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CHEM 1011 – Chemistry Lab

At a glance

  • 2 practice hours per week
  • I Semester

Prerequisites

Some basic background in chemistry from high school

Course Description

  • Basic laboratory techniques
  • Determination of percentage of acetic acid in vinegar
  • Standardisation of KMnO4 solution using standard oxalic acid
  • Acid-base titration – titration of a strong acid with a strong base
  • Acid-base titration – titration of a weak acid with a strong base
  • Acid-base titration – titration of a strong acid with a weak base
  • Acid-base titration – titration of a weak acid with a weak base
  • Effectiveness of different common oils in forming emulsions
  • Qualitative analysis of proteins
  • Qualitative analysis of oils and fats
  • Saponification – the process of making soap

Learning Resources

There is no text book prescribed for this course. Lab handouts for the various lab sessions will be provided by the instructor.