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how is $\sqrt{6}-\sqrt{2}$ equal to $2\sqrt{2-\sqrt{3}}$
please explain. Thanks!
please explain. Thanks!
magneto said:It does not. $\sqrt 6 - \sqrt 2 \approx 1.03528$, and $2 \sqrt 2 - \sqrt 3 \approx 1.09638$.
Radicals are atoms, molecules, or ions that have unpaired electrons in their outermost energy level, making them highly reactive.
Radicals are formed through a process called homolytic bond cleavage, in which a covalent bond between atoms is broken and each atom retains one of the shared electrons, resulting in two unpaired electrons.
Radicals are highly reactive and unstable due to their unpaired electrons. They have a short lifespan and can quickly react with other molecules to form new compounds. They also have a tendency to steal electrons from other molecules, causing damage to cells and tissues.
The most common type of radical is the hydroxyl radical (OH), which is formed through the breakdown of water. Other examples include the superoxide radical (O2-) and the nitric oxide radical (NO), both of which are involved in various biological processes.
Radicals are utilized in many fields of science and technology. They are used in organic synthesis to create new compounds, in polymerization to form plastics, and in combustion reactions. In medicine, radicals are used to treat diseases and in environmental science, they are used to study air pollution and ozone depletion.