[Chemistry Tips] Into the molecular world

Hi student,

The first chemistry instinct you need to have is to think chemistry at the molecular level.

Chemistry is mostly invisible and must be imagined. Foremost, thinking chemistry at the molecular level is the No.1 key to unlock your passage to the chemistry world. Chemists operate in two worlds - macroscopic and microscopic. The macroscopic world is what we can see, feel, and touch - what non-chemists called the "real world".

To "see" chemistry, you need to build a microscopic instinct - be able to visualize matter molecularly. By learning to envision things microscopically, you add a whole new degree of appreciation to the world around you.

Here is a simple example. When someone mentions water, rather than thinking of a raindrop or a blue sea, you should first picture H2O; an oxygen atom bonded to two hydrogen atoms - the building blocks of water.

With this mindset you will look at things around you in a whole new way. Next time you look at a food label, think about the ingredients by their molecular formulas and structures. What is the structure of alcohol or caffeine? Why is vinegar a magic household cleaner? Start asking yourself questions chemically.

Now you are thinking like a chemist! That wasn't so hard, but don't stop here! Remember to scale your thinking to the: Molecular level.

I will share with you the chemistry instinct #2 tomorrow.

Until next time, student, keep it up!

Committed to Your Success
Wayne Huang, PhD
"The Rapid Learning Coach"
ChemTips@RapidLearningCenter.com

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