Articles related to "Hydrocarbons"



Quantum Simulation of Alkanes and Proteins
This piece discusses different types of quantum calculations used to study small biological molecules, namely alkanes and proteins.
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Mazda Millenia Fails Inspection
A rather lengthy missive about a 1995 Mazda Millenia that has high NOx and hydrocarbon emissions. And look for an interesting use for a banana...
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Pollution Destroys Floral Scents
The decline in populations of bees and other flying pollinators in the US and Europe may be due to air pollution destroying the perfumes of flowering plants.
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George Andrew Olah - Carbocations and Chemistry
George A Olah has dedicated his life to organic chemistry. Currently, Distinguished Professor and Loker Chair in Organic Chemistry at USC Los Angeles, he received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1994 for his work in carbocation chemistry.
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Oracle at Delphi
In Ancient Greece, the Oracle of Delphi was an important part of life. She would administer mysterious prophecies, presumably under the influence of toxic gases.
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Researchers Uncover Manson Graves
Researchers have recently found evidence pointing to at least two unmarked graves in the area surrounding one of the Manson's family's ranches and are now looking to dig.
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Simulating Biological Building Blocks
This article discusses simulation methods used in the study of chemical systems with biological importance.
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Zeolites – Chemicals for Cleaning
With applications in laundry detergents, nuclear power and hydrogen-powered vehicles, zeolites are chemicals of the future in the present
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Grilled Food and PAHs
Even with the bad news about what may be in our favorite grilled foods, there are ways to minimize the damage done by the harmful substances referred to as PAHs.
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How to Repair Blacktop Driveways
Blacktop driveways are not concrete driveways. Because of this, they endure the elements differently. At some point, the need arises for a blacktop repair job.
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What is Organic Chemistry?
Hydrocarbons, Benzene, Alcohol, Plastic, Amines are all organic, carbon-containing chemicals.
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Properties of Oxygen and Ozone
The most abundant element in the earth's crust and essential for respiration, Oxygen also gives us the ozone layer to protect us from UV and is a Greenhouse gas
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Alberta Tar Sands
This article explores the less recognized costs of extracting oil in northern Alberta, from water pollution to increases in cancer and other diseases.
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