(Semi Final Pre Lab) Expt 1
(Semi Final Pre Lab) Expt 1
Pre-Laboratory Questions
1. Predict which samples in the experiment will be soluble/miscible in the solvents that will be used. What is
the basis of their solubility/miscibility?
2. What is the role of phenolphthalein in the neutralization reaction? Draw the structure of phenolphthalein
under acidic and basic conditions.
The role of phenolphthalein in neutralization reaction is to indicate whether the solution has reached
neutrality. When the solution is acidic, the phenolphthalein becomes colourless. On the other hand,
when the solution becomes more basic as the pH increases, the phenolphthalein becomes pink or
magenta.
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3. What are the expected results for the reactions: (a) CuSO4 with iron, (b) KMnO4 with ethanol, and (c)
KMnO4 with acetaldehyde? Write the chemical equation of the reactions, and identify which substance is
reduced and which is oxidized.
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Formula: NaOH may be corrosive to metals causes have product container or label at
severe skin burns and eye damage hand "Keep out of reach of children".
causes serious eye damage and Read label before use amd keep only
Name: Sodium Hydroxide harmful to aquatic life in its original container
Formula: HCl
corrosive to the eyes, skin, and avoid inhalation of vapor or mist and
mucous membranes use a self - breathing apparatus. avoid
Name: Hydrochloric Acid contact with eyes and skin
slightly irritating to the respiratory avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
Formula: KMnO4 system and may be harmful if clothes. do not breathe dust. keep
swallowed. Can severely irritate and away from drains, surface, and ground
burn the skin and eyes with possible water. retain contaminated washing
Name: Potassium Permanganate
eye damage water and dispose of it