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Forging Faculty–Student Relationships at the College Level Using a First-Year Research Experience David C. Forbes and Patricia M. Davis
Coupling the scholarly activities of the chemistry research faculty with that of the first-year honors general chemistry laboratory has resulted in additional research experience for undergraduate students and a rise of productivity within the chemistry department.
Forbes, David C.; Davis, Patricia M. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1696.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management |
Undergraduate Research
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Resorcinol Jay A. Young
Safe handling of resorcinol in the laboratory is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1618.
Consumer Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Salicylic Acid Jay A. Young
Safe handling of salicylic acid in the laboratory is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1617.
Consumer Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Sustainability Education and the ACS Committee on Environmental Improvement Laura E. Pence
The Education subcommittee of the Committee on Environmental Improvement is working on several complementary sustainability projects including informing chemistry departments about energy efficient fume hood management and working with textbook authors to incorporate sustainability throughout their educational materials.
Pence, Laura E. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1608.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Revising the ACS Guidelines for Chemistry Programs in Two-Year Colleges: Exploring Changes and Opportunities John V. Clevenger, Margaret S. Richards, and Jodi L. Wesemann
A draft of the next edition of the ACS Guidelines for Chemistry Programs in Two-Year Colleges contains guidelines designed to maximize the potential of students, faculty, and programs in two-year colleges; reflect changes in pedagogy, technology, and accountability; facilitate student transfer; and provide a more useful resource for strengthening programs.
Clevenger, John V.; Richards, Margaret S.; Wesemann, Jodi L. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1602.
Administrative Issues |
Chromatography |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Nonmajor Courses |
Professional Development |
Spectroscopy |
Undergraduate Research
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Biphenyl Jay A. Young
Safe handling and laboratory use of biphenyl are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1486.
Aromatic Compounds |
Laboratory Management
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Hydroquinone Jay A. Young
Safe handling and laboratory use of hydroquinone are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1485.
Laboratory Management
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Starch Jay A. Young
Safe handling of starch is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1341.
Laboratory Management
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A Non-Mercury Thermometer Alternative for Use in Older Melting Point Apparatuses Lois K. Ongley, Clayton S. Kern, and Barry W. Woods
This work demonstrates that lab-calibrated thermocouples are a statistically accurate and economically reasonable substitute for mercury thermometers to measure the melting point temperature for organic compounds in older Mel-Temp devices.
Ongley, Lois K.; Kern, Clayton S.; Woods, Barry W. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1263.
Calibration |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Molecular Properties / Structure |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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2-Propanol Jay A. Young
Safe handling and laboratory use of 2-propanol are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1186.
Alcohols |
Laboratory Management
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Ethyl Ether Jay A. Young
Safe handling of ethyl ether are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1185.
Ethers |
Laboratory Management
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Zinc Stearate Jay A. Young
Safe handling of zinc stearate is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1047.
Laboratory Management
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Zinc Chloride Jay A. Young
Safe handling of zinc chloride is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1046.
Laboratory Management
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Manganese(II) Sulfate Jay A. Young
Safe handling and laboratory uses of manganese(II) sulfate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 911.
Laboratory Management
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Potassium Iodate Jay A. Young
Safe handling and laboratory uses of potassium iodate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 910.
Laboratory Management
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A Directed Framework for Integrating Ethics into Chemistry Curricula and Programs Using Real and Fictional Case Studies Ellen R. Fisher and Nancy E. Levinger
This paper presents an approach to using real and fictional case studies with a range of ethical dilemmas appropriate for a variety of venues, from high school to undergraduate summer research programs to workshops with graduate and postdoctoral students.
Fisher, Ellen R.; Levinger, Nancy E. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 796.
Ethics |
Laboratory Management |
Learning Theories
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Potassium Nitrite Jay A. Young
Safe handling of potassium nitrite is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 779.
Laboratory Management
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Sodium Nitrite Jay A. Young
Safe handling of sodium nitrite is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 778.
Laboratory Management
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Revising the ACS Guidelines for Chemistry Programs in Two-Year Colleges: Shaping the Next Edition John V. Clevenger and Jodi L. Wesemann
Much has changed since the second edition of the ACS Guidelines for Chemistry Programs in Two-Year Colleges was prepared in 1997. The roles that two-year college programs can and do play in providing access to and success in higher education are receiving more attention.
Clevenger, John V.; Wesemann, Jodi L. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 770.
Administrative Issues |
Applications of Chemistry |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Nonmajor Courses |
Professional Development |
Student / Career Counseling |
Undergraduate Research |
Student-Centered Learning
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Dimethyl Sulfoxide Jay A. Young
The hazards of dimethyl sulfoxide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 629.
Laboratory Management
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Chloroform Jay A. Young
Safe handling of chloroform in the laboratory is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 628.
Laboratory Management
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Perchloric Acid (60–72% Aqueous Solution) Jay A. Young
Safe handling and laboratory use of perchloric acid (6072% aqueous solution) is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 493.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management
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Picric Acid Jay A. Young
Safe handling and laboratory use of picric acid is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 492.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management
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Copper(II) Chloride Dihydrate Jay A. Young
Safe handling and proper laboratory use of copper(II) chloride dihydrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 365.
Laboratory Management
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Nickel(II) Sulfate Hexahydrate Jay A. Young
Safe handling and proper laboratory use of nickel(II) sulfate hexahydrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 364.
Laboratory Management
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Tin(II) Chloride Dihydrate Jay A. Young
Proper handling and safety tips for tin(II) chloride dihydrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 194.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Tin(II) Oxide Jay A. Young
Proper handling and safety tips for tin(II) oxide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 193.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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The Role of the Laboratory in Chemistry Instruction M. J. Elliott, K. K. Stewart, and J. J. Lagowski
This article builds a consensus among historic commentators regarding the important features of the laboratory experience to establish its role in chemistry instruction.
Elliott, M. J.; Stewart, K. K.; Lagowski, J. J. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 145.
Laboratory Management
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tert-Amyl Alcohol Jay A. Young
Safe handling of tert-amyl alcohol are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 43.
Alcohols |
Laboratory Management
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n-Amyl Alcohol Jay A. Young
Safe handling of n-amyl alcohol are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 42.
Alcohols |
Laboratory Management
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Disodium Hydrogen Phosphate Dodecahydrate Jay A. Young
Safe handling techniques for disodium hydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1916.
Laboratory Management
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Sodium Sulfite Jay A. Young
Safe handling techniques for sodium sulfite are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1915.
Laboratory Management
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Titanium Tetrachloride Jay A. Young
Proper handling and safety tips for titanium tetrachloride are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1760.
Laboratory Management
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Potassium Fluoride Jay A. Young
Proper handling and safety tips for potassium fluoride are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1759.
Laboratory Management
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Sodium Chloride Jay A. Young
Proper handling and safety tips for sodium chloride are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1758.
Laboratory Management
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Integrated Laboratories: Crossing Traditional Boundaries Debra K. Dillner, Robert F. Ferrante, Jeffrey P. Fitzgerald, William B. Heuer, and Maria J. Schroeder
Describes a new, integrated laboratory curriculum recently developed at the U.S. Naval Academy in response to the 1999 ACS Committee on Professional Training guidelines that required inclusion of biochemistry and a stronger emphasis on student research.
Dillner, Debra K.; Ferrante, Robert F.; Fitzgerald, Jeffrey P.; Heuer, William B.; Schroeder, Maria J. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1706.
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Management
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Antimony(III) Oxide Jay A. Young
The safe handling of antimony(III) oxide is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1602.
Laboratory Management
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Antimony(V) Chloride Jay A. Young
The safe handling of antimony(V) chloride is discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1601.
Laboratory Management
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Urea Jay A. Young
The hazards of urea are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1421.
Laboratory Management
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Lactic Acid Jay A. Young
The hazards of lactic acid are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1420.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Mercury(II) Sulfate Jay A. Young
The hazards of mercury(II) sulfate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1273.
Laboratory Management
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Orthophosphoric Acid (85%) Jay A. Young
The hazards of orthophosphoric acid are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1103.
Laboratory Management
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Calcium Carbonate Jay A. Young
The hazards of calcium carbonate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1102.
