Friday, March 27, 2015

Heat of Solution

Have you ever wondered why some salts dissolve in water to release heat while others absorb energy?

If so, you should take a look at AUS-e-TUTE's new resources on the Molar Enthalpy of Solution (or Molar Heat of Solution).

AUS-e-TUTE members should log-in to view the new tutorial, game, test, exam and homework checker under the heading Thermochemistry, and the topic heading Heat (enthalpy) of Solution.

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Thursday, March 19, 2015

Chemistry of Cement



What do the Roman Colosseum, the Roman Pantheon, a modern bridge and a modern dam all have in common?

Go to the March 2015 issue of AUS-e-NEWS to find out about the relevance of chemistry to the ancient Romans as well to modern day humans!

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