objective of this experiment was to carry an organic synthesis; the preparation of salicylic acid from methyl salicylate. To do an organic synthesis‚ it is needed to chemically modify the molecules of another compound to end up with the desire compound. Methyl salicylate is the major constituent of wintergreen oil‚ which is why it was used in this experiment as the starting material. The new technique used in this experiment is heating under reflux. Many organic compounds‚ when heated become volatile and
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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) have become the greatest challenges to the preservation of the environment today. This group of chemicals is used in almost every sphere of life from industries‚ government institutions and domestically by both an ignorant and knowledgeable public. This paper aims to put to light examples of such compounds‚ look at the effect on the general populace and the environment and outline possible remedies to negative impacts. At the same time‚ it is important to look at
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Choi 1 Fabio Choi Ms D’addario ENG 2DE Monday April 29‚ 2013 Organic‚ the Best in the World Imagine looking at two different apples. One is a big rounded red apple. The other is smaller and less appealing. The first apple looks delicious‚ illuminating in the light. It seems to be the perfect apple to eat‚ due to its stunning appearance. A huge bite is taken out of the rich-looking apple; however‚ it lacks flavour. A bite is then taken out of the diminished apple which is filled with appetizing flavours
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WRIT 121-80305 February 3‚ 2014 The Truth about Non-Organic Foods In today’s society‚ an individual can go into the grocery store to pick up some “fresh” lettuce and garnishing’s for a salad and think that they are doing something good for both them self and for the environment. This same person will likely purchase low calorie snacks‚ sugar free desserts‚ and perhaps even Splenda and then live under the misconception
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PLAN Title: What are the advantages and disadvantages of organic farming to the Pacific Community? C: Organic Farming L: Pacific Community/Benefits D: What INTRODUCTION Context: Agriculture/Environment Subject: Organic Farming Limited Subject: Pacific Community/Benefits Issue: What are the advantages and disadvantages of organic farming to the Pacific Community? Thesis Statement: This essay will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of organic farming to the Pacific Community in terms of growers
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(i) polyploidy (8 marks) (ii) Artificial selection (4 marks) b) Explain how polyploidy arises in sexually reproducing plants. (5 marks) c) Describe how polyploidy & artificial selection will lead to formation of new species. (8 marks) SENIOR FIVE ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 1.Using suitable examples explain the following terms (a) Mechanism (b) Homolytic fission (c) Heterolytic fission (d) Electrophilic reaction (e) Nucleophilic reaction (f) Addition reaction (g) Elimination reaction (h) Substitution reaction
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Application of Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) for Display Systems: Advanced Characteristics and Possible Solutions to Challenges 1. Introduction The first organic light emitting diode (OLED)‚ which was an innovatory of electroluminescence that emits light using organic materials‚ was reported in 1987 (Tang & VanSlyke‚ 1987). OLED displays are constructed by surrounding a glass or plastic substrate with organic compounds that emit light when current passes through them (Askari‚ 2014). Continuous
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Evelyn Rosales BIO-220‚ Environmental Science March 30‚ 2014 Ms. Marcia Foil Organic Food: Good for You‚ Good for the Environment Organic food has quickly gained popularity over the years. What started as a trendy method that celebrities adopted has expanded mainstream and can be found in any thriving metropolis as well as many smaller towns and cities. Organic food refers to any type of produce or meat product that has not be treated with additional chemical preservatives when it is grown
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benefits of organic farming in the Pacific community C – Organic farming L – benefits‚ Pacific D – discuss (Argument essay) Introduction: Context – farming as a way of life Subject – organic farming Limited Subject – significant for Pacific Issue – it is essential to note the benefits Thesis – this essay will focus on the major benefits of organic farming in the Pacific community that are in relation to the environment‚ health and economy. Main Idea 1: Environmental a) Organic farming reduces
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