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complex ion

(Encyclopedia) complex ion, charged molecular aggregate (see ion), consisting of a metallic atom or ion to which is attached one or more electron-donating molecules. In some complex ions, such as…

gasoline

(Encyclopedia) gasoline or petrol, light, volatile mixture of hydrocarbons for use in the internal-combustion engine and as an organic solvent, obtained primarily by fractional distillation and “…

sulfate

(Encyclopedia) sulfate, chemical compound containing the sulfate (SO4) radical. Sulfates are salts or esters of sulfuric acid, H2SO4, formed by replacing one or both of the hydrogens with a metal (e.…

Editorial Assistant

Parna Mehrbani Tell us about your work-what do you do? I work for an organization affiliated with the University of Illinois . I am the editorial…

The Chemistry of Biology: Carbohydrates

CarbohydratesThe Chemistry of BiologyIntroductionAtomic TheoryChemical Reactions: Ionic, Covalent, and Polar Covalent BondsWaterOrganic ChemistryCarbohydratesLipidsProteinsNucleic AcidsVitamins and…

Theories of the Universe: Quantum Potential

Quantum PotentialTheories of the UniverseThe Universe As a HologramAction at a DistanceQuantum PotentialThe Importance of WholenessOrdered RealityThe Holographic Universe Universal Constants…

COVID-19 Resources

How to stay informed in times of crisis The COVID-19 outbreak is currently affecting huge numbers of people worldwide; whether people are sick, under lockdown, or simply dealing with supply line…

History of the Tea Party Movement

New Political Movement Quickly Found Loyal Following by Beth Rowen One of several Tea Party protests Related Links U.S. GovernmentFacts About SenatorsBiography of Sarah Palin…

Dolores Huerta Biography

Dolores HuertaLabor leaderBorn: 4/10/1930Birthplace: Dawson, New Mexico Huerta grew up in California's agricultural San Joaquin Valley, where her mother owned a restaurant and a hotel that…