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Microscale Chemistry - The periodic table, sulphate and carbonate solubility of Groups 1 and 2

Description

Explore the properties of Group 1 and 2 by looking to see whether precipitates form when you add drops of sulphate or carbonate solution to Group 1 or 2 metal ions.

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Type of Activity

group work

Audience

Teacher

Age Group

14 to 18 years

Subjects

Practical chemistry Standard laboratory procedures Laboratory skills development Solutions Group 1 Alkali metals Group 2 Alkaline Earth metals Mixing & dissolving

The periodic table - solubility of sulphates and carbonates of groups 1 and 2 - teacher

Experiment

The periodic table - solubility of sulphates and carbonates of groups 1 and 2 - student

Experiment

Duration : 4 pages

Introduction & Guide

Handout

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Hands-on practical activities or ideas for front of class demonstrations

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