Ionic Bonding |
Laboratory Management
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Peer-Developed and Peer-Led Labs in General Chemistry Lorena Tribe and Kim Kostka
Describes a student-developed and led laboratory curriculum as a model for producing a more student-centered and rich laboratory experience in general chemistry laboratories.
Tribe, Lorena; Kostka, Kim. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1031.
Acids / Bases |
Electrochemistry |
Equilibrium |
Kinetics |
Laboratory Management |
Thermodynamics |
Student-Centered Learning
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Triethylamine Jay A. Young
The hazards of triethylamine are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 926.
Amines / Ammonium Compounds |
Laboratory Management
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Cyclohexane Jay A. Young
The hazards of cyclohexane are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 925.
Laboratory Management
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Phenol Jay A. Young
Safety precautions for handling phenol are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 759.
Phenols |
Laboratory Management
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Magnesium Chloride Jay A. Young
The hazards of magnesium chloride are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 412.
Laboratory Management
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Magnesium Jay A. Young
The hazards of magnesium are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 411.
Laboratory Management |
Metals
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A Dam for Cup Sinks To Keep Chemical Spills from the Drain Frederick C. Sauls and Janine M. Alexis
A dam of gasket material around the sink can resolve the difficulty of chemical spills in the hood.
Sauls, Frederick C.; Alexis, Janine M. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 232.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Trilead Tetroxide Jay A. Young
The hazards of trilead tetroxide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 226.
Laboratory Management
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Lead Jay A. Young
The hazards of lead are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 225.
Laboratory Management |
Metals
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p-Dichlorobenzene Jay A. Young
The hazards of p-dichlorobenzene are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1755.
Laboratory Management |
Aromatic Compounds
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o-Dichlorobenzene Jay A. Young
The hazards of o-dichlorobenzene are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1754.
Laboratory Management |
Aromatic Compounds
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o-Cresol Jay A. Young
The hazards of o-cresol are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1753.
Laboratory Management
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Ninhydrin Jay A. Young
The hazards of ninhydrin are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1595.
Laboratory Management
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Phenylhydrazine Jay A. Young
The hazards of phenylhydrazine are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1594.
Laboratory Management
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Copper Jay A. Young
The hazards of copper are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1460.
Laboratory Management |
Metals
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Boric Acid Jay A. Young
The hazards of boric acid are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1459.
Laboratory Management |
Acids / Bases
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Lead(II) Carbonate Jay A. Young
The hazards of lead(II) carbonate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1458.
Laboratory Management
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Lead(II) Oxide Jay A. Young
The hazards of lead(II) oxide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1457.
Laboratory Management
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Potassium Iodide Jay A. Young
The hazards of potassium iodide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1286.
Laboratory Management
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Iodine Jay A. Young
The hazards of iodine are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1285.
Laboratory Management |
Nonmetals
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Methyl Iodide Jay A. Young
The hazards of methyl iodide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1284.
Laboratory Management
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Methyl Acetate Jay A. Young
The hazards of methyl acetate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1132.
Laboratory Management
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Methanol Jay A. Young
The hazards of methanol are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1131.
Alcohols |
Laboratory Management
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p-Sulfanilic Acid Jay A. Young
The hazards of p-sulfanilic acid are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 990.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management
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Cumene Jay A. Young
The hazards of cumene are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 989.
Laboratory Management
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Ethyl Bromide Jay A. Young
The hazards of ethyl bromide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 841.
Laboratory Management
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n-Butyl Alcohol Jay A. Young
The hazards of n-butyl alcohol are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 840.
Alcohols |
Laboratory Management
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Benzoic Acid Jay A. Young
The hazards of benzoic acid are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 697.
Laboratory Management
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Benzoyl Peroxide Jay A. Young
The hazards of benzoyl peroxide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 696.
Laboratory Management
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Methyl Methacrylate Jay A. Young
The hazards of methyl methacrylate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 695.
Laboratory Management
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Mercury(II) Oxide Jay A. Young
The hazards of mercury(II) oxide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 540.
Laboratory Management
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Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Jay A. Young
The hazards of barium hydroxide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 539.
Laboratory Management
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Update on Carcinogens for Chemical Information Laboratory Profiles Jay A. Young
The recently published 11th edition of the Report on Carcinogens contains two lists of compounds, titled Known To Be Human Carcinogens and Reasonably Anticipated To Be a Human Carcinogen. There are several new compounds in those lists, including lead, lead compounds, and naphthalene.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 384.
Laboratory Management
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Barium Acetate Monohydrate Jay A. Young
The hazards of barium acetate monohydrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 380.
Laboratory Management
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Comparing Faculty and Student Perspectives of Graduate Teaching Assistants' Teaching Romola A. Bernard Rodriques and Janet Bond-Robinson
Assessments of teaching quality by undergraduates and faculty are illustrated in this study of new graduate students training as TAs.
Rodriques, Romola A. Bernard; Bond-Robinson, Janet. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 305.
Laboratory Management |
Professional Development |
Learning Theories |
TA Training / Orientation
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Benzaldehyde Jay A. Young
The hazards of benzaldehyde are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1770.
Laboratory Management |
Aromatic Compounds
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Benzene Jay A. Young
The hazards of benzene are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1769.
Laboratory Management |
Aromatic Compounds
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Benzidine Jay A. Young
The hazards of benzidine are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1768.
Laboratory Management |
Aromatic Compounds
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JCE Chemical Laboratory Information Profiles (CLIPs) on CD-ROM. Abstract of JCE CLIPs 2005 Jon L. Holmes
All 106, one-page Chemical Laboratory Information Profiles, published from April 2001 through July 2005, have been collected as PDF files on a single CD-ROM, JCE CLIPs.
Holmes, Jon L. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1744.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Ammonium Thiocyanate Jay A. Young
The hazards of ammonium thiocyanate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1619.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Ammonium Chloride Jay A. Young
The hazards of ammonium chloride are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1618.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Ammonium Dichromate Jay A. Young
The hazards of ammonium dichromate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1617.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Who Is Responsible for a Fraud: An Exercise Examining Research Misconduct and the Obligations of Authorship through Case Studies Brian K. Niece
This exercise uses two recent incidents of research misconduct to introduce students to the issue of ethics in scientific publication.
Niece, Brian K. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1521.
Ethics |
Laboratory Management |
Professional Development |
Student-Centered Learning
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Poly(Vinyl Alcohol) Jay A. Young
The hazards of poly(vinyl alcohol) are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1466.
Laboratory Management
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Luminol (3-Aminophthalhydrazide) Jay A. Young
The hazards of luminol (3-aminophthalhydrazide) are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1465.
Laboratory Management
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An Improved Preparation of 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazine Reagent Ben Ruekberg and Eric Rossoni
In the analysis of aldehydes and ketones (both for characterizing the functional group and identifying such compounds by the melting points of their derivatives), 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine reagent is often used. Of the several formulations of this reagent, the most popular uses sulfuric acid. The method involves making a paste of 2,4-dinitro-phenylhydrazine in concentrated sulfuric acid, dispersion of the paste in ethanol, addition of water, and the filtration of the reagent. This improvement uses milder conditions, which may obviate the need for the final filtration. Those responsible for preparation of stock reagent solutions for classes should note that this method facilitates scaling up the preparation.
Ruekberg, Ben; Rossoni, Eric. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1310.
Aldehydes / Ketones |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Magnesium Sulfate Jay A. Young
The hazards of magnesium sulfate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 678.
Laboratory Management
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Magnesium Oxide Jay A. Young
The hazards of magnesium oxide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 677.
Laboratory Management
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Weighing Paper Substitute Ben Ruekberg
Patty paper sheets are suggested as a low-cost replacement for weighing paper.
Ruekberg, Ben. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 620.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Copper(II) Nitrate Trihydrate Jay A. Young
The hazards of copper(II) nitrate trihydrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 375.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Mercury Jay A. Young
The hazards of mercury are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 203.
Metals |
Laboratory Management
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Hydrogen Sulfide Jay A. Young
The hazards of hydrogen sulfide are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 202.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Catechol Jay A. Young
The hazards of catechol are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 31.
