The preparation of 2-hydroxybenzoic acid | 16–18 years

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Heat, react, convert and separate oil of wintergreen to create 2-hydroxybenzoic acid. Includes kit list and safety instructions

Explore the distillation of organic material, to create acids, which can be hydrolysed by boiling with aqueous sodium hydroxide.The practical is suitable for 16-18 learners.

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