expensive metal in the world
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Varieties of garnet minerals
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Aryl Group
Group of atoms remaining after a hydrogen atom is removed from the aromatic system.
Specific Heat
The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of substance one degree Celsius.
Emulsion
Colloidal suspension of a liquid in a liquid.
Explosive limits
The range of concentrations over which a flammable vapour mixed with proper ratios of air will ignite or explode if a source of ignitions is provided.
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Ketone
Compound in which a carbonyl group is bound to two alkyl or two aryl groups, or to one alkyl and one aryl group.
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Reaction Stoichiometry
Description of the quantitative relationships among substances as they participate in chemical reactions.
Strong Electrolyte
A substance that conducts electricity well in a dilute aqueous solution.
Natural Radioactivity
Spontaneous decomposition of an atom.