Alcohols |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Sodium Borate Hydrogen Peroxidate Trihydrate Jay A. Young
The hazards of sodium borate hydrogen peroxidate trihydrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 30.
Laboratory Management
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Iron(III) Chloride Jay A. Young
The hazards of iron(III) chloride are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1710.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Lead(II) Nitrate Jay A. Young
The hazards of lead(II) nitrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1709.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Lead(II) Chromate Jay A. Young
The hazards of lead(II) chromate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1708.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Carbon Tetrachloride Jay A. Young
The hazards of carbon tetrachloride are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1416.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Dichloromethane Jay A. Young
The hazards of dichloromethane are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1415.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Ethyl Alcohol Jay A. Young
The hazards of ethyl alcohol are described.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1414.
Laboratory Management |
Alcohols |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Scaling Up Effects in the Organic Laboratory Anna Persson and Ulf M. Lindström
A simple, yet safe and effective set of experiments to expose chemistry students to some of the effects that may be encountered when scaling up an organic reaction is described. The exothermic DielsAlder reaction between maleic anhydride and cyclopentadiene was found to be ideal for our purposes and was performed in small, medium, and large scale for comparison. The observed differences of heat evolution between the three scales were significant. Also, to demonstrate how excess heat evolution can be controlled by simple means, two additional experiments in which the reaction was run either with small glass helices or water present were performed.
Persson, Anna; Lindström, Ulf M. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1353.
Industrial Chemistry |
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management
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Solvent-Free Synthesis of Chalcones Daniel R. Palleros
The solvent-free synthesis of 20 chalcones was carried out by grinding the benzaldehyde (unsubstituted, 4-methyl, 4-methoxy, 3-chloro, or 4-chloro) and the acetophenone (unsubstituted, 4-methyl, 4-bromo, or 4-methoxy) in the presence of solid sodium hydroxide with a mortar and pestle. In general, the chalcones were obtained in high yields and high purity. Minor quantities of ketol and Michael addition product were detected by NMR spectroscopy. These side-products were easily removed by recrystallization.
Palleros, Daniel R. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1345.
Green Chemistry |
NMR Spectroscopy |
Synthesis |
Solids |
Laboratory Management
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Sink Inserts for Flood Prevention Fraser F. Fleming, Daniel J. Bodnar, and David L. Hardesty
A simple, inexpensive insert is described for preventing flooding in lab sinks. The insert is essentially a tube with slots cut into the side that fits snugly into the drain outlet, preventing water buildup and providing additional drainage sites to avoid constriction by small lab items and paper towels.
Fleming, Fraser F.; Bodnar, Daniel J.; Hardesty, David L. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1344.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Water / Water Chemistry
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Mercury(II) Chloride Jay A. Young
The hazards of mercury(II) chloride are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1260.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Silver Nitrate Jay A. Young
The hazards of silver nitrate are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1259.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Triboluminescent Crystals from the Microwave Oven. What Is the Proper Regulation of Controlled Substances at Educational Institutions? Bruce Baldwin
Concerns the use of controlled substances in the laboratory.
Baldwin, Bruce. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1121.
Photochemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Triboluminescent Crystals from the Microwave Oven. In California, N-Acetylanthranilic Acid and Anthranilic Acid Are Controlled Substances—Have You Been Using Them Illegally? Arnold L. Rheingold
Concerns the use of controlled substances in the laboratory.
Rheingold, Arnold L. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1121.
Photochemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Titanium(IV) Oxide Jay A. Young
The hazards of titanium(IV) oxide are described.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1115.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Lead Dioxide Jay A. Young
The hazards of lead dioxide are described.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1114.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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The Problem with Organic Chemistry Labs Jerry R. Mohrig
Despite the educational limitations of cookbook verification experiments, the majority of undergraduate organic chemistry laboratories are still based on them. What is so often missing in these labs is the opportunity for students to interpret their experimental results in the context of a real problem. We need to recast our projects and experiments so that questions serve as the basis for lab investigations. This question-driven, guided-inquiry approach to laboratory teaching will allow students to participate effectively in the process of experimental organic chemistry.
Mohrig, Jerry R. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 1083.
Laboratory Management
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Naphthalene Jay A. Young
The hazards of naphthalene are discussed.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 795.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A Convenient Storage Rack for Graduated Cylinders Brian Love
The design of a storage rack for graduated cylinders is described. The rack offers the advantage of being able to store large quantities of graduated cylinders in a small space, while at the same time organizing them according to size.
Love, Brian. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 701.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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N,N-Dimethylformamide Jay A. Young
The hazards of N,N-dimethylformamide are described.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 632.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Chloroacetic acid Jay A. Young
The hazards of chloroacetic acid are described.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 631.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Methyl Ethyl Ketone Jay A. Young
The hazards of methyl ethyl ketone are described.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 630.
Laboratory Management |
Aldehydes / Ketones |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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How Students Use Scientific Instruments To Create Understanding: CCD Spectrophotometers. Can We Afford Affordances? Roy W. Clark
"Affordances" must be an educationese term that is delightfully meaningful to the authors, and it is my hope that in future papers these authors might define their terms when writing for mere chemists.
Clark, Roy W. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 486.
Instrumental Methods |
Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Learning Theories |
UV-Vis Spectroscopy |
Constructivism
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Calcium Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for calcium.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 479.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Metals |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Silver Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for silver.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 478.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Metals |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Aluminum Chloride Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for aluminum chloride.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 331.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Sodium Iodide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium iodide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 330.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Aluminum Sulfate 18 Hydrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for aluminum sulfate 18 hydrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 187.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chlorine Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for chlorine.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 186.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Using a Disposable Pipet for Preparing Air-Sensitive Compounds for Melting Point Determinations or Storage Martial Sanz
An inexpensive disposable Pasteur pipet can be transformed into a capillary tube, which, once correctly coupled with a Quickfit adapter with a side arm by means of a rubber septum, can receive under a dried and inert atmosphere air-sensitive samples from a Schlenk-type vessel.
Sanz, Martial. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 106.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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Stearic Acid Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for stearic acid.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 25.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Carboxylic Acids |
Acids / Bases |
Physical Properties
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Triethanolamine Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for triethanolamine.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 24.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Amines / Ammonium Compounds |
Physical Properties |
Alcohols
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Lead Acetate Trihydrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for lead acetate trihydrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1374.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Mercury(II) Nitrate Monohydrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for mercury(I) nitrate monohydrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1373.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Comparing the Titrations of Mixed-Acid Solutions Using Dropwise and Constant-Flow Techniques Paul Charlesworth, Matthew J. Seguin, and David J. Chesney
Real-time titration techniques are found to result in significantly decreased analysis times while maintaining a low experimental error.
Charlesworth, Paul; Seguin, Matthew J.; Chesney, David J. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1311.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Quantitative Analysis |
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Sodium Dichromate Dihydrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium dichromate dihydrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1251.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium hydrogen carbonate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1250.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Nitrogen, Liquid Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for liquid nitrogen.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1133.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Hydrogen Peroxide, 3% Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for 3% hydrogen peroxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1132.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Potassium Cyanide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for potassium cyanide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 998.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Sodium Cyanide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium cyanide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 997.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Potassium Dichromate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for potassium dichromate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 874.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Potassium Permanganate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for potassium permanganate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 873.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Acrylonitrile Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for acrylonitrile.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 737.
Descriptive Chemistry |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Diethyl Phthalate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for diethyl phthalate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 736.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Carbon Disulfide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for carbon disulfide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 735.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Low-Cost Temperature Control from 160 K to Ambient Temperature Using Liquid Nitrogen Evaporation Gustavo S. Faraudo and Daniel E. Weibel
Apparatus to control temperature between 110 and 283 K without the need to precool the evaporated gas from a liquid reservoir.
Faraudo, Gustavo S.; Weibel, Daniel E. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 676.
Gases |
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Antimony(III) Chloride Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for antimony(III) chloride.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 611.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Cobalt(II) Chloride Hexahydrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 610.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Isopropyl Ether Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for isopropyl ether.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 609.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Liquid Oxygen Hazards Jonathan Mitschele
Risk of detonation if liquid oxygen comes into contact with grease, along with Web addresses concerning the hazards of liquid oxygen.
