All Organic chemistry articles – Page 4
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ExperimentBrady’s test for aldehydes and ketones
Identify aldehydes and ketones using Brady’s reagent (2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine) in this microscale experiment. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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The chemical properties of hydroxybenzene
Observe and interpret some of the chemical reactions of hydroxybenzene (phenol) inside a plastic petri dish
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Unsaturation test with potassium manganate(VII)
Use a solution of potassium manganate to test for unsaturation in organic compounds in this microscale practical. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Testing for unsaturation with bromine on a microscale
Try this class experiment to prepare elemental bromine and use it to test for unsaturation in organic compounds. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Synthesis of aspirin on a microscale
Use this class practical to produce aspirin in a microscale esterification reaction using phosphoric acid as a catalyst. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Formation of TCP (2,4,6-trichlorohydroxybenzene)
Prepare a distinctive-smelling sample of TCP by reacting hydroxybenzene (phenol) with chlorine gas
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The microscale synthesis of indigo dye
Carry out a microscale organic synthesis to produce indigo dye
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The microscale synthesis of azo dyes
Create fabric dye by synthesising an azo dye and using it to change the colour of a piece of cotton
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Properties of the carvones
Test the smell of each enantiomer of carvone and detect the differences
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Analysis of aspirin tablets on a microscale
Try this microscale class practical to analyse aspirin tablets and find out how much salicylic acid is present. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Properties of stereoisomers
Discover the differences in smell of the two enantiomers of limonene
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Aspirin screen experiment
Get students aged 16–18 running their own organic synthesis on a computer or tablet before taking part in the real thing. This resource also features an in-depth practical guide and a set of worksheets covering the theory.
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Qualitative analysis quizzes
Find out more about our quizzes and watch the associated videos. The quizzes consist of 10 questions in each section and focus on providing formative feedback to students. The range of question types includes text response, numerical response, drag and drop and multiple choice. These quizzes are available free to ...
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Organic liquid quizzes
Find out more about our quizzes to support key practical skills for organic chemistry, and watch the associated videos. The quizzes consist of 10 questions in each section and focus on providing formative feedback to students. The range of question types includes text response, numerical response, drag and drop and ...
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Anecdotes: The Discovery of Buckminsterfullerene
The discovery of buckminsterfullerene, the third allotrope of carbon.
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Teach functional groups
To illustrate the differences in reactivity of isomeric alcohols, try using the iodoform demonstration in the video. Follow the discussion scenario in sequence for tips to help your students understand a difficult concept in carbon chemistry.
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Molecular motors power on
From rotating alkenes to artificial muscle – specification links and resources will help you bring this cutting-edge story to your classroom
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The longest carbon-carbon bond in chemistry
Use this cutting-edge research as a starter in your class
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Healthier hair in just 10 minutes with graphene dye
It’s non-toxic and gives hair antistatic and thermal conductive properties
