Chemistry

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Multiplication example in C2(iii)(a) Page no. 48
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Table of Contents

C1. Content ..................................................................................................... 44

A. Text/Explanation ........................................................................................................ 44

B. Equations, formulas, constants and structures: ...................................................... 44

C. Diagrams ..................................................................................................................... 46

D. Graphs ......................................................................................................................... 46

C2. Special points / others: ............................................................................ 47

i. Textbook Specific Solutions: ..................................................................................... 47

ii. Solving a problem and performing calculations ...................................................... 47

iii. Significant figures ....................................................................................................... 48

C1. Content

A. Text/Explanation

Explain the related concepts/equations whenever necessary.

If there are multiple approaches to solve a particular problem, state the reason
for using the approach you choose.

Always try to write a concluding sentence that directly answers the question
asked but the sentence should not be copied from the question.

B. Equations, formulas, constants and structures:

All chemical formulas, chemical symbols, and units should be written using
MathType or Microsoft Equation 3.0 available in Word 2007/2010.

While drawing structure of chemical molecules (organic/inorganic) using

chemdraw, ensure that all the bonds and atoms are connected correctly.

Always indicate a lone pair of electrons on the respective atom in a Lewis

structure / in an organic reaction mechanism. Draw the lone pairs so that the
electrons are clearly visible.
Example 1:

Example 2:

Write the name of the compound below the structure.

For example:

Indicate the configuration in organic structures whenever required.

Always include relevant explanation, while writing organic mechanisms

and dealing with spectra related problems.
 Data values such as enthalpy, acid dissociation constant K a , and solubility

constant K sp must be used as given in the text book, along with its significant

numbers.
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Note: In some textbooks K b of NH3 is given as 1.8 10 , and in other
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books, it is 1.75 10 . Use the value given in the current textbook being
used.

Molar mass varies from book to book in terms of the number of digits used.
Use the exact molar masses as given in the currently used textbook.
For example, in some books molar mass of oxygen may be given as 15.999 g
/ mol, while in some other books it may be 16.00 g / mol.

C. Diagrams

Use Chem Bio Draw 12.0 for drawing chemical structures/mechanisms.

Use Serif Draw Plus for diagrams.
Should you wish to use a different program, please check first with your
Territory Manager

D. Graphs
Use MS Excel to draw graphs/Tables. Take only the image of graphs or tables
(JPEG/PNG) and paste it on the word document. Never copy paste directly from the
source.

Example:
Graph the data in the table:

C2. Special points / others:

i. Textbook Specific Solutions:

Students viewing the solutions will likely be taking a class centered on a particular
textbook. To ensure accuracy and helpfulness of your solutions, follow these
guidelines:

First, review the examples used in the book.

Follow the method of solving (Formula, approach) as used in the text book
but do not copy the structure and layout of the text book solved example.

Do not copy any statement from the question/problem or the text book into
your solution

ii. Solving a problem and performing calculations

Units should be used in each step.
Units should be in regular font. If units are given using italics in the book,
then use italics in your solutions also.
Correct: 2.73 kg
Incorrect: 2.73 kg
Note: In few books, unit for molarity is given as M, so you can write the same.
iii. Significant figures
Significant figures should be considered in each and every calculation.

a) Multiplication and division:

The number of significant figures in the result is the same as the number in
the least precise measurement used in the calculation.

b) Addition and subtraction:

The result should have the same number of decimal places as the least
precise measurement used in the calculation.

c) Conversion of units

Show the conversion step, instead of directly writing the converted result.
Show the cancellation of units.

Round the result according to significant digits.

Example 1: Conversion of 12.8 L to gallons:

We have the relation between L and gallon as shown below:

1 gallon = 3.7854 L

Correct:
1gallon
Conversion factor is .
3.7854 L
1gallon

Volume 12.8 L
3.7854 L
3.38gallons

Incorrect:
12.8L
Volume gallons
3.7854 L
=3.38 gallons
 Example 2:
1cm 1in
109 mm 109 mm
10 mm 2.54 cm
4.29 in

Use the same symbol for a unit as given in the textbook.

Example: For kilograms, the symbol is kg and not Kg.
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Biology

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Table of Contents

B1. Technology ............................................................................................... 50

B2. Special points/others ................................................................................ 50

B1. Technology

a. Use ChemBio/ChemDraw for Chemical structures.

b. Use CorelDraw or Serif DrawPlus for other diagrams.
c. Should you wish to use a different program, please check first with your
Territory Manager.

B2. Special points/others

a. Names of Species and genes should be in italics.

b. The correct option(s) in match the following type questions should be boxed.

c. The symbols for males () and females () should be used for solutions of
genetic books. The symbol for males can be created by holding down ALT and
pressing 11, while the symbol for females can be created by holding down ALT
and pressing 12.

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