Mitschele, Jonathan. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 486.
Laboratory Management
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Canola Oil Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for canola oil.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 481.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Citric Acid Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for citric acid.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 480.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Graphite Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for graphite.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 379.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Calcium Carbide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for calcium carbide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 378.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Effective Laboratory Experiences for Students with Disabilities: The Role of a Student Laboratory Assistant Laura E. Pence, Harry J. Workman, and Pauline Riecke
Adapting the laboratory environment to accommodate students with disabilities; includes two specific case studies (one mobily disabled and the other blind) and conclusions drawn from them.
Pence, Laura E.; Workman, Harry, J.; Riecke, Pauline. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 295.
Administrative Issues |
Nonmajor Courses |
TA Training / Orientation |
Learning Theories |
Minorities in Chemistry |
Laboratory Management |
Nonmajor Courses
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Chromium(VI) Oxide, CrO3 Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for chromium(VI) oxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 259.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Aluminum Oxide, Al2O3 Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for aluminum oxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 258.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Copper(I) Oxide, Cu2O Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for copper(I) oxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 257.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Iron(II) Sulfate Heptahydrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 141.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Zirconium(IV) Oxide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for zirconium(IV) oxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 140.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Pollution Prevention Guideline for Academic Laboratories Edwin Li, Stanley M. Barnett, and Barbara Ray
A methodology to evaluate alternatives to reduce or eliminate the generation of laboratory chemical and biological waste.
Li, Edwin; Barnett, Stanley M.; Ray, Barbara. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 45.
TA Training / Orientation |
Laboratory Management
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CLIP: Glycerol Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for glycerol.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 25.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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CLIP: Ammonia, aqueous Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for ammonia.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 24.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Sodium Nitrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium nitrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1414.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Nitric Acid (approx. 70%) Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for nitric acid.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1413.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Small Scale Reactor for Ultraviolet Photochemistry James E. Gano, Andrew J. Gano, Patricia Garry, and Padmanabhan Sekher
Apparatus for performing photochemical reactions at a variety of wavelengths.
Gano, James E.; Gano, Andrew J.; Garry, Patricia; Sekher, Padmanabhan. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1361.
Free Radicals |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Synthesis |
Photochemistry |
Undergraduate Research |
Laboratory Management
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Sodium Carbonate (anhydrous) Na2CO3 Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for anhydrous sodium carbonate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1315.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Sodium Acetate CH3COONa Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium acetate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1314.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Sodium Fluoride Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium fluoride.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1197.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Sodium Hypochlorite Solution Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium hypochlorite solution.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1196.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Correction to Featured Molecule of July 2002 (re J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 772)
Correct formula of anthracene.
J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1071.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Molecular Properties / Structure
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Potassium Chromate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for potassium chromate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1065.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Osmium Tetroxide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for osmium tetroxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1064.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Sulfur (S8) Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sulfur.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1063.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Potassium Perchlorate: Chemical Laboratory Information Profile Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for potassium perchlorate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 937.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Potassium Chlorate: Chemical Laboratory Information Profile Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for potassium chlorate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 936.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Mercury(I) chloride Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for mercury(I) chloride.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 799.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Sodium thiosulfate pentahydrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium thiosulfate pentahydrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 798.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Glass Wool Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for glass wool.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 673.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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Acetaldehyde Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for acetaldehyde.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 672.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 565.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Tethering Bottle Caps Ben Ruekberg
Method to prevent mixing reagent bottle caps.
Ruekberg, Ben. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 499.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 439.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Cover Puzzle: What's Wrong in This Lab?
Identifying unsafe and incorrect lab techniques in the photos provided.
J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 432.
Laboratory Management
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 426.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Acids / Bases
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Sodium Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 425.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Metals
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 317.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 169.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Copper(II) Sulfate Pentahydrate Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 158.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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Formic Acid Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for formic acid.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 157.
Acids / Bases |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management |
Carboxylic Acids
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 37.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Oleic Acid Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for oleic acid.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 24.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Acids / Bases
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Arsenic(III) Oxide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for arsenic(III) oxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 23.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1605.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profiles (CLIPs) (re J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 444) Stanley H. Pine
Value of Chemical Laboratory Information Profiles and similar resources on safety information.
Pine, Stanley H. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1593.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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Further Information on the Hazards of n-Hexane (re J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 587) Jay A. Young
Consideration of a flammable liquid above its flash point.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1593.
Alkanes / Cycloalkanes |
Laboratory Management
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Further Information on the Hazards of n-Hexane (re J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 587) J. C. Jones
Consideration of a flammable liquid above its flash point.
Jones, J. C. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1593.
Alkanes / Cycloalkanes |
Laboratory Management
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Further Information on the Hazards of n-Hexane (re J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 587) J. C. Jones
Consideration of a flammable liquid above its flash point.
Jones, J. C. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1593.
Alkanes / Cycloalkanes |
Laboratory Management
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Petroleum Ether Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for petroleum ether.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1588.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Asbestos Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for asbestos.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1587.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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An Inexpensive Water Jacket for a Polarimeter Tube F. A. Kundell and W. A. Adkins
Design and construction of an inexpensive water jacket for a polarimeter tube.
Kundell, F. A.; Adkins, W. A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1516.
Carbohydrates |
Kinetics |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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The Construction of the UCSC Econo-Box: An Inexpensive Yet Effective Glove Box Jeff T. Suri
Plans for construction of an inexpensive yet effective glove box.
Suri, Jeff T. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1513.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Water / Water Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Out of the Editor's Basket
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J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1471.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Sucrose Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sucrose.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1460.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Carbohydrates
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Turpentine Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for turpentine.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1459.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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An Improved Preparation of a-D-(+)-Glucopyranose Pentaacetate Paul F. Schatz
Using iodine rather than zinc chloride as a Lewis-acid catalyst in the preparation of alpha-(+)-glucopyranose pentaacetate.
Schatz, Paul F. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1378.
NMR Spectroscopy |
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management |
Catalysis
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Out of the Editor's Basket
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J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1339.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Cobalt(II) Oxide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for cobalt(II) oxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1328.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Manganese(IV) Oxide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for manganese(IV) oxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1327.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Iron(III) Oxide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for iron(III) oxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1326.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Out of the Editor's Basket
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J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1189.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Acetic Anhydride Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for acetic anhydride.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1176.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Acetone Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for acetone.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1175.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1029.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Correction to Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: n-Hexane (J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 587) Jay A. Young
Corrected formula for n-hexane.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1021.
Alkanes / Cycloalkanes |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Out of the Editor's Basket
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J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 885.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Water Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for water.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 874.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Water / Water Chemistry
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Hydrochloric Acid (approx 36%) Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for hydrochloric acid.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 873.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Acids / Bases
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An Alternative One-Step Procedure for the Conversion of Piperonal to Piperonylnitrile James M. DeMott Jr. and Charles J. Kelley
An alternative procedure is presented for the conversion of piperonal to piperonylonitrile; advantages of this method include shortened time, better overall yield, and improvement in safety.
DeMott, James M., Jr.; Kelley, Charles J. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 780.
Microscale Lab |
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Sulfuric Acid (approx. 98%) Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for concentrated sulfuric acid.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 722.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Acids / Bases
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Acetic Acid (glacial) Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for acetic acid (glacial).
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 721.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Carboxylic Acids
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A Useful System for Microscale and Semi-microscale Fractional Distillation of Air-Sensitive Substances with High Boiling Points J. Alfredo Gutiérrez
A procedure to purify air-sensitive liquids with high boiling points using a horizontal distilling apparatus that avoids extreme refluxing and can efficiently separate the fractions of a mixture.
Gutiérrez, J. Alfredo. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 653.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Liquids |
Microscale Lab |
Separation Science |
Laboratory Management
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A Simple Solution for Leaking Polarimeter Cells Gene A. Hiegel
Polarimeter cell windows can be coated with a solution of silicone oil to prevent the cells from leaking.
Hiegel, Gene A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 648.
Chirality / Optical Activity |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Borax Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for borax.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 588.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: n-Hexane Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for n-hexane.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 587.
