The potential energy function for either one of the two atoms in a diatomic molecule is often approximated by U(x)=a/x^{12}-b/x^6U(x)=a/x 12 −b/x 6 where xx is the distance between the atoms. Find the distance of separation where the potential energy has a local minimum.

An exothermic reaction is conducted in an insulated calorimeter filled with water. the calorimeter is then sealed so that there is no heat exchanged between the contents of the container and the surrounding air. which of the following statements is true about the reaction?

An animal cell loses the ability to convert energy stored in food to energy that the cell can use. which of the cell's organelles has stopped working? a.the mitochondria b.the nucleus c.the vacuoles d.the endoplasmic reticulum

Acandle’s wick is the fabric string that holds the flame, and it burns down at a constant slow pace when the candle is lit. the wick is usually surrounded by wax. which is the most important property of covalent compounds that makes them useful for making candle wax? a low boiling point a low melting point a high boiling point a high melting point