Energy changes in neutralisation

A thermometer strip with Celsius and Fahrenheit scales, currently indicating a temperature of 38 degrees Celsius

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Study energy changes in two chemical reactions using thermometer strips to measure temperature in this experiment. Includes kit list and safety instructions.

Use this class practical to explore energy changes in neutralisation at dropscale. Students observe the reaction of hydrochloric acid with magnesium, before adding sodium hydroxide and measuring the temperature change during the neutralisation reaction.

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