Alkanes / Cycloalkanes |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Phenolphthalein Solution Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for phenolphthalein solution.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 448.
Acids / Bases |
Dyes / Pigments |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical Laboratory Information Profile: Sodium Hydroxide Jay A. Young
Properties, hazards, and storage requirements for sodium hydroxide.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 447.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Introducing Chemical Laboratory Information Profiles: CLIPs Jay A. Young
Documentation that describes the hazards of a chemical in a manner that is useful for teachers and their students; proposed list of chemicals to consider.
Young, Jay A. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 444.
Administrative Issues |
Descriptive Chemistry |
TA Training / Orientation |
Toxicology |
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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An Alternative to Mercury Thermometers Alexander Nezlin
This brief laboratory safety note describes a simple and inexpensive way to protect a metallic thermometer probe, thus allowing employment of digital thermometers and or digital temperature controllers in aggressive media.
Nezlin, Alexander. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 342.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An Efficient and Inexpensive Apparatus for Hot Filtration Carlos C. Romão and Hermínio P. Diogo
An efficient apparatus for hot filtration is described. It is constructed from recycled glass laboratory material (Erlenrneyer flask and funnel), modified by simple glass blowing techniques.
Romão, Carlos C.; Diogo, Hermínio P. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 65.
Crystals / Crystallography |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Suggested Modifications to a Distillation-Free Solvent Purification System Peter J. Alaimo, David W. Peters, John Arnold, and Robert G. Bergman
A number of modifications to a previously published distillation-free solvent purification system are suggested; the recommended changes result in a substantial savings of cost, space, and time.
Alaimo, Peter J.; Peters, David W.; Arnold, John; Bergman, Robert G. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 64.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Undergraduate Research |
Solutions / Solvents
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1567.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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A Ten-Dollar Stirring Device for the Microscale Laboratory Jeffrey John Willemsen
An easy-to-build, inexpensive stirring device, powered by compressed air and assembled from parts that are readily available, is described.
Willemsen, Jeffrey John. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1476.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1417.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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In Praise of Latex Gloves Francisco J. Arnáiz
Latex gloves, and in general flexible gloves, are inexpensive ubiquitous items whose utility in chemistry labs goes far beyond their primary mission. Here we mention some typical situations in which latex gloves can aid in overcoming difficulties that might arise in common labs.
Arnáiz, Francisco J. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1354.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Teflon Tape--The Leaky Buret Remedy Brett C. Boshco and John J. Griffin
As a remedy for buret leaks caused by an improper tip-to-stopcock fit, Teflon tape should be wrapped tightly around the glass tip before its insertion into the stopcock. This tape will fill voids as the glass tip is pushed up while twisting into the stopcock, providing the seal needed where silicone grease failed.
Boshco, Brett C.; Griffin, John J. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1342.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1287.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1129.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Laboratory Design, Construction and Renovation: Participants, Process, and Product
by the Committee on Design, Construction, and Renovation of Laboratory Facilities Jeffrey Kovac
Addresses all the major issues in any laboratory construction project, human, process, and technical, and provides a thorough overview of the entire process.
Kovac, Jeffrey D. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1126.
Administrative Issues |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Out of the Editor's Basket
Information on selected laboratory equipment; manuals, catalogs, and brochures; software and computers; teaching aids; and other chemistry-related products.
J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 975.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Effective, Safe, and Inexpensive Microscale Ultrasonic Setup for Teaching and Research Labs Angel M. Montaña and Pedro M. Grima
A homemade, safe, effective, and inexpensive reactor for ultrasonic horns with applications in microscale experiments in teaching and research laboratories is presented.
Montaña, Angel M.; Grima, Pedro M. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 754.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Metals |
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Management
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Dry-Ice Bath Based on Ethylene Glycol Mixtures Do W. Lee and Craig M. Jensen
Bath mixtures of ethanol and ethylene glycol in dry ice produce sustainable constant temperatures over the range from -12 to -78 C, is less toxic than previously reported mixtures of ortho- and meta-xylene, does not intractably solidify as will dry ice slurries of xylenes, and is less costly than xylene mixtures.
Lee, Do W.; Jensen, Craig M. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 629.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Management
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Fire, Water, and Soot--A Cautionary Tale Stanley H. Pine
A fire in an organic chemistry laboratory caused serious damage to a large part of the Chemistry and Biochemistry area. The fire is believed to have been caused by a buildup of flammable vapors that were ignited by a drying oven. Hot weather, poor air circulation, and ductless fume hoods may have contributed to conditions favorable to initiating the fire.
Pine, Stanley H. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 547.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Inexpensive Pipet or Buret Jar and Washer Henry Brouwer
Instructions are given for constructing a pipet or buret jar and automatic washer using readily available materials from a plumbing supply store.
Brouwer, Henry. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 254.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An Integrated Lecture-Laboratory Environment for General Chemistry Christina Bailey, Kevin Kingsbury, Kristen Kulinowski, Jeffrey Paradis, and Rod Schoonover
A major curriculum revision focused on increased expectations for incoming students, a materials science approach to make chemistry relevant to the core of engineering programs, and the use of current technology both in the classroom and in the laboratory environment led to the construction of a studio-type classroom in which all factors are coalesced for a learning experience few universities can offer.
Bailey, Christina; Kingsbury, Kevin; Kulinowski, Kristen; Paradis, Jeffrey; Schoonover, Rod. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 195.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Nonmajor Courses |
Laboratory Management
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An Alternative Procedure for the Glucose Oxidase Assay of Glucose as Applied to the Lactase Activity Assay T. Corbin Mullis, Jeffery T. Winge, and S. Todd Deal
The glucose oxidase assay of glucose has been modified to eliminate the use of micropipets. The modification involves the use of disposable Pasteur pipets and a specified number of drops of each reagent. This simplified technique gives accurate and reproducible results.
Mullis, T. Corbin; Winge, Jeffery T.; Deal, S. Todd. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 1711.
Enzymes |
Carbohydrates |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Microscale Chemistry and Green Chemistry: Complementary Pedagogies Mono M. Singh, Zvi Szafran, and R. M. Pike
Green chemistry emphasizes the concepts of atom economy, source reduction, pathway modification, solvent substitution, and pollution prevention as means of improving the environmental impact of industrial chemistry. Microscale chemistry serves as a tool for incorporating green chemistry ideas across the curriculum in educational institutions. Examples are drawn from microscale laboratory experiments to illustrate the pedagogic connection between the two areas.
Singh, Mono M.; Szafran, Zvi; Pike, Ronald M. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 1684.
Microscale Lab |
Learning Theories |
Green Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Chemical Waste Management for the Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator Steven W. Zimmer
For schools that generate relatively small quantities of waste, an individual can effectively manage the waste program without becoming overly burdened by the EPA regulations required for those generating large quantities of waste, if given the necessary support from the institution.
Zimmer, Steven W. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 808.
Aqueous Solution Chemistry |
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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Both Nylon and PET Fibers Burn Continuously under Atmospheric Conditions Shouei Fujishige, Nagako Maebashi, and Mizue Miyauchi
In contrast to the descriptions in many textbooks, it was confirmed by taking two series of photographs that both nylon and PET fibers burn continuously even after the ignition flame has been removed. The photographs also show that a small spherical fire ball forms and occasionally leaves from the flame.
Fujishige, Shouei; Maebashi, Nagako; Miyauchi, Mizue. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 793.
Consumer Chemistry |
Materials Science |
Gases |
Laboratory Management
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A Practical Guide for the Preparation of Specimens for X-ray Fluorescence and X-ray Diffraction Analysis (by V. E. Buhrke, R. Jenkins, and D. K. Smith) Reuben Rudman
Although its principal thrust is geared towards the analytical chemist in an X-ray diffraction (XRD) or X-ray fluorescence (XRF) service laboratory, this text will be of use primarily as a reference source in all milieus dealing with undergraduate research projects and advanced laboratory courses in physical and analytical chemistry. It contains dozens of suggestions for preparing randomly oriented small samples of nearly anything.
