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Chemical Bonding – VSEPR Theory

State the VSEPR theory and predict the shapes of PCL5 and SF6 molecules. Explain why PCl5 has two different bond lengths in the same molecule.

27/10/2024

Chemistry

12th (Science)

Organic Chemistry – Aldehydes and Ketones

Compare the nucleophilic addition reactions of aldehydes and ketones. Explain why aldehydes are generally more reactive than ketones in these reactions.

27/10/2024

Chemistry

12th (Science)

Thermodynamics – Gibbs Free Energy

Derive the relationship between Gibbs free energy, enthalpy, and entropy. Explain the significance of this relationship in determining the spontaneity of a reaction.

27/10/2024

Chemistry

12th (Science)

Solid State – Defects in Solids

Explain the differences between Schottky and Frenkel defects in ionic solids. Discuss how these defects influence the properties of solids.

27/10/2024

Chemistry

12th (Science)

Coordination Compounds – Nomenclature and Applications

What are coordination compounds? Provide IUPAC names for [Co(NH₃)₆]Cl₃ and K₄[Fe(CN)₆] and discuss their importance in biological systems.

27/10/2024

Chemistry

12th (Science)

Surface Chemistry – Colloids and Their Properties

Explain the terms coagulation and peptization. Discuss the role of colloids in everyday life, providing at least two examples.

27/10/2024

Chemistry

12th (Science)

Electrochemistry – Nernst Equation Application

State the Nernst equation. Use it to calculate the emf of a cell when the concentration of ions is not standard.

27/10/2024

Chemistry

12th (Science)

Chemical Kinetics – Rate of Reaction

Define the rate of a chemical reaction. Derive the integrated rate law for a first-order reaction and explain how its half-life is independent of initial concentration.

27/10/2024

Chemistry

12th (Science)

Semiconductors – p-n Junction Diode Characteristics

Draw and explain the V-I characteristics of a p-n junction diode in forward and reverse bias. Discuss its applications in rectifiers.

27/10/2024

Physics

12th (Science)

Nuclear Physics – Mass-Energy Equivalence

Using the concept of mass-energy equivalence, explain the working principle of nuclear fission and its applications in nuclear reactors.

27/10/2024

Physics

12th (Science)