Water In Barium Chloride Dihydiate

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Water in Barium Chloride Dihydiate

Introduction

    In this experiment we are trying to find the percentage of water in Barium Chloride
Dihydiate. During the experiment you must pay close attention to everything done. We
are going to try to stay below a 8 percent error. When timing, make sure you only have
the crucible over the bunson burner for 10 minutes, no more, no less. Be aware of how
dangerous this chemical can be, so please be careful.
    Located below is a list of all the materials you will need to complete this
experiment. Please make sure you and you lab partner(s) know how to use this
equipment.

Equipment / Materials

Goggles         Bunson Burner
Ring Stand         Iron Ring
Iron Triangle         Iron Square
Computer         Computer Program
Scale             Chemical (BACL2)
Scoop             Crucible/Crucible cover
Crucible Tongs     Matches

Safety

    You must pay close attention to everything at all times. Ladies with their hair not
tied back should do so do to the fact that their hair could catch fire while using the bunson
burner. Before you start the experiment, take notice to where all the safety equipment
is. You must know where the fire extinguisher is, emergency shower/eye wash, and the
call for help button. Make sure you are wearing your goggles while doing this lab. When
washing out the crucible do not turn the water pressure up all the way because the water
could splash back into your face. If an emergency does occur, please remain clam and
think rationally.    
Procedure

    This exper...

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Submitted by: digitalessays
Date Submitted: 07-02-03 7:54am
Category: Social Issues
Words: 722
Pages: 2.89