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Chemistry Lab Report Format: You Have To Write These Parts On Binder Paper As One Single Document For Each Lab

This document outlines the format for chemistry lab reports, which are divided into four main sections: pre-lab, lab data, post-lab questions, and conclusion/discussion. The pre-lab section includes the purpose, variables, hypothesis, procedure, and safety rules. During the lab, students record observations and data. In the post-lab questions, students answer questions about the lab and discuss their answers with their group. For the conclusion/discussion section, students check their answers, ensure they understood the results, and write a concluding paragraph tying everything together using scientific vocabulary. Lab reports are typed and include title, purpose, hypothesis, variables, data, post-lab answers in complete sentences, and a multi-paragraph conclusion.

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Chemistry Lab Report Format: You Have To Write These Parts On Binder Paper As One Single Document For Each Lab

This document outlines the format for chemistry lab reports, which are divided into four main sections: pre-lab, lab data, post-lab questions, and conclusion/discussion. The pre-lab section includes the purpose, variables, hypothesis, procedure, and safety rules. During the lab, students record observations and data. In the post-lab questions, students answer questions about the lab and discuss their answers with their group. For the conclusion/discussion section, students check their answers, ensure they understood the results, and write a concluding paragraph tying everything together using scientific vocabulary. Lab reports are typed and include title, purpose, hypothesis, variables, data, post-lab answers in complete sentences, and a multi-paragraph conclusion.

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Chemistry Lab Report Format

Lab work is divided in to pre-lab, lab data, post-lab questions, and conclusion/discussion. YOU HAVE TO WRITE THESE PARTS ON BINDER PAPER AS ONE SINGLE DOCUMENT FOR EACH LAB. Pre-lab (to be done day before lab, if not completed, you will not do the lab): title and your name Purpose (scientific question! sometimes you need to think hard about it) Identify variables (Independent, Dependent) and control(s) Hypothesis (using complete sentences, using the format Ifthen because, and addressing the purpose) Procedure: re-write the steps in your own words: handwritten DO NOT cut and paste the handout! Identify 2 safety rules that apply to this lab Prepare a data table. Experiment (on the day of the lab) Record observations and data Make Calculations Draw graphs on graph paper Post-lab questions Answers to these question should be discussed in your lab group, write the various ideas on your notebook For homework, finish post-lab questions or revise them using the various resources available: textbook and other chemistry books. Post-lab class discussion/conclusion check your answers in class, take notes next to them make sure you understood the process and results use the vocabulary words that apply to this lab Rewrite the post-lab questions to include the class discussion elements Lab write-ups (2-4/semester) typed (Times New Roman/ Arial font #12) It will include: 1. First and last name, date, and period. 2. Title of lab. 3. Purpose (scientific question) 4. Hypothesis 5. Variables and controls 6. Data table and/or graphs 7. Post-lab questions and answers: Rework the answers to have them in complete sentences, use scientific terms, and verify the correctness of the answers using other resources such as your textbook. 8. At least 3 paragraph conclusion. DO NOT TURN IN A PAPER THAT HAS THE SAME IDENTICAL WORDS IN THE POST-LAB ANSWERS AS THE PEOPLE IN YOUR

LAB GROUP OR ANY OTHER CHEM STUDENT. DOING SO IS CHEATING AND RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THE PAPER AND FOR ALL PERSONS INVOLVED **IF you have computer problems, please attach a signed parent note.

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