Rudman, Reuben. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 762.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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The Laboratory Companion: A Practical Guide to Materials, Equipment, and Technique (by G. S. Coyne) Elizabeth A. Runquist
This book contains a unique collection of hard-to-obtain, valuable information on the use, maintenance, and calibration of common laboratory equipment. In addition, the book provides guidelines for purchasing common laboratory equipment.
Runquist, Elizabeth A. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 614.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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The Essential Guide to Analytical Chemistry (by G. Schwedt) Sandra K. Wheeler
Contents range from fundamental analytical principles and sample preparation to basic chemical, biochemical, electrochemical, thermal, atomic, and molecular techniques. There are also a few chapters at the end describing the automation of analytical procedures and specialized analytical applications such as radiochemical methods and chemical sensors.
Wheeler, Sandra K. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 476.
Chemical Technicians |
Laboratory Management
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Ammonia-Air Mixtures Can Be Explosive Tudela, David
Ammonia-air mixtures can be explosive.
Tudela, David J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 468.
Laboratory Management
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Re-Blue-ing Blue Litmus Paper Myers, David R.; Crane, Joseph
Re-blue-ing blue litmus paper using ammonium carbonate.
Myers, David R.; Crane, Joseph J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 319.
Laboratory Management |
Acids / Bases |
pH
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Design for a Miniature Portable Fume Hood Ronald A. Bailey and Samuel C. Wait Jr.
This paper describes the design of a folding bench-top hood that is readily moved and can be stored in a standard laboratory cabinet. In its folded form it takes up little space.
Bailey, Ronald A.; Wait, Samuel C., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 228.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Using Plastiline in the Laboratory Francisco J. Arnáiz
This is an invitation for a more widespread use of plastiline (an artist's material that is widely used for sculpture) in chemistry laboratories.
Arn$#225;iz, Francisco J. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 1418.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A Simple, Transparent Fume Hood John Fredericks
An inexpensive transparent fume hood can be constructed from a clear-plastic two-liter soft drink bottle that is cut just above the base. A length of vacuum tubing is secured to the opening of the bottle using black electrical tape. The tubing is then connected to a water aspirator.
Fredericks, John. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 1299.
Gases |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Oxidation / Reduction |
Laboratory Management
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A Solid-State Water Flow Fault Safety Switch for the Chemical Laboratory Jonas Gruber, Rosamaria Wu Chia Li, and Isaac Gruber
A low cost solid-state water flow fault switch with a thermal sensing device is described that cuts the electric power of the heating element, normally employed in distillation and reflux devices, whenever their cooling water streams are impaired. This to prevent any possible escape of distillate vapours which may be toxic or flammable.
Gruber, Jonas; Li, Rosamaria Wu Chia; Gruber, Isaac. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 1132.
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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MeasureNet: Electronic Measurement Network for the Freshman Chemistry Laboratory Estel D. Sprague, Robert Voorhees, Paul McKenzie, John J. Alexander, and Peter Padolik
All of the students in our freshman chemistry laboratory program now have routine access to a range of high-quality electronic measurements. This has been accomplished by means of a newly-designed network system, based on network technology developed by the automotive industry.
Sprague, Estel D.; Voorhees, Robert; McKenzie, Paul; Alexander, John J.; Padolik, Peter. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 859.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management
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A Simple Streaking Device For Preparative Thin Layer Chromatography Yong J. Kim
If the right tool is not available, loading a sample on a TLC plate is fairly tedious and time consuming. This article describes a procedure for making a simple and convenient streaking device from a Pasteur pipet.
Kim, Yong, J. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 640.
Thin Layer Chromatography |
Laboratory Management
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Swift Measurement of Densities of Low Melting Point Compounds Bruno Lunelli
For compounds that are solid at room temperature, the procedure described gives the density of the liquid near its melting point (similar to that quoted in the Aldrich catalog), and not that of the phase stable at room temperature.
Lunelli, Bruno. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 639.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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Delivery of Uniform and Countable Drops David F. Koster
A simple method that overcomes many of the problems when using a Beral pipet is to place the bulb of the pipet in a clamp (a 3-finger microclamp works well, but most any clamp will do). By slowly tightening the screws of the clamp one can deliver uniform and easily countable drops.
Koster, David F. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 637.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Management
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A Low-Cost Auto-Stop Hydraulic Press for Making KBr Disc Ping-Kay Hon
A hydraulic press fitted with an adjustable torque wrench, together with a stand made of iron bars will form an auto-stop hydraulic press for making KBr disc in IR studies. Total material cost is about $100.
Hon, Ping-Kay. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 629.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
IR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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A Microscale Laboratory Heating System Dwight Kinzer
A multifunctional heating system and a disposable still for use in the microscale laboratory are described. Time required for laboratory procedures is minimized. A novel microscale boiling point determination procedure is included.
Kinzer, Dwight. J. Chem. Educ. 1997, 74, 1333.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Microscale Lab |
Separation Science |
Laboratory Management
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The autors reply to: Waste Treatment in the Undergraduate Laboratory: Let the Students Do It! John J. Nash, Susan C. Nurrenbern, and Jeanne A. R. Meyer
Concern with removing sulfide from the filtrate.
Nash, John J.; Nurrenbern, Susan C.; Meyer, Jeanne A. R. J. Chem. Educ. 1997, 74, 1152.
Laboratory Management
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Waste Treatment in the Undergraduate Laboratory: Let the Students Do It! Volker Wiskamp
Having students treat wastes generated as part of their experimental work.
Wiskamp, Volker. J. Chem. Educ. 1997, 74, 1152.
Laboratory Management
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Working Safely with Chemicals in the Laboratory: A Student Guide by Christine E. Gorman, Ed. reviewed by George H. Wahl Jr.
This manual clearly meets its goals of explaining why certain chemicals can cause serious harm to personnel or to the environment. Pertinent EPA and OSHA regulations are introduced painlessly and explained clearly as an integral part of this message.
Wahl Jr., George H. J. Chem. Educ. 1997, 74, 1045.
Laboratory Management
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Removing Silicone Grease from Glassware Thomas H. Lowry
A recent note described the use of 5% aqueous hydrofluoric acid for removing silicone grease residues from round-bottom flasks. A safer and more convenient alternative is a saturated solution of sodium hydroxide in ethanol.
Lowry, Thomas H. J. Chem. Educ. 1997, 74, 841.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Management
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The Safe and Efficient Evaporation of a Solvent from Solution Andrew R. Mahon
By inverting an ordinary 200-mL vacuum flask and pulling a steady current of air from the vacuum apparatus through it, any type of small container can be placed under it, allowing the solvent to be evaporated in a steady, mistake-free manner .
Mahon, Andrew R. J. Chem. Educ. 1997, 74, 246.
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Report: 1996 Cost-Effective, Hands-On Chemistry Education Conference Carol Chen, Jeanne Murgado Dyer, Patricia B. Strawbridge
An international conference on cost-effective, hands-on chemistry education, consisting of scientists, science educators, and science students from middle school through the university level, was convened by the Institute for Chemical Education (ICE) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for two weeks during July 1996.
Chen, Carol; Dyer, Jeanne Murgado; Strawbridge, Patricia B. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, A236.
Conferences |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Professional Development
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Reports from Other Journals: Gleanings from Scientific American Paul F. Schatz
Scientific American provides a rich resource of background and general interest material for topics of chemical interest that can be used to supplement and enhance chemistry lecture and laboratory courses.
Schatz, Paul F. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, A234.
Drugs / Pharmaceuticals |
Nuclear / Radiochemistry |
Calorimetry / Thermochemistry |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Chemical Inventory and MSDS Systems (the author's response) Hunsley, James
MSDSs are required and not just limited to those automatically received.
Hunsley, James J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, A188.
Laboratory Management
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Chemical Inventory and MSDS Systems Kaufman, James A.
Having both an up to date inventory and MSDS's for hazardous chemicals is a good idea, but not a requirement by law.
Kaufman, James A. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, A188.
Laboratory Management
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Easy Filling of Capillaries in an Inert Atmosphere Francisco J. Arnáiz
The procedure described in this article offers a simpler way to charge capillaries or tubes in an inert atmosphere using inexpensive materials.
Arnaiz, Francisco J. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, A102.
