A term used to describe molecules and polyatomic ions that have one atom in the center and six atoms at the corners of a octahedron.
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Standard Electrode Potential
By convention, potential, Eo, of a half-reaction as a reduction relative to the standard hydrogen electrode when all species are present at unit activity.
Background Radiation
Ratiation extraneous to an experiment. Usually the low-level natural radiation form cosmic rays and trace radioactive substances present in our environment.
Endothermic
Describes processes that absorb heat energy.
Breeder Reactor
A nuclear reactor that produces more fissionable nuclear fuel than it consumes.
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Diamonds are still a girl's best friend, right? We love the shiny gems. They are the most popular rocks sold today. But what exactly are they, anyway? Where do they come from? What else are they used for?
Ester
A Compound of the general formula R-C-O-R1 where R and R1 may be the same or different, and may be either aliphatic or aromatic.
Accuracy
How closely a measured value agrees with the correct value.
Dosimeter
A small, calibrated electroscope worn by laboratory personnel and designated to detect and measure incident ionizing radiation or chemical exposure.
Heat Capacity
The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of a body (of any mass) one degree Celsius.
Rate-determining Step
The slowest step in a mechanism, the step that determines the overall rate of reaction.
