John Rey Noga

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How do we use exponents in the naming of polycyclic compounds?

I always encounter polycyclic compounds at work but I do not see many resources explaining how to name them. I know the basic of naming of bicyclic compounds (the ones placed inside square...

25 April 2024 1,620 3 View

What is the best/most appropriate coding language or platform to learn if I want to automate repetetive Excel data processing tasks?

I handle large amounts of data on chemical substances. There is unique information for each chemical, but there is repetitive information that is required to be prepared and processed. I do not...

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Are the two methyl groups attached to an alpha carbon?

I only know from organic chemistry that alpha carbons are for compounds with carbonyl groups. But, does it also apply to nitriles like this on the screenshot?

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What is a good substitute for BTMS-50 (Behentrimonium Methosulfate)?

I'm considering an alternative to BTMS-50 as an conditioning emulsifier for a conditioner formulation. What would be a good substitute if I want to make a solid conditioner bar. Thanks!

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How can I synthesize sodium stearate?

What I previously did was to synthesize sodium stearate from stearic acid by addition of NaOH. I first melted stearic acid in water at 60C, then mixed NaOH dissolved in water. When white lumps...

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