An orbit resulting from overlap and mixing of atomic orbitals on different atoms. An MO belongs to the molecule as a whole.
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From history we know that the idea of creating crystal belongs to the British: they were the first to add lead oxides to the charge material, and as a result got glass with unusual “voice”, transparency and sparkling faces. Classical crystal contains 24% of lead oxide, but there are products with a higher content of up to 30%.
Activity Series
A listing of metals (and hydrogen) in order of decreasing activity.
Domain
A cluster of atoms in a ferromagnetic substance, all of which align in the same direction in the presence of an external magnetic field.
Alkynes
Unsaturated hydrocarbons that contain one or more carbon-carbon triple bonds.
Nonelectrolyte
A substance whose aqueous solutions do not conduct electricity.
Basic Salt
A salt containing an ionizable OH group.
Ternary Compound
A compound consisting of three elements, may be ionic or covalent.
Dermal toxicity
Adverse health effects resulting from skin exposure ot a substance.
Molecule
The smallest particle of an element or compound capable of a stable, independent existence.
