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4.6: Lab 4 Materials

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    Materials

    • Student tray containing the following:
      • 3 test tubes (1 small for Part A, 2 large for Part C)
      • 1-10 mL graduated cylinder
      • 1-250 mL beaker
      • 1-400 mL beaker (labeled “Waste”)
      • 2.5M NaOH (~10 mL needed per group)
      • 5.0M HCl (50 ml needed per group)
      • Methyl orange indicator
      • Calcium turnings
      • DI Water
      • Beaker with disposable items: pipettes, scoopula, small weigh boat, Parafilm
      • Container of glassware soap and a brush
      • Label tape
      • Litmus Paper
      • White paper
      • Test Tube rack OR large beaker
    • Balance

    Safety and Notes

    *It is important to follow the safety guidelines below while performing this lab.

    • Always review MSDS (Safety Data Sheet) information for all chemicals you will be working with before coming to class.
    • Sodium hydroxide is caustic. If it gets on your skin, flush with copious amounts of water and inform your instructor.
    • HCl is a strong acid. If you get any on your skin flush the area immediately with water and inform your instructor.
    • All chemicals must be capped tightly when not in use.
    • Use appropriate equipment to handle acids, bases, and wear safety equipment.
    • Make sure you properly label (chemical name, concentration, date prepared & initials of preparer) all prepared solutions with labeling tape and sharpie even if you will be disposing of solutions.
    • Do not stand directly over any reaction. Do not inhale any vapors released from reactions.
    • All waste may be disposed of in container labeled “Chem 111 Waste.”
    • Return all materials to trays and drawers in a clean orderly condition for the next class.

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