What Are Orbitals in Chemistry?

What Are Orbitals in Chemistry?If you've ever wondered what orbitals are, or why you would want to learn about them, then you're not alone. Even the most educated of scientists often have a hard time grasping the basic concepts of what orbitals are and how they work.It's easy to understand that an orbital is a unit of chemical solution. What is less clear is how it works and why it is important.The most important property of the orbitals is that it serves as a unit for measuring the concentration of any compound. This is what sets it apart from other chemical compounds. In the realm of organic chemistry, for example, it isn't much of a problem to measure the concentration of a substance based on the density and the volume. On the other hand, for materials with an ionic charge, it is critical to know the composition of the compound itself.Moreover, there are compounds that are highly reactive, and that can be very difficult to deal with for organic chemists since these compounds tend to have complex chemical bonds. It is these kinds of problems that orbitals come in handy, since their size allows for constant and accurate measurements.There are many different kinds of orbitals, and a big chunk of them can be found in common chemistry textbooks. In fact, there are more than 50 orbital types!The most common kind of orbitals is the ionic type and is found in almost all organic chemistry textbooks. What this type of orbitals are, however, is that they are a way to connect two charged molecules together. They are also sometimes called covalent rings, or bridging rings.These are the most common molecular orbital types, and they are also what you'll find in textbooks. It is worth noting, however, that there are many more compound oriented variations of orbitals, and most chemistry students will find it easier to study compounds as opposed to the simplest of them.

Test Taking Tips for High School Students

Test Taking Tips for High School Students Test Taking Tips for High School Students If your teen struggles with test taking, he or she isnt alone. For many students, tests are highly stressful, causing fear for even those who study diligently in advance. Luckily, there are a number of test taking strategies and tips that will help your teen boost his or her chances for exam success, whether taking a standardized exam or a pop quiz in English class. Adopt a positive and realistic outlook. Before your teen ever cracks a book to study, be sure you explain this: no test is a completely accurate measure of a students knowledge and no test is worth excessive anxiety. Remind your teen frequentlyand especially before a test daythat all you and the teacher expect is sincere effort, not perfection. Putting things into perspective will help ease those worries and allow your teen to simply demonstrate his or her knowledge. Adopt a few go-to stress management techniques. Teens who experience test anxiety should arm themselves with a few trusted relaxation practices and stress busters. For many students, taking a few moments to close their eyes and think and visualize positive things works wonders. For others, stretching and deep breathing can slow down a racing heart and bring oxygen into the blood flow, creating a calming effect. Talk with your teens teacher about effective techniques to calm oneself and stay focused and optimistic during a test. Jot down the cant forgets right away. When beginning a test, your teen should take a minute to write down (on a piece of scrap paper, if provided, or in the margin of the exam) any formulas, key facts or other important information that he or she might need to refer to during the test. Calculate a time budget. Encourage your teen at the start of the test to perform a quick calculation on how much time to spend on each question. If given 60 minutes to complete a test with 45 multiple choice questions, your teen should average around one minute 20 seconds per question. So, this means your teen must pace him or herself and check the clock a few times throughout the exam. Managing ones time well is an essential part of being a good test taker. Save the hardest for last. Every exam will have a few brain busters that trip up your teen, and getting hung up on these mid-exam can cause unneeded anxiety. Instead of spinning the wheels on a challenging question for more than your teens budgeted time, encourage him or her to skip and circle such problems. Your teen can revisit those questions at the end of the examas long as he or she leaves sufficient time to work on them. Leave some review time. Ideally, your teen will be able to go over the exam one final time before the test ends to review all answers and re-read any confusing questions where your teen wasnt certain about the answer. At that time, your teen should also review the test for any glaring errors such as leaving their name off the test or any unanswered questions. Test taking isnt easy for many students, but there are few signs to watch for that may indicate your teen has more than a case of pre-exam nerves: Consistently panics about exams and studying for them. Studies for long periods of time, but exam scores dont reflect the effort. Consistently underperforms on exams for which the student studied or claims to have studied. Whether your teen struggles on tests occasionally or always, or would simply like help becoming a better test taker (and better at preparing for tests), Huntington can help. Our highly trained tutors can work with your teen to develop the confidence and test taking skills and strategies he or she needs to make high schooland collegea success.

