Kemtec™ AP™ Chemistry Kits: Spectrophotometric Analysis of Copper: Beer's Law

Explore the interaction of light with copper ions in solution using photons from the visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Manufacturer:  Aqua Phoenix Scientific 16102

Catalog No. S07330

Includes: Copper Sulfate, Pentahydrate; Copper Sulfate 0.12M; Copper Sulfate 0.012M; Copper Sulfate 0.0024M; Copper Sulfate 0.00048M

Description

Students examine the relationship between transmittance, absorbance and solution concentration using Beer's Law (A = ε·b·C) after determining λmax. Fulfill the AP chemistry requirement for using a spectrophotometer and learn to perform serial dilutions.

• Includes an inquiry based extension for determining the amount of copper in a penny (nitric acid not included)
• Experiments are adjustable to fit your lab period
• Minimal prep time
• Ideal for AP or Honors Chemistry
• Kit designed to exceed 2013 AP Next Generation National Standards
• Instructor's manual features background material, easy to follow stepwise protocols, assessment questions, sample data, modeled calculations, and an answer key
• Meets AP Science Practices: 2, 3 & 5
• Targets Grades: 10 to14
• Accommodates 24 Students Working in Groups of 2

Kemtec AP kits are compatible with optional data collection and simulations using TI-Nspire™ handhelds and software. Free activities can be found at www.fisheredu.com/TI.

Specifications

• Certifications/Compliance: Meets AP Science Practice 2, exceed 2013 AP Next Generation National Standards
• For Use With (Application): For students examine the relationship between transmittance, absorbance and solution concentration using beer's law (a = e.b.c) after determining lmax, for ap or honors chemistry
• Product Type: Spectrophotometric Analysis Of Copper, Beer'S Law Chemistry Kit

• Grade: 10 to 14
• Includes: Copper sulfate, pentahydrate, 0.12m copper sulfate, 0.012m copper sulfate, 0.0024m copper sulfate, 0.00048m copper sulfate
• Class Size: 24 Students (12 Groups)