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Description
- This kit shows students that it is possible to produce acetylsalicylic acid from a naturally-occurring, renewable resource
- Students will convert sodium salicylate to salicylic acid, collect and dry prepared salicylic acid
- Then, they will use a quick confirmatory test to examine for the presence of salicylic acid
- The prepared salicylic acid can then be used to synthesize acetylsalicylic acid
- Kit contains enough materials for 15 groups
- Teacher’s Manual and Student Study Guide copy masters are included
Specifications
Specifications
| Certifications/Compliance | 49 CFR 173.4 |
| Color | White |
| Grade | 7 to 14 |
| Age | 13 to 20 |
| For Use With (Application) | Educational - Green Chemistry |
| Includes | 3 M Sodium Hydroxide (6 x 25 mL), 3 M Hydrochloric Acid (6 x 25 mL), Methyl Salicylate (25 mL), Acetic Anhydride (2 x 25 mL), 85% Phosphoric Acid (1 x 5 mL), Ferric Nitrate (1 x 5 mL), 15 Disposable Pipettes, Teacher Manual, and Student Guide copy masters |
| Material | Cardboard Box |
| Quantity | 1 Kit |
| Requires | Electronic Balances (0.001 g), Vacuum Filtration Apparatus (Optional) |
| Weight (English) | 2.36 lb. |
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