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Lecture

Photochemistry II: Electron Transfer Dynamics

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This lecture covers the principles of photo-induced electron transfer, including the thermodynamics of photoredox reactions and the dynamics of electron transfer processes. It also explores examples of homogeneous and nano-heterogeneous systems, photo-electrochemistry of semiconductors, and the photo-electrochemical conversion of solar energy.

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Computer data storage

Computer data storage is a technology consisting of computer components and recording media that are used to retain digital data. It is a core function and fundamental component of computers. The central processing unit (CPU) of a computer is what manipulates data by performing computations. In practice, almost all computers use a storage hierarchy, which puts fast but expensive and small storage options close to the CPU and slower but less expensive and larger options further away.

Data storage

Data storage is the recording (storing) of information (data) in a storage medium. Handwriting, phonographic recording, magnetic tape, and optical discs are all examples of storage media. Biological molecules such as RNA and DNA are considered by some as data storage. Recording may be accomplished with virtually any form of energy. Electronic data storage requires electrical power to store and retrieve data. Data storage in a digital, machine-readable medium is sometimes called digital data.

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