Undergraduate
Lead Chloride Solubility
Lead Chloride Solubility (Ksp)
MATERIALS
- 1L of 0.2M lead nitrate
- 1L of 0.2M sodium chloride
- Two 250mL graduated cylinders
- 1L distilled water
Conductivity of Solutions
Conductivity of Solutions
(This demonstration will need to be done with a computer that has logger pro installed on it)
MATERIALS
- Conductivity probe
- Nano-pure water
- Tap water
Heat Capacity of Lead
Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6y7VyDjjiU
Heat Capacity of Lead
(This demonstration will cause burns if not done properly)
MATERIALS
- About 25g of lead shot
- Large test tube
Nitrocellulose
Nitrocellulose
MATERIALS
- Nitrocellulose (gun cotton)
- BBQ lighter
- 2 Watch glasses
- Cotton
PRESENTATION
Emission Spectra (Visual)
Emission Spectra (Visual)
MATERIALS
- 5 spray bottles filled with salts (of your choice) dissolved in ethanol or ethanol/water
- Propane torch or Bunsen burner
- Striker or lighter
PRESENTATION
- Ignite the propane torch with the striker
Making a "Gold" Penny
Making a "Gold" Penny
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MATERIALS
- Pennies (must be very clean)
- 600mL beaker
- 200mL 3M NaOH
- 15g zinc powder
The Sacrificial Gummy Bear
Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjOVW5GImnI
The Sacrificial Gummy Bear
This demonstration vividly and dramatically illustrates the effect that a strong oxidizer has on a fuel. It should be performed by an instructor to ensure proper safety procedures are followed. It should be done in a room with very good ventilation and preferably in a fume hood.
MATERIALS