Chemistry 103/113 Laboratory

 

 

This Week

Answer Keys

Gen Chem Lab

Periodic Table

 

 

 

·       Expt 7:  Exploring Nanotechnology

 

Next Week

·       Begin Advanced Molecular Modeling

o      Handout (no notebook preparation)

o      Review Expt 1:  Basic Molecular Modeling

o      Bring your model kit

·       Quiz 5:  Expt 6

       

Notes for Today

·       Examples of materials nanotechnology

 

·       Tasks for today:

o      Prepare/test gold nanoparticles

o      Examine phase changes/unit cell of memory metal

o      Explore properties of LEDs

o      Complete report during class

 

·       Safety Issues

   

o      Liquid nitrogen can cause serious freezer burn

§       Wear goggles

§       Avoid skin contact

o      Soldering iron tip is very hot

§       Rest tip on stand

§       Hold like a pen while soldering