Asking Difficult Questions English Listening Exercise

Asking Difficult Questions English Listening Exercise I love this animated clip, in which a young boy with a form of autism asks his mother some very difficult questions, so I turned it into a listening exercise.I really appreciate Sarah, the mother, and the way she answers her sons questions. Also, there are some interesting English expressions and idioms in this listening exercise. It is easier than many of our listening exercises because there are subtitles, but I think that writing and creating your own sentences using some of English idioms and expressions will add some challenge. Also, please do the writing exercise for a bit of English writing practice. As always Ill correct your answers if you post them in the comments area.1. Cockroach is the insect we ______ to _______. 2. Can you use the above expression in your own sentence? 3. What is blushing? 4. Have you ever thought you couldnt _____ with having a child? 5. What is a phrasal verb synonym for the word that goes in the gap above? 6. ______ friendly comes easily to Amy. 7. Comes easily Can you use this expression in a sentence of your own? 8. I had to learn to _____ out of the ______. 9. What does the above phrase mean?Writing exercise: Answer at least 4 of the questions that Joshua asks his mom. What do you think about honesty and speaking with your children? Have your children ever asked you a really difficult question? or Did you ever ask your parents difficult questions? How did you or your parents respond? Ilka 1. Cockroach is the insect we love to hate. 2. Can you use the above expression in your own sentence? Cockroach is an insect we really hate. 3. What is blushing? To get shy. 4. Have you ever thought you couldn’t ??? for with having a child? 5. What is a phrasal verb synonym for the word that goes in the gap above? 6. Being friendly comes easily to Amy. 7. ‘Comes easily’ Can you use this expression in a sentence of your own? It comes easily for that boy to make new friends, because he is outgoing. 8. I had to learn to think out of th e box. 9. What does the above phrase mean? That the mother hat to learn to think differently from what is usual.Writing exercise answers to at least four of Joshuas questions:1) From a scale of one to ten do you think your life would be different without that animals? Yes, all animals are important in nature.2) Have you ever felt like life is hopeless? No, not sad that much.3)Do you have any mortal enemies? No, I dont think so;4) Have you ever lied to me? Its not good to lie, but sometimes its necessary, like in some occasions when children get sick;5) Did I turn out to be the son you wanted when I was born? I still dont have children, but surely when they come, they will exceed my expectations.Its important to be honest when talking to children, but its also important to have in mind that they dont see the world the way we do, in order not to hurt them or to take their dreams away. I dont live nor work with children, so I still dont have experiences with these kind of questions L OIEnglish IlkaGood. The answer to question #4 is COPE. The answer to question #5 is: deal with. Thanks for answering! albatain Cockroach is the insect we love to hate.Getting Dirty as a child is one of these things we love to hate.being ashamed!Have you ever thought you couldnt cope with having a child?overcome!Being friendly comes easily to Amy.When you practice English everyday, speaking English comes easily to you to sound naturally.I had to learn to think out of the box.thinking in different way, being creative,,,I think we should be honest with a child especially, when we have a specific topic to talk about.But I believe also you should be able to protect your child from something which could hurt him or his feeling even though you would lie to him.I dont have a children, so no !!!Yeah, sometimes as a kid I had some these strange queries about live, ghosts etc,,, and I was curious to know everything around meto be honest, most likely I think they just lied to me ?? LOIEnglis h Albatain,Good work. Your answers are all correct. You have some grammar mistakes in some of the answers.Question #5: a phrasal verb is two words so: deal with, is a better answer.Your answer to Question #7: When you practice English everyday, speaking comes easily to you AND you sound NATURAL.thinking in A different way, being creativeI dont have ANY children. (we never use articles (a, the, an) with a plural word. Children is an irregular plural.Yeah, sometimes as a kid I had some strange queries about LIFE, ghosts, etc and I was curious ABOUT everything around me.Life is the noun. Live is the verb.I love life.I live in a small town.Im sure every parent lies a little to their children. As a parent I keep in mind the rule to only answer the questions they ask and to answer as simply and honestly as I can. Currently, my little one is in the why phase. She asks, why for everything.I hope this helps! Thanks for answering! Anna 1.Cockroach is the insect we love to hate. 2. There are more snakes and lizards in the nature that we love to hate. 3. to feel embarrassed 4. Have you ever thought you couldnt cope with having a child? 