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Classic Chemistry Experiments : Comparing the heat energy produced by combustion of various alcohols
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Age Group | : | 11 to 18 years |
Keywords | : | combustion, bond breaking, exothermic, bond formation, heat of reaction, heat of combustion |
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Classic Chemistry Experiments : Combustion
Hydrocarbons produce carbon dioxide and water when they burn. In this experiment
the products of combustion are captured and tested.
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Age Group | : | 11 to 16 years |
Classic Chemistry Experiments : Heats of reaction (exothermic or endothermic reactions)
Instant hot and cold packs are available for use in first aid. This experiment illustrates
the types of chemical reaction that occur in these packs.
Type of Activity | : | group |
Audience | : | |
Age Group | : | 14 to 18 years |
Classic Chemistry Experiments : Exothermic or endothermic
Some reactions give out heat and others take in heat. In exothermic reactions the
temperature goes up, in endothermic reactions the temperature goes ...
Type of Activity | : | group |
Audience | : | |
Age Group | : | 11 to 16 years |
Classic Chemistry Experiments : The oxidation of hydrogen
In this experiment hydrogen is burnt with some air. The aim of the experiment is to find
out how much air is needed to burn hydrogen most efficiently...
Type of Activity | : | group |
Audience | : | |
Age Group | : | 11 to 16 years |
Chemistry for Non-Specialists Course Book: The combustion of iron wool
Iron wool is heated in air on a simple ‘see-saw’ balance. The increase in mass is seen clearly.
Type of Activity | : | group |
Audience | : | |
Age Group | : | 11 to 16 years |