Microscale Lab |
Solids |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Undergraduate Organic Chemistry Laboratory Safety Raymond W. Luckenbaugh
Each organic chemistry student should become familiar with the educational and governmental laboratory safety requirements. One method for teaching laboratory safety is to assign each student to locate safety resources for a specific class laboratory experiment.
Luckenbaugh, Raymond W. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 1083.
Laboratory Management
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Containment of Spray Reagents in TLC Spot Detection Josef G. Krause
If spraying a reagent with a power pac type device is preferred for this or some other reason, we suggest spraying the reagent inside of a twist tie-sealed, clear-plastic kitchen garbage bag.
Krause, Josef G. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 979.
Separation Science |
Thin Layer Chromatography |
Chromatography |
Laboratory Management
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A Simple Method for Determining the Temperature Coefficient of Voltaic Cell Voltage Alfred E. Saieed, Keith M. Davies
This article describes a relatively simple method for preparing voltaic cells, and through their temperature coefficient, ?E/?T, it explores relationships between ?G, ?H,and ?S for the cell reactions involved.
Saieed, Alfred E.; Davies, Keith M. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 959.
Electrochemistry |
Calorimetry / Thermochemistry |
Thermodynamics |
Electrolytic / Galvanic Cells / Potentials |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Oxidation / Reduction
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Thermoelectric Devices: Solid-State Refrigerators and Electrical Generators in the Classroom Edmund J. Winder, Arthur B. Ellis, George C. Lisensky
Thermoelectric devices provide an engaging high-tech demonstration suitable for illustrating thermodynamic principles in the classroom.
Winder, Edmund J.; Ellis, Arthur B.; Lisensky, George C. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 940.
Thermodynamics |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Semiconductors |
Electrochemistry |
Conductivity |
Solid State Chemistry
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Networked Instructional Chemistry: Using Technology To Teach Chemistry Stanley Smith and Iris Stovall
Networked multimedia microcomputers provide new ways to help students learn chemistry and to help instructors manage the learning environment.
Smith, Stanley; Stovall, Iris. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 911.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management |
Enrichment / Review Materials
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A Manageable Measurement Method for Sodium Mario Branca and Steven Loiselle
The use of sodium in chemical research is hampered by its reactivity in moist air, which leads to difficult handling and measurement methods. We describe a simple method using disposable microcapillary pipettes for small quantity applications.
J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 857.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Microscale Lab
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Iodine Clock Reaction Richard S. Mitchell
The study of kinetics using the iodine clock reaction has provided an interesting experience for students for many years.
Mitchell, Richard S. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 783.
Kinetics |
Laboratory Management
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Useful Spreadsheet for Updating Multistep Organic Synthesis Pedro Ortega, Miguel Guzmán, and Leonel Vera
188. The design of a spreadsheet that allows one to update the required stoichiometric relationships for a multistep synthesis, and how to interconnect the steps and scale up all the chemicals needed for preparation.
Ortega, Pedro A.; Guzman, Miguel E.; Vera, Leonel. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 726.
Synthesis |
Stoichiometry |
Laboratory Management
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A Consistent System for Coding Laboratory Samples John C. Sih
A formal laboratory coding system is presented to keep track of laboratory samples. Preliminary useful information regarding the sample (origin and history) is gained without consulting a research notebook.
John C. Sih. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 693.
Laboratory Management
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IR Spectroscopy Using Disposable Polyethylene Cards: A Replacement for KBr Pellets and Mulls Larry S. Wigman, Elizabeth E. Hart, and Constance Gombatz
Disposable IR cards are a simple alternative to KBr pellets and mineral oil mulls for the analysis of soluble compounds. These cards are commercially available from 3M. The film thickness is reproducible enough to allow for compensation in dual beam instruments or spectral subtraction in single beam instruments.
Larry S. Wigman, Elizabeth E. Hart, and Constance Gombatz. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 677.
IR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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A Modified Splash Guard Ranjit Desai and Phillip Eskola
During the solvent removal phase of chromatographic separation of organic mixtures using flash chromatography, the problem of vigorous silica-gel splashing is often encountered. We constructed a splash guard adapter which results in the full recovery of the splashed silica-gel.
Desai, Ranjit; Eskola, Philip. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 568.
Laboratory Management |
Chromatography |
Solutions / Solvents
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Economical Mixed Solvents for NMR Studies Jeffrey T. Burke
This brief article offers an alternative to expensive solvents such as DMSO-d6 and acetone-d6 which helps lessen the expense of solvents used for NMR studies. It calls for a mixture of the less expensive chloroform-d and DMSO-d6.
Burke, Jeffrey T. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 550.
Solutions / Solvents |
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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Disposable Syringe Used as a Grease Applicator Saqib Ali and M. Danish
This article describes the use of a disposable syringe as a grease applicator. It is possible to grease ground glasses and quickfit joints directly from the tube but then one tube can be used only by one person.
Ali, Saqib; Danish, M. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 475.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Staining TLC Plate Using a Cotton Ball Albert W. M. Lee and Zhong Zengpei
This article offers an alternative method of applying the staining reagents. The two common ways of application are spraying and dipping, but here we outline staining through the use of a cotton ball.
Lee, Albert W. M.; Zengpei, Zhong. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 358.
Thin Layer Chromatography |
Laboratory Management
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A Solenoid-Operated Gas or Liquid Saver Michael N. Quigley
A previous note in this Journal described the installation of a water reservoir that greatly facilitates the unattended operation of atomic absorption, emission, and plasma spectrophotometers. A further refinement is detailed here, that relates to the closure of gas valves supplying plasma spectrophotometers in particular, although chromatographs can be similarly modified.
Quigley, Michael N. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, 194.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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Instrumentation and Laboratory Improvement Grants in Chemistry
Listing of the 1995 awards in chemistry under the Instrumentation and Laboratory Improvement Program (ILI) of the Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE).
J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, A214.
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An Economical Replacement for Nitrogen in Solvent Removal in Microscale Organic Laboratories Ruekberg, Ben.
A simple way to remove solvents from reaction mixtures that are not readily oxidized.
Ruekberg, Ben. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, A200.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Microscale Lab
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An Efficient Microscale Procedure for the Preparation of 3,5-Dinitrobenzoates Smith, Richard F.; Cristalli, Gaetano M.
Efficient and simple microscale preparation of 3,5-dinitrobenzoates.
Smith, Richard F.; Cristalli, Gaetano M. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, A164.
Synthesis |
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management |
Microscale Lab |
Aromatic Compounds |
Esters
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Dictionary of Named Processes in Chemical Technology (Comyns, Alan E.)
Title of interest.
J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, A109.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Improving a Microscale Vitamin C Laboratory Helser, Terry L.
Procedure for increasing the stability of vitamin C samples and titrating dye for titrations.
Helser, Terry L. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, A10.
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Vitamins |
Laboratory Management |
Microscale Lab
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Microscale Preparation of AlCl3 Arnaiz, Francisco J.
Experimental procedure for producing anhydrous AlCl3 (aluminum chloride).
Arnaiz, Francisco J. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, A8.
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management |
Microscale Lab
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Laboratory Improvement with Fun D. Lorenzo and P. Moyna
Supporting round-bottomed glassware with wine corks.
Lorenzo, D.; Moyna, P. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1146.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Construction of a Spatula to Fit One-Dram, Screw-Cap Vials J. M. Lucas and E. J. Eisenbraun
Construction of a spatula to fit one-dram, screw-cap vials.
Lucas, J. M.; Eisenbraun, E. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1143.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Protecting Gas Chromatographic Syringes Ben Ruekberg
Suggestion for protecting gas chromatographic syringes.
Ruekberg, Ben. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1141.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Chromatography |
Laboratory Management
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A Convenient Way to Generate Hydrogen Chloride: In the Freshman Lab Francisco J. Arnáiz
A convenient way to generate hydrogen chloride.
Arnáiz, Francisco J. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1139.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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More Plates in One Chromatographic Tank Jamil Anwar
Suggested modifications to chromatographic tanks to accommodate more plates per tank.
Anwar, Jamil. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1136.