5. deal with 6 .being friendly comes easily to Amy. 7. Being healty comes easily if you eat only naturall food. 8. I had to learn to think out of the box. 9. After this car accident ive started to think out of the box. Writing exercise: My little son is so noisy, activitty boy. Sometimes I have some troubles with him in the school, but I always know that I can deal with it. Who is if not I am?! When my children were born Ive been very surprised because they were just the same as Ill imagine. And they both have meet my expectation absolutely. Sometimes my son asks my some difficult questions and Im afraid hes too small to receive the truthful answere. When I was a child and asked my mum difficult question she didnt answere me and said: You will know when you will grow up. My parents and I get allong well, but with my children I try to be m ore carefull. Anna 1. Cockroach is the insect we love to hate. 2. There are many snakes and lizards in the world that we love to hate. 3. It happen when people feel embarrassed, for example. 4. Have you ever thought you couldn’t cope with having a child? 5. deal with 6. being friendly comes easily to Amy. 7. It comes easily to be healthy if you use only naturally food. 8. I had to learn to think out of the box. 9. It means the Joshua’s mum have especially child and she had to think different and more creative than usually people.Writing exercise: My old son was a very noisy and restless boy. I had some troubles with him in the kindergarten and primary school. The teachers complained of his bad behavior. But I’ve been known I could cope with it. When my children were born I was so amazing because they were just as remarkable as I was imaging. Both my children have met my expectation absolutely. My son asks me some difficult question sometimes. Then I can’t answer to him bec ause he’s too small. For example he asked me recently: Why people are getting the fool when they drink a lot alcohol? When I was child my mother said me often: You’ll know it when you’ll grow up. This happens to me too. I get along well with my parents, but I try to be more carefully and honesty with my children. LOIEnglish AnnaGood listening, you have a few grammar mistakes in the answers. Ill point them out here:Question #3: It happenSQuestion #7: Being healthy comes easily when you choose only natural foods.Question #9: It means THAT Joshuas mum HAD a SPECIAL chld and she had to think differentLY and more creatively than NORMAL.I had some troubles with him in Kindergarten. (no THE, because it is a formal noun).The teachers complained ABOUT his bad behavior. (complain is always with ABOUT)But Ive always known I could cope with it. (no need for been in the sentence.)When my children were born I was so amazED because they were just as remarkable as I HAD imagined. (adjective s when we feel them end in ED, when we produce the feelings end in ING; watch this video: http://www.skypeenglishclasses.com/skype-english-blog/videos/english-adjectives-with-ed-and-ing-video-and-exercise/) (We use the past perfect in this sentence because there are 2 things that happened in the past, children were born, I had imagined) Here is a video about this problem: http://www.skypeenglishclasses.com/skype-english-blog/past-simple-past-perfect-and-past-continuous-video/I cant answer HIM because hes too small. (no need for TO with answer, answer is just with object) I answer the questions truthfully.Hahaha! That is a hard question to answer: Why DO people ACT LIKE FOOLS when they drink alcohol?When I was a child my mother OFTEN said: Youll UNDERSTAND when YOU ARE OLDER.I try to be more careful and honest with my children. (carefully is the adverb; He drives carefully through the mountains. Honesty is the noun. Honesty is an important quality in a husband.)Thanks for answering! Anna Thanks for your comment. Its very usfull for me. luca lattarini 1-Cockroach is the insect we love to hate. 2-Cockroach is an insect we really hate. 3-asking a unconfortable question to another people 4-cope 5-deal with 6-Being friendly comes easily to Amy. 7- it comes easily for me 8-I had to learn to think out of the box with you 9-the mother had to learn different way to look after her baby1-I think that its very important to take care of own baby through the right word. I appreciate the mother.2-I still havent children even if one day it will happen i hope to look for the right word 3-No- i should have to make it 4- I do not know LOIEnglish Luca, first thank you for answering. A quick look at some of your answers:Question #3: asking AN uncomfortable question to another PERSON. (We use an because uncomfortable begins with a vowel sound u. We use PERSON because it is singular and ANOTHER always is paired with singular nouns NEVER with plurals.)Question #9: The mother had t o learn A different way to look after her baby. (Remember to always introduce a noun with an article: A, An, or The)Im not sure what you mean in your writing when you use word.I think it is very important to take care of YOUR own baby with the correct EXPLANATIONS. (perhaps this is better?)I still havent HAD any children. If one day it happenS, I hope to have the right EXPLANATIONS. (havent had-this is present perfect tense)I hope this helps!

