Isomers that differ only in the way that atoms are oriented in space, consist of geometrical and optical isomers.
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Bonding Orbital
A molecular orbit lower in energy than any of the atomic orbitals from which it is derived, lends stability to a molecule or ion when populated with electron.
End Point
The point at which an indicator changes colour and a titration is stopped.
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.
Fat
Solid triester of glycerol and (mostly) saturated fatty acids.
Carbonium ion
An orgainic ion carrying a positive charge on a carbon atom.
Neutron
A neutral subatomic particle having a mass of 1.0087 amu.
Formula Weight
The mass of one formula unit of a substance in atomic mass units.
xenon hexafluoride
A colorless, crystalline compound, XeF6, that melts at 50°C to a yellow liquid, and boils at 75°C.
Pauli Exclusion Principle
No two electrons in the same atom may have identical sets of four quantum numbers.
The most expensive metal in the world
Do you think the most expensive metal is gold? No! On earth there are more valuable metals. But we need to divide the value of metals that occur in nature, and metals - isotopes, which are obtained in special laboratories. Let’s look at natural metals first.
