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Elements, compounds and reactions: what things are made of, how they behave, and the everyday uses of the whole periodic table.

Chemistry

Enzymatic Browning

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Enzymatic browning is a chemical process that renders food a stale brown color, and spoils the quality of the food. Read this article to know the details about this chemical reaction.

Organic Compounds - Examples

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Organic compounds are found all around us as they form the basis of many products that we use today. Read this ScienceStruck article to learn more about these compounds, and to see a brief list of the examples.

Phosphorus Uses

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Of the several uses of phosphorus, its use to make safety matches is perhaps the most familiar for the layman. However, one has to take a note of the fact that this chemical element is necessary for the smooth functioning of the human body and also, for plant growth.

Titration of Sulfuric Acid and Sodium Hydroxide

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One of the most basic experiments taught to everyone in school, the titration between an acid and a base helps us to calculate the concentration of a solution, whose volume is known. This ScienceStruck article provides you with a step-by-step procedure of this experiment along with proper inferences.

Copper Sulfate Uses

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Read this article to gain more information about the uses and applications of the compound called copper sulfate.

Dangers of Mixing Bleach and Ammonia

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Mixing ammonia and bleach together, is an absolutely bad idea, as it can be hazardous to health and is therefore, not at all recommended. To know why, read this article.

Formic Acid - Strong or Weak

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This article provides information about the properties of formic acid and deciphers the facts of whether is it a strong or weak acid. Read the following paragraphs to gain more information about this acid.

Chemistry Reference Table

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This article provides various reference tables, which are useful for performing chemical experiments and solving related problems.

Alum Crystal Facts

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Alum, which is used by many of us, has various interesting facts associated with it. To know more read this article, which focuses on facts and also explains the procedure for growing crystals of alum.

Who Discovered Magnesium? Let’s Find Out

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Magnesium is a silvery-white alkaline metal, that cannot be found in its uncombined form. It is always found combined with another element, and needs to be isolated for further use.

Aluminum Melting Point

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The melting point of aluminum is 660.37 degrees when measured in Celsius and 1220.666 degrees in Fahrenheit. Read on to understand more on aluminum melting temperature and some amazing facts about aluminum metal.

Arsenic Uses

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We all know that arsenic is a very potent poison, but there are some other uses of arsenic. Read this article to know more about arsenic uses.

Uses of Aluminum

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Aluminum has widespread applications in various domains, like construction, packaging, transportation, etc., due to its unique properties. This ScienceStruck article sheds light on some of the uses and properties of this metal.

Uses of Oxygen

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Oxygen, the most widely occurring element on the Earth, is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas. It is an active, life-sustaining component of the atmosphere, constituting nearly 21% of volume of the air we breathe. Apart from respiration, there are numerous uses of oxygen, like medical uses, industrial uses, etc. Here’s an in-depth look at its many benefits.

Density of Ethanol

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The density of ethanol, to a great extent, depends on the temperature and pressure of the surroundings. Changes in the temperature and surroundings result in change in the volume of this liquid, which, in turn, results in change in its density.

Iron: Uses of Iron

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These days, the uses of iron are much more as compared to the past. In this article, you are going to get relevant information related to different uses of iron...

The Fascinating Uses of Titanium in Everyday Life

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The considerably lengthy list of titanium uses shows why it is one of the most sought-after metals in various industries. Right from jewelry making and medical equipment production to aviation and marine engineering, titanium is used everywhere.

Facts about Antimony

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Most people may have never heard about the element named antimony. This ScienceStruck article provides you with a detailed account of all the facts associated with this element, which will provide you with the required knowledge.

Why is ATP an Important Molecule in Metabolism

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ATP is the one molecule that powers plants, animals, and every cell within them. This incredible source incessantly drives every thought and action of ours -- every second of the day! Join us as we unravel more on ATP in this article.

Glue Ingredients

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Even though we use glue extensively, most of us must overlook the ingredients that give glue its sticky character. Glad you gave it a thought! This Sciencestruck tells you about its ingredients and how it is made.

Melting Point of Steel

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If you are trying to find out what the melting point of steel is, you have come to the right page. Read on to know more about this topic.

Melting Point of Copper

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Copper is a reddish-brown colored metal used for a number of purposes. If you are searching for some information on melting point of copper, then read the following article.

An Overview of the Common Uses of the Element Mercury

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Owing to the increased awareness about mercury toxicity, its uses have considerably declined in the recent years. Nonetheless, this element is still used in various ways and means in industries. This ScienceStruck article lists some important uses of mercury.

Who Discovered Iron?

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Iron has been mined and used since 3000 BC, but who actually discovered it is something that is still unknown. Many theories have been speculated on, but none of them can be accurately validated.

Mercury Element Facts

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Mercury is a metal that has been around for many centuries. Here we shall learn about some distinct facts about the metal.

Mild Steel Properties

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This article is aimed at explaining what mild steel is and presenting some of the most important facts related to it. Know various mild steel properties and understand the role it plays in manufacturing of metal items worldwide.

The Complete Periodic Table With Charges

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The periodic table with charges will help you get a simplified representation of all elements and their respective charges, when they are in the ionic state. This periodic table article gives an insight about determining the charge of an element. Read on...

Labeled Periodic Table of Elements with Names

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A labeled periodic table of elements with names, will help you to know the different elements and understand their placement in the periodic table. Read on to know more about the periodic table and its elements...

The Various Industrial and Medicinal Uses of Sulfur

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Sulfur is abundant in original form and it is very essential. The innumerable uses of sulfur make it an important and valuable element. It is used for many purposes such as fertilizers, medicals, insecticides, and vulcanization.

Periodic Table with Atomic Mass

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The periodic table provides us with a comprehensive view of the various elements. Along with atomic mass and atomic number values, this table helps us to understand the various properties, abbreviations, and names of all the elements present in nature. The following article will help you to gain more information about the same.

Composition of Air

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The composition of the atmosphere air comprises four major gases, namely nitrogen, oxygen, argon, and carbon dioxide. Other substances are present in a very small amount, and hence, they are collectively known as trace components. Read this article to get more information about this subject.