Propan-1-ol and propan-2-ol are both alcohols that share the same general chemical formula (C3H8O), so what is the difference between them exactly? It all comes down to their atomic arrangement and how the hydroxyl group is positioned. In a nutshell, the difference between propan-1-ol and propan-2-ol is the position of their respective hydroxyl (-OH) groups. Propan-1-ol has an –OH [...]
Sodium thiosulphate (Na2S2O3) is considered one of the most important medicines in the health system because of its ability to treat rare diseases, like pityriasis versicolour, calciphylaxis and, most famously, cyanide poisoning. Cyanide poisoning is very rare yet very sinister. It works by depriving cells of oxygen which leads to the death of critical cells. The properties of sodium thiosulphate [...]
Sodium thiosulphate (Na2S2O3) is an inorganic salt compound that is chiefly used as an antidote for cyanide poisoning. Recognised as one of the most important medicines in the health system, it has several medical uses and a range of interesting properties. Properties Also known as sodium hyposulfite or simply as hypo, this compound appears in two forms: anhydrous and [...]
When hydrochloric acid (HCl) and sodium thiosulphate (Na2S2O3) are combined, an interesting reaction takes place and the colourless solution turns opaque. But why does this happen, and how can we use this opacity to determine the rate of reaction? The Reactants The chemicals used in this experiment are both extremely important in their own areas. In case you missed our previous [...]
