Chemistry is the science of change. But why do chemical reactions take place? Why do chemicals react with each other? The answer is in thermodynamics and kinetics. These two are arguably the most important concepts to grasp in chemistry. But sometimes, even after several years of basic chemistry education, it is not easy to form… [Read More]
The Best Chemistry Books for Self-Study in 2023
I’m sure everyone has had those moments when they aren’t getting what they need from their teachers or syllabi. There comes a time in everyone’s life where self-learning is important. Typically, I’ve found that it’s more useful to self-learn because you’re already interested in the concepts. That’s a perfect situation in which having one of… [Read More]
The Swern Oxidation: Mechanism and Features
What is the Swern Oxidation? What can you do with this reaction? What is the mechanism of the Swern oxidation? How do you actually run this reaction in the lab and what are their most relevant practical features? These are some of the questions that I will try to answer in this guide, as someone… [Read More]
A Journey into Substitution Reactions by Crash Course
Note from Chemistry Hall: Today I would like to share with you a recommendation of a YouTube channel. This is how the people at ‘Crash Course’ tackle organic chemistry teaching by using videos. I checked a couple of videos and they explain important concepts in a clear and conversational manner. If you are learning organic… [Read More]
Neurotoxin vs. Cytotoxin: The Difference between Spider Venoms
Spiders are not aggressive creatures. Believe it or not, they are as afraid of human beings as we are to them. However, there are instances when they can cause nuisances in the household, interfering with our daily activities. They might start to cause stress and pain. The only time that spiders show their aggressive nature… [Read More]
The Best Electrochemistry Book [2023 Review Guide]
Electrochemistry is a branch of physical chemistry (we have previously analyzed the best general books for physical chemistry), which is important enough that it deserves especial attention. It studies the movement of chemical charges, electrons, anions, cations, both in solution or at the surface of electrodes. To study electrochemistry, you must have a basic understanding… [Read More]
What Is The Best Biochemistry Textbook In 2023?
Chemistry is oftentimes called the central science because of how it can act as meeting point for other fields of science. A perfect example is how chemistry can merge with biology. In this review article, we want to help you find the best biochemistry textbook for your need. Any of these texts will allow you… [Read More]
What Is the Color of Oxygen: Properties and Exciting Facts
What is the color of oxygen? Why we, including all forms of life, cannot live without it? What is so special about this element? You may have asked these questions yourself – and so have many others. Indeed, oxygen is one of the most abundant chemical elements on the planet, and it has been baffling… [Read More]
5 Ways To Get Better At Science Communication In The 2020s
When I was working as a scientist, I realised that there was great disparity between the information you could find in peer reviewed journals, compared to the information you can find in public. But the thing is, scientists like you and me are just like anybody else. We still use google and social media, except… [Read More]
The Best Science Experiment Kits for Adults in 2023
Maybe you are starting to get interested in science. This can be a great hobby in your life. Or maybe you’ve been into science experiments for quite a while now. If that’s the case, you probably are familiar with how great this is. Getting into the realm of science is really fulfilling because it requires… [Read More]
What Is The Future Of Digitalization In The Chemical Industry?
Digitalization in the chemical industry is typically in response to market challenges, particularly when it comes to demand and competition. It’s generally geared towards improving the chemical companies’ competitiveness in business areas from operations and R&D to customer relations. We have previously covered in another post how we think AI and machine learning are changing… [Read More]
What Is the Difference Between Organic and Inorganic Compounds?
Wherever we look around, you can see both inorganic and organic compounds. When we go to supermarket, we see different items; some are organic and others are inorganic. What is the difference between organic and inorganic compounds? Well, the chemical difference is not the one you hear on the news which distinguishes “organic” vegetables from… [Read More]