Matthew Macariou
Chemistry Made Simple
Helping you understand chemistry topics from A-Level and Advanced Higher. Get more guidance, deeper resources and a helpful community at ChemistryMadeSimple.netIf you want to demystify chemistry, yearn for a simpler explanation and want to hear all the tips that will help you at exam time you're at the right place. I'm a chemistry tutor who is used to explaining chemistry in simpler terms, and I love to use an analogy to help with the understanding. Each episode tackles a topic, explaining it as simply as possible - well it is chemistry! The end-of-episode summary will make sure you have usefu...
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Matthew Macariou
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May 18, 2026
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Episodes
Using Mass Spectroscopy to Catch Cheating Athletes 27.02.2023 7:45
In this episode: Definition and use of molecular ion How Fragments are created in the Mass Spectrometer Use of fragments in analysis Uses of Mass spectrometry in the real world Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesimple Email Matthew@ChemistryMadeSimple.net Record a voice note for me: chemistrymadesimple.net/voicenote Join the discussion at t...
How to Use the Data Sheet with Infra Red Spectra 20.02.2023 8:26
In This episode: What is Infra Red spectrometry? How does Infra Red Spectrometry work? Using the Data Sheet to find the compound type The fingerprint region Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. ----------------------------------------------------------...
Simple Test Tube Reactions to Identify Organic Compond 06.02.2023 7:59
In this episode: Why you need to know these tests Test for alkenes Tests for aldehydes Tests for alcohols Tests for Halogenoalkanes Tests for carboxylic acids ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if...
The Reactions of Alcohols and How to Get What You Want from Alcohols. 30.01.2023 8:14
In this episode: Categories of alcohols Elimination or Dehydration of Alcohols Combustion of Alcohols Oxidation of ALcohols How to get the desired product from oxidising alcohols ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You ca...
What are Alcohols and What are Their Key Features? Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Alcohols. 23.01.2023 8:57
In this episode: Definition of alcohols Formula of alcohols Classification as primary, secondary or tertiary Synthesis of alcohols Physical properties Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more about...
Elimination vs Nucleophilic Substitution in Halogenoalkanes 16.01.2023 5:49
In this episode: Definition of elimination reaction description of elimination mechanism Elimination vs Nucleophilic substitution - know the conditions ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's...
Nucleophiles and Nucleophilic Substitution of Halogenoalkanes 09.01.2023 8:43
In this episode: Definition of nucleophile Examples of nucleophiles Description of the nucleophilic substitution reaction of halogenoalkanes Example reactions and products Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy...
What are Halogenoalkanes (and Haloalkanes)? What are Their Properties and Reactivity? 02.01.2023 7:23
In this episode: Definition of halogenoalkanes and haloalkanes Bond polarity in halogenoalkanes Solubility Trends in boiling point explained Trends in reactivity: Bond polarity vs bond enthalpy ----------------------------------------------------------- Other episodes referenced In this episode: How to name organic compounds The properties of alkanes -----------------------------------------------...
Addition Polymers - How Polyethene is Made 05.12.2022 7:53
In this episode: What are Polymers Examples of polymers What are monomers Addition Polymer reaction Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Ins...
What is Electrophilic Addition? | Reactions of Alkenes 22.11.2022 11:50
In this episode: Alkene functional group Electrophiles Electrophilic addition mechanism Examples of electrophiles Other alkene reaction Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more about the Chemistry M...
Alkene Functional Group and General Formula - Alkenes vs Alkanes 07.11.2022 5:47
In this episode: What are alkenes General formula of alkenes Shape and structure Reactivity and physical properties of alkenes Other episodes mentioned: Naming organic compounds Nature, structure and properties of alkanes Combustion of hydrocarbons Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can bu...
How the Free Radical Mechanism forms Halogenoalkanes from Alkanes 31.10.2022 12:38
In this episode: What is a mechanism What is a free radical What is a halogenoalkane The steps of the free radical mechanism Chain reaction Other products Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more ab...
How to Know if Combustion is Complete or Incomplete - Combustion of Alkanes 24.10.2022 7:32
In this episode: What do we mean by combustion in chemistry Why alkanes are commonly used as fuels What is complete combustion and what are the products What is incomplete combustion and what are the products How to spot whether combustion is complete or not Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'?...
What are the Nature, Formula and Properties of Alkanes? 17.10.2022 6:54
In this Episode: Definition of alkanes General formula for alkanes, and an exception Properties of alkanes Other episodes referenced in this episode: What are isomers and what is isomerism? How to name organic compounds What is electronegativity and how does it make bonds polar? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say...
What are Isomers and What is Isomerism? 10.10.2022 11:31
In this episode: What is isomerism Structural Isomerism Position Isomerism Chain Isomerism Functional Group Isomerism Stereoisomerism E/Z or cis - trans isomerism Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Prefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam. Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out...
What are Functional Groups and Homologous Series? 06.10.2022 7:11
In this episode: What are Functional groups Chemical families Homologous series Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy
How to Show the Structure of Organic Molecules 26.09.2022 8:25
In this episode: Molecular Formula Displayed Formula Structural Formula Skeletal Formula Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy
What is Organic Chemistry, and What is So Special About Carbon? 14.09.2022 9:25
In this episode: What is organic chemistry? Importance of carbon - carbon and carbon - hydrogen bonds Different structure types in organic chemistry SIngle, double and triple bonds Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy
What are van der Waals, Dipole-Dipole and Hydrogen Bonding? 01.08.2022 13:53
In this episode: What is a dipole moment van der Waals forces Dipole-Dipole forces Hydrogen Bonding - including the specific requirements for this type of bond Relative level of attraction of these types of forces Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Find out more about the Chemistry Made Si...
What is Electronegativity and How Does it Make Bonds Polar 18.07.2022 11:32
In this episode: What is electronegativity Trends in elecronegativeity Polarity of covalent bonds Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesimple Email Matthew@...
What is Metallic Bonding and How Does it Work? 11.07.2022 6:14
In this episode: What is metallic bonding Electron sea and ions How metals conduct electricity and heat Strength of metals Malleability and ductility of metals Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesim...
What is Covalent Bonding and How Does it Work? 04.07.2022 8:18
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy In this episode: What is a covalent bond? Why do covalent bonds form? Examples in elements and compounds Double bonds Co-ordinate or dative bonds Properties of covalent substances Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Find out more about the Chemist...
What is Ionic Bonding and How Does it Work? 27.06.2022 7:43
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy In this episode: Which atoms combine using ionic bonds How ions are formed How ionic bonds are formed Properties of ionic compounds Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @...
How and Why Chemical Bonds are Formed - Chemical Bonding I 20.06.2022 3:48
Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academy In this episode: Why do atoms form chemical bonds? How do atoms for chemical bonds? The three types of chemical bond Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode patreon.com/chemistrymadesimple Find out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academy Contact me: Instagram @chemistrymadesi...
How to do the Analytical Chemistry Question in Your Exam 30.05.2022 8:33
Watch the video explaining the process and walkthrough of a tough exam question: chemistrymadesimple.net/5step In this episode: Why the analytical chem question is so difficult Why I developed the 5 step process for tackling these questions The 5 steps How to write out your answer The usefulness of the data sheet / data booklet Want to know more, or support the show? Become a Patreon supporter of...
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