CHEM 1111: General Chemistry I Lab

Explore oxidation and reduction processes across four chemical reactions differentiating between acid-base and redox activities. Highlighting key substances and their roles in each reaction.

Explore the intricacies of reaction rates with varying concentrations of ethanol and tert-butyl bromide. Understand the principles of SN1 reactions and the impacts of temperature on rate acceleration. Grasp the core elements that influence and optimize chemical reactions in diverse applications.

Learn how to determine the weight of white gas carried by a backpacker using its density. A valuable skill for hikers and campers.

Discover how to choose the right indicator for a titration involving Potassium hydrogen phthalate (KHP) and a strong base. Grasp the calculations from molar mass to pH and understand why Thymolphthalein is the ideal choice for a change near pH 8.95.

Explore the classification of select molecules based on their polarity. Understand the electron distribution and molecular shapes of Formaldehyde, Methanol, Dichloromethane, and Carbon dioxide. Discover which ones exhibit a net dipole moment and which ones don't.

Explore the distinction between homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures. Through real-world examples like baby oil, chocolate chip cookies, and wine, understand their uniformity, phases, and how components are distributed.