The first step to ranking acids and bases without Ka/pKa values is to understand the 3 common definitions of acids and bases. This video helps you understand, rather than just memorize, the Arrhenius, Bronsted-Lowry, and Lewis Definitions.
But that's just the start, this video also shows you how to compare any 2 conjugates to determine if it's an acid or base, especially for amphiprotic molecules which may appear ambiguous at first.
(click HERE to watch this video on YouTube. Video transcript HERE)
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Here in 2021, these videos are so helpful. Thank you so much
Who noticed the word base turned into the word blue?
I think the concept of Arrhenios is somewhat different from what you mentioned in the video.
Ammonia, for example, gives ion hydroxide in water but is not a base according to the concept of Errhenius.
Thank you for this website!!! I was worried about taking this course, but you’re website makes me feel more confident about the future.
You’re welcome, Taylor! I’m glad to hear this is helping you!
This is a great website, 10/10. You will be the reason I pass my organic chemistry final!!! So appreciative!! 🙂
Glad to help. Good luck on your final Caitlin
great videos. An Orgo 1 study group partner mentioned a Orgo 1 review video but I cant find it can you send me a link?
Brian: Email me
You are awesome. Thanks for making the concept so simple! You rock!
Thanks Margaery glad to help. Are you studying general or organic chemistry?
i was studying of the ACS ochem final guide and the explanations were not making sense. Thank you for clearing it up.
glad to help. Good luck on your final Isaac
Oh this great. I just watched the first video, and it really clears up the three types of acid/base definitions and presents them in a way the mind can easily find the information for recall in the future.
Thank you for the feedback Armando. I’m glad you found this helpful because these concepts (not names, just logic behind it) will come up a LOT in the Orgo 2 upcoming reactions