Phenolic resins, the oldest synthetic polymer, are produced by reacting phenols with aldehydes, primarily phenol and formaldehyde. This process was invented in 1907 and has since been crucial in manufacturing durable molded parts. Phenols, aromatic compounds with unique properties, play a key role i

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Industrial production of acetone and butanol from corn involves a process reported by Beesch in 1953, which includes steps like using specific Clostridium species for fermentation, inoculum preparation, and recovery through distillation. The method has been essential for producing acetone and butano

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Photochemistry plays a crucial role in various chemical reactions and everyday applications. Benzophenone undergoes a photochemical reduction in isopropanol under sunlight, leading to the formation of benzopinacol and acetone. This reaction involves the excitation of electrons, formation of radicals

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Highly sensitive acetone gas sensors based on ZnO nanostructures are crucial for various applications. This project aims to develop a ppb-level acetone gas sensor using ZnO nanoplatelets at room temperature with the assistance of UV light irradiation. The research will focus on improving sensor perf

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Chromatography, discovered by Russian botanist Tsvett, has diverse applications like identifying compounds, monitoring reactions, and optimizing solvents. Stationary phases such as silica and alumina, along with mobile phases like ethanol and acetone, play crucial roles in separation based on polari

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Organic chemistry students learn about the Aldol condensation reaction involving ketones and aldehydes. The experiment involves the reaction of acetone with benzaldehyde catalyzed by sodium hydroxide to form a trans, trans-isomer. The reaction is illustrated step by step, from the formation of the e

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This laboratory exercise focuses on determining the percentage of oxygen in air through room volume measurement, sample weight analysis, and chemical reaction calculations. The background information covers the importance of oxygen, historical discoveries, combustion reactions, and the debunking of

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