Glassware Drying with Acetone: The Science Behind It

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QUESTION: Most of the remaining water in washed laboratory glassware can be removed by rinsing the glassware with acetone (propanone). Explain how this process works (acetone is much more volatile than water).

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QUESTION: Most of the remaining water in washed laboratory glassware can be removed by rinsing the glassware with acetone (propanone). Explain how this process works (acetone is much more volatile than water).

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Acetone is a three-carbon-long ketone; therefore, it is the smallest member of the ketone family. It is an organic solvent used to conduct various chemical laboratory synthesis reactions.

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This discussion delves into the use of acetone as a solvent for removing water from laboratory glassware, exploring the science behind its effectiveness and the role of hydrogen bonding in facilitating rapid evaporation.


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