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The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) is an international organization that represents chemists in individual countries. It governs everything to do with…

Definition – “Azurmalachite”, also known as ‘Azurite Malachite’ is a combination of two distinct and well-known gemstones: the deep and rich blues of ‘Azurite’ (Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2)…

Isotope electrochemistry is a field within electrochemistry concerned with various topics like electrochemical separation of isotopes, electrochemical estimation of isotopic exchange equilibrium constants, electrochemical kinetic…

Definition – “Aventurine”, also spelled Avanturine, is a form of quartz, characterized by its translucency and the presence of platy mineral inclusions that give a…

The atoms of a chemical element can exist in different types. These are called isotopes. They have the same number of protons (and electrons), but…

An isomer in chemistry is a chemical that has the same molecular formula as another, but it has a different arrangement of atoms in space.…

An ionic bond is the electrostatic forces of attraction between a non-metal and a metal ion in a giant ionic crystal lattice. It is a…

Ion channels are pore-forming proteins that help to establish and control the small voltage gradient across the plasma membrane of all living cells by allowing…

Definition – Hornblende is a complex inosilicate series of minerals (ferrohornblende -magnesiohornblende), which is found in many types of igneous and metamorphic rocks. The word…

The Moeraki Boulders are a group of large spherical “stones” on Koekohe Beach near Moeraki on New Zealand’s Otago coast between Moeraki and Hampden. They…

Immunoglobulins are large Y-shaped proteins that can stick to the surface of bacteria and viruses. They are found in the blood or other body fluids…

“Teotihuacan” /teɪˌoʊtiːwəˈkɑːn/ (Spanish: Teotihuacán) (Spanish pronunciation: teotiwa’kan), is an ancient Mesoamerican city located 30 miles (50 km) northeast of modern-day Mexico City. It was massive,…