If You Answer Yes to These Questions, You Can Handle a Part-Time Job

If You Answer Yes to These Questions, You Can Handle a Part-Time Job via Pixabay Do You Have Some Free Time? Are there multiple times a week that you find yourself binging on a newly released Netflix show? Maybe you find that you get your school work done in an incredibly short amount of time and you’re bored while your friends are still studying and writing papers. If you have multiple hours of free time each week, including the weekends, it’s probably time for you to find a part-time job. Think of it, you can fill those empty hours with making money! Is Your Workload Pretty Light? Each semester in college is different. The workload during some semesters may be absolutely unbearable and you may be drowning in assignments while other semesters may have a much lighter workload. If you are taking general education courses or mostly electives this semester, your workload is most likely be easier and lighter than if you were taking core classes for your major. If you find that you are able to finish your work quickly and it isn’t too demanding, you can probably handle a part-time job. via Pixabay Do You Have Good Time Management Skills? Time management is an important skill to perfect and maintain throughout life, not just during college. We can all be procrastinators sometimes, it’s only human. However, if you find that you fight the urge to procrastinate and don’t leave assignments until the last second, you can most likely handle a part-time job. When working and going to school, it’s important to stick to a schedule and have your work done on time. This may mean that you have to finish an assignment a week early so you don’t fall behind and are still able to work. Are You Motivated? Make a list of your goals for the semester, life, and after college. If your goal is to make money and not be drowning in student loan debt for years, you are probably motivated to make time to work a few hours during the week. It’s important to have motivation throughout the semester because if you lack motivation, you will most likely be miserable and won’t excel in school or your part-time job. Can You Find a Job Related to Your Major? Depending on your major, you may be able to find a job that will help you gain experience for when you graduate and start your career. Not only will this be a great way to make money, but it is an awesome resume booster! This part-time job may also take the form of an internship, which is perfect because it can also count for school credit. via Pixabay Will You Be Overwhelmed? You know yourself best. Ask yourself if you will be overwhelmed if you start working a part-time job. If you find that you are struggling to finish assignments and projects on time from more than just procrastinating, then maybe a part-time job will have to wait until next semester. Seriously think about your current workload, social life, and extracurricular activities. If you feel that you can fit in a few extra hours a week to make some money at a part-time job and you are motivated to make it work, then go for it! Is It Worth Your Time? Sometimes working for minimum wage won’t be worth your time while in school. Depending on the commute time and cost, you may be making much less than you originally thought when you applied for the job. If you find that a majority of your earnings will be going towards travel expenses, food, or any other additional costs of having the job, it may be better to sit this one out and focus on your schooling or finding an internship. If you answered “yes” to these questions, it may be time to start your part-time job search. When applying, make sure that the manager or supervisor is flexible in their scheduling and understands that you are a student first and an employee second. Good luck!

