DUE: Prelab for Experiment 4 due today by 11:59 pm

Submit prelab questions for Experiment 4

Experiment 3 – Introduction to Weighing Technique and Density Measurement

Objectives 1.    To learn to use an analytical balance. 2.    To learn the weighing technique – weighing by taring. 3.    To use proper weighing technique to determine the density of water, ethanol and a salt water solution.

DUE: Prelab for Experiment 3 due today by 11:59 pm

Submit prelab questions for Experiment 3

TUTORIAL – Lab: Experiment 3 Practice Question

Question: For a material to float on the surface of water, the material must have a density less than that of water (1.0 g/mL) and must not react with the water or dissolve in it. A spherical ball has a radius of 0.5000 cm and weighs 2.00 g. Will the ball float or . . . → Read More: TUTORIAL – Lab: Experiment 3 Practice Question

Experiment 2 – Measurement

Objectives 1.    To understand the accuracy of various types of graduated glassware. 2.    To measure volumes of liquids using a graduated cylinder. 3.    To measure the volume of liquids dispensed from a burette. 4.    To determine the temperature of liquids using a thermometer. 5.    To record measurements with correct number of significant figures.

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Bob Bower SW3-4092
Mon 1230-1320
Wed 1130-1220
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Maria Tirado SW3-4606
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Tues 1330-1420
Wed 1130-1220
Thurs 1130-1220

Jennifer Wolf SW3-4090
Wed 1230-1320
Thurs 1230-1420
Fri 1130-1220

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