Overview

Heinemann Chemistry Practical Manual contains all first-hand Chemistry Preliminary and Core HSC investigations. The investigations are clearly set out and explained, use readily available material, and place a strong emphasis on safety and risk identification. All investigations have been fully reviewed and trialled by an independent panel consisting of highly experienced chemistry teachers.

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Author:   Georgia Deretic
Publisher:   Harcourt Education
Imprint:   Heinemann Education
ISBN:  

9780864629456

ISBN 10:   0864629451
Pages:   160
Publication Date:   01 January 2000
Audience:   Primary & secondary/elementary & high school ,  Educational: Primary & Secondary
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

* Introduction *Unit 1: The chemical Earth * Gravimetric analysis * Investigation of physical properties of a range of elements * Decomposition of carbonates * Effect of light and electricity on a compound * Elements and their compounds * Classification of common materials *Unit 2: Metals * Activity series of metals * Extraction of copper from malachite * Masses of combining elements *Unit 3: Water * Physical properties of water * Solubility of a range of substances * Solubility of ionic compounds * Empirical formula of a precipitate * Qualitative analysis of heavy metals in industrial waste water * Molar heats of solutions *Unit 4: Energy * Molecular modelling * Fractional distillation of an alcoholic drink * Combustion of wood and candle wax * Molar heat of a chemical reaction * Factors affecting reaction rates *Unit 5: The identification and production of materials * Reactions of hydrocarbons with bromine water * Ethanol as a solvent * Fermentation of sugar * Heat of combustion of alcohols * Galvanic cells *Unit 6: The acidic environment * Beetroot: a natural indicator * Testing the pH of common substances * Taking the fizz out of soft drinks * Relative strength of acids * Hydrolysis of salts * Preparing standard solutions * Analysis of household acids and bases * Heat of neutralisation reactions * Preparation of an ester *Unit 7: Chemical monitoring and management * The hunt for ions * Determination of phosphorous content in detergent * Quantitative determination of sulfates in fertiliser * Determination of citric acid in orange juice * Analysis of local water.

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