Top 5 Study Spots

Top 5 Study Spots This post was written by Megan YbarraWhen I was in college, my study set-up during my first semester of freshman year was a package of chocolate chip pop tarts, some coffee, and my books and papers all over my bed. And then my roommate decided to start up a sorority for Hispanic scholars, so my dorm room became less of an educational oasis and more Latina World Command. It was then I discovered a desk in the northwest corner of the sixth floor of the library, which was to be my constant companion throughout the next three and a half years. Libraries top the list, of course, but here are some other alternatives to study in when your house has become your hell (academically speaking).1. LibrariesThey’re quiet, they have alternative texts if the book you’ve got isn’t much help to you, and these days many local libraries host and sponsor free tutoring programs. In fact, though Frog Tutoring specializes in private, in-home tutoring, most of the tutoring sessions for college students happen at libraries due to the disruptive nature of the student’s home life and the accrued cost of meeting at a coffee shop three times a week. Library chairs are also very cushy, by and large.2. Coffee ShopsAh, for the days when I studied James Joyce on a soft, velvet cushion with a nice blueberry muffin, a caramel macchiato, and an industrial sized bottle of ibuprofen. You can find an English tutor to help you with pretty much any genre and/or book but Finnegan’s Wake, although I understand that getting an A on that paper is a good indication that your psychiatrist is about to up your dosage. It’s also a great place for small, relaxed study group sessions, as long as everyone’s wallet is equal to the task. 3. Designated Study HallsMany high schools and dorms have large rooms dedicated to this purpose. Mine had one with a piano in it, which was nice when the pianist was a music major, but impossible when the pianist was practicing for his Billy Joel cover band (true story ). Nine times out of ten, this is not an issue.4. Parks or The QuadFresh air and sunlight are actually conducive to retention and performance. You are also likely to run into a classmate who may also need to study. These situations are actually really great for language students looking to hone their conversational skills.5. Laundry Room/LaundromatYes, seriously. The background noise is white and not distracting and people will generally leave you alone. If you’re a structured studier, your study breaks are predictably timed and you’re managing your time effectively â€" especially if you do actually meet the [person] of your dreams there after all. Tell us what your favorite study spot is in the comments below!

International Programs School

International Programs School International Programs School The International Programs School in Al Khobar opened in 2000 with 19 students. To date, the school has an enrollment of more than 790 students representing over 35 different nationalities. IPS is a dynamic, gender-segregated, international school in KSA offering a North American curriculum. We are accredited by MSA and authorized by the Saudi Ministry of Education. Our faculty is a mix of certified teachers from English speaking countries and Arabic teachers from the Middle East. Our core courses of study are aligned with North American standards and we pride ourselves in providing a top quality classroom environment for our students. IPS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Program (PYP) and the Diploma Program (DP). International Programs School International Programs School The International Programs School is one of the top international schools in Saudi Arabia, and currently, has over 590 students from 35 different nationalities. The school curriculum is aligned with North American standards and are accredited by MSA in Philadelphia and by the Saudi Ministry of Education. IPS faculty come from many different nationalities, each bringing a unique perspective to their student’s education and contribute to the multiculturalism and focus of the school. Students are responsible for taking an active role in their education, but IPS teachers are passionate about ensuring students are given the proper tools and skills to become lifelong learners even after graduation.

Advantages of Duke Graduate Student Tutoring

Advantages of Duke Graduate Student TutoringThe Duke Graduate Student Tutoring Program is a very good way to learn from those who have achieved much success in their careers. It has helped many graduates go on to become world class individuals.Duke is one of the premier graduate schools in the country. With this program, you can really get that same recognition. What does it take to become a Duke graduate student? There are many who have found the resources they need and have excelled.Many prospective students look at the Duke website to see if there are any scholarships available for them. However, they may not find the information they need until they've started their college career.A few examples of scholarships available from Duke include the Dominguez Family Scholarship, the Campbell Grant, the Duke Overbrook Scholarship, the Thomas M. Cooley Prize for Achievement in Professionalism, the Williamson Award, the DiBartolo Award, the Davey Award, the Robert Woods Keller Grant, the G eorge H. Eastman Award, the Kiplinger Family Foundation Fellowship, the Powell Foundation Fellowship, the Pat Summitt Award for Excellence in Teaching, the Catherine Wilson Chair at Duke, the Smith Foundation and the SAE Foundation Scholar Awards. You can also visit the Office of Financial Aid to see if any scholarships are available for a specific school or program.As mentioned, potential students can consult the Office of Financial Aid to see if there are any scholarships for their particular school or program. Since so many scholarships are offered by different sources, it's best to start as early as possible. Start as early as high school to see if there are any scholarships for the higher grades. This gives you an idea of what you should focus on.Once you've established that you're doing well academically, you can move on to how to get a better job. The kind of jobs that don't require much work outside of school are the ones you will want to get once you're done with school.Rem ember, there are many scholarships available for students that attend Duke. Duke doesn't use scholarships to weed out students, it uses them to help make sure students are successful. You just need to figure out which scholarships and grants are most beneficial to you and then apply for them.