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Here is a link to a short presentation on

What do Chemists do?

How is Trigonometry used in Chemistry?

https://prezi.com/jji4d4d5maul/trigonometry-in-chemistry/

There are four basic strategies used for ice control:                             anti-icing, deicing, delayed treatment, and temporary friction improvement.

Use your own words to explain each of them.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method?

You can use the following reference: https://www.dot.ny.gov/divisions/operating/oom/transportation-maintenance/repository/NYS_SI_Manual_Apr2006_RevJan2012.pdf

What are the differences between rock salt, treated salt, and salt brine? How is one selected to remove snow/ice?

I saw on TV some interesting way to prevent car windows from icing up. So, the night before a big freeze, you take half a potato or half an onion, and you rub it on the windows and windshield. This will prevent frost from forming on the glass. So, here is the question: why does it work?

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Have a great semester!

Profs. Medialdea (Chemistry), Devers (English), Benakli (Mathematics)