Ionic theory

To account for the phenomena of electrolysis the Ionic Theory was put forward by Arrhenius in 1880. The theory states […]

Balancing by Ion Electron or Half Reaction Method

We are familiar with the balancing of chemical equations by inspection method. However, inspection method may not be useful for […]

Classical Concept of Oxidation and Reduction

In our daily life we come across processes like rusting of iron articles, fading of the colour of the clothes, […]

Periodic trends in physical properties

PERIODIC TRENDS IN PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Most of the properties of the elements such as atomic volume, atomic size, ionization enthalpy, […]

Periodicity

PERIODICITY THE NEED FOR CLASSIFICATION OF ELEMENTS Before the beginning of eighteenth century, only a very few elements were known […]

Mole concept

Since it is not possible to calculate the weight of particles individually, a collection of such particles called mole is […]

Mass and volume relationship

Mole concept is arguably the broadest topic in chemistry, as it cuts across every other branch of chemistry, as far […]

Solubility curve

Solubility curve: The solubility of a given solute in water, as done above, can be determined at many different temperatures, […]

Solubility – Solute, Solvent, Solution

Definition of Terms Solute This is a substance that dissolves in a solvent to form a solution. It can be […]

Water Pollution

Water Pollution   Based on source of pollution, the following types of water pollution are recognised Water pollution due to […]