Chromatography |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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From Christmas Ornament to Glass Electrode Rogério T. da Rocha, Ivano G. R. Gutz, and Claudimir L. do Lago
Instructions and use of a homemade glass electrode for pH measurements/titrations.
Da Rocha, Rogerio T.; Gutz, Ivano G. R.; do Lago, Claudimir L. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1135.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Electrochemistry |
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Ion Selective Electrodes |
Aqueous Solution Chemistry |
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management |
pH
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The Great SO2 Canister Case: Or, How to Stop Worrying and Dispose of a Bomb P. E. Spargo
Clever disposal of a sealed cylinder containing liquid SO2.
Spargo, P. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1134.
Laboratory Management
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Cooling-Trough Condenser for Sublimation Tubes E. J. Eisenbraun and J. M. Lucas
Plans for a versatile cooling trough for large, test-tube shaped, sublimation tubes.
Eisenbraun, E. J.; Lucas, J. M. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1056.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Useful Plastic Items Available Marie Sherman
Items discarded by hospitals that can be used in chemistry laboratories.
Sherman, Marie. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 1028.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Using Copper sulfate as a Classification Test for Amino Acids and Amines Christine K. F. Hermann
Using copper sulfate to test for amino acids and amines that do not dissolve well in water.
Hermann, Christine K. F. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 940.
Amino Acids |
Laboratory Management |
Amines / Ammonium Compounds |
Qualitative Analysis
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The Use of Erythrosin B in Undergraduate Spectrophotometry Experiments L. James Stock III
Substitution of a nontoxic food color for an originally used toxic chromium(VI) salt in a general chemistry, spectrophotometry experiment.
Stock, L. James, III. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 926.
Toxicology |
Solutions / Solvents |
Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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Using Silica Gel Beads to Dispense Indicators and Reagents Akiko Furuhashi, Kunihiko Endo, and Akira Yamasaki
Using silica gel beads to dispense indicators and reagents.
Furuhashi, Akiko; Endo, Kunihiko; Yamasaki, Akira. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 832.
Surface Science |
Laboratory Management |
Dyes / Pigments
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A Different Approach to the Traditional Chemistry Lab Experience R. S. Majerle(1), R. E. Utecht, and C. J. Guetzloff
Improving the traditional three-hour chemistry laboratory with a 40-50 minute pre-lab lecture.
R. S. Majerle(1), R. E. Utecht, and C. J. Guetzloff. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 718.
Laboratory Management
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Meaningful Melting Points Kenneth Nolon Carter and Kenneth Nolan Carter, Jr.
Recommendations for laboratory standards for determining and reporting melting points.
Carter, Kenneth Nolon; Carter, Kenneth N., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 647.
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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Refrigeration of HPLC Mobile Phases Quigley, Michael N.
Suggestion for refrigeration of HPLC mobile phases.
Quigley, Michael N. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 555.
Chromatography |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
HPLC
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A Compromise Method for Dispensing Some Strong Acids for Qualitative Analysis Classes. Ruekberg, Ben.
Apparatus and procedure for dispensing strong acids to students.
Ruekberg, Ben. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 450.
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Quantitatively Dispensing Deliquescent Reagents Williams, Howard P.
Procedure for producing accurate solution concentrations for often difficult deliquescent reagents.
Williams, Howard P. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 447.
Laboratory Management
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Proper Waste Disposal Procedures (the author replies) Sherman, Marie C.
Response to objections regarding improper waste disposal.
Sherman, Marie C. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 286.
Water / Water Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Proper Waste Disposal Procedures Clarke, Karl
Objection to improper recommendation for waste disposal.
Clarke, Karl J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 286.
Water / Water Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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The Synthesis and Analysis of Copper (II) Carboxylates Yoder, Claude H.; Smith, Wendy D.; Katolik, Vera L.; Hess, Kenneth R.; Thomsen, Marcus W.; Yoder, Carolyn S.; Bullock, Elizabeth R.
Several different methods for synthesizing and analyzing copper (II) carboxylates; includes sample data and analysis.
Yoder, Claude H.; Smith, Wendy D.; Katolik, Vera L.; Hess, Kenneth R.; Thomsen, Marcus W.; Yoder, Carolyn S.; Bullock, Elizabeth R. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 267.
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management
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An Enhanced Chromatographic Technique for the Preparative Scale Purification of Acetyl Ferrocene Davis, James; Vaughan, D. Huw; Cardosi Marco F.
Method and apparatus for producing and purifying significant amounts of acetyl ferrocene for laboratory analysis.
Davis, James; Vaughan, D. Huw; Cardosi Marco F. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 266.
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management |
Chromatography
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The Western Washington University Instrument Center: Restructuring Shops and Service Laboratories for Limited Budgets Wilson, H. William
Examination of restructuring shops and laboratories at Western Washington University to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
Wilson, H. William J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 169.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Administrative Issues
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Better Crystal for Crystal Analysis Ali, Saqib; Danish, M.; Mazhar, M.
Technique for quickly and successfully growing air-sensitive crystals.
Ali, Saqib; Danish, M.; Mazhar, M. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 61.
Crystals / Crystallography |
Laboratory Management
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Dry Ice and a Piece of Used Inner Tube Ali, Saqib; Danish, M.; Mazhar, M.
Effective method for crushing dry ice.
Ali, Saqib; Danish, M.; Mazhar, M. J. Chem. Educ. 1995, 72, 56.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Working Safely with Chemicals (Gorman, Christine E.) Kauffman, George B.
Entertaining student guide on the topics of lab safety and hazardous materials.
Kauffman, George B. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A262.
Laboratory Management
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Microscale on a Budget Bishop, R. Daniel, Jr.
Inexpensive alternatives to many microscale lab kit items.
Bishop, R. Daniel, Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A252.
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Management
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Diffuse Reflectance Infrared Spectroscopy Raymond, Kenneth W.; Corkill, Jeffrey A.
Diffuse reflectance offers a quick and easy-to-use alternative to the preparation of KBr pellets and Nujol mulls for the infrared spectra of solid samples; includes a comparison of spectra from both techniques.
Raymond, Kenneth W.; Corkill, Jeffrey A. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A204.
IR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Manual Head Space Sampling for Gas Chromatographic Analysis Corkill, Jeffrey A.; Raymond, Kenneth W.
A manual head space sampling technique that can eliminate many of the problems associated with manual injection of liquid samples.
Corkill, Jeffrey A.; Raymond, Kenneth W. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A202.
Gas Chromatography |
Laboratory Management
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Macrostyle Microscale Equipment Casanova, Joseph; Coyne, Gary S.
Microscale glassware that is designed to operate like full-scale equipment.
Casanova, Joseph; Coyne, Gary S. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A148.
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Inexpensive Reagent Dispenser Brouwer, H.
An inexpensive reagent dispenser constructed from a disposable syringe and three-way valve.
Brouwer, H. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A148.
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A Better Way to Cut Filter Paper for Microscale Lab Use Huisman, Richard D.
Using a power paper punch to cut microscale filter paper.
Huisman, Richard D. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A147.
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Separation Science
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Running a Microscale Organic Chemistry Lab with Limited Resources Silberman, Robert G.
Strategies to adopting a microscale organic chemistry lab with minimally stocked lab drawers, communal glassware, and shorter lab experiments.
Silberman, Robert G. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A140.
Microscale Lab |
Administrative Issues |
Laboratory Management
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The Many Uses of a Seven-inch Side Arm Test Tube McDevitt, Eugene J.
Reducing the cost of microglassware kits by substituting a $5 side arm test tube for a variety of operations.
McDevitt, Eugene J. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, A58.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Management
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Hydrochlorination of (R)-Carvone Miles, William H.; Nutaitis, Charles F.; Berreth, Christina L.
This paper describes the hydrochlorination of (R)-carvone that illustrates the concepts of regioselectivity and chemoselectivity.
Miles, William H.; Nutaitis, Charles F.; Berreth, Christina L. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 1097.
Laboratory Management |
Alkenes |
Alkanes / Cycloalkanes
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Minimal-Waste Solution Dispensers Williams, Howard P.; Woodruff, H. Frank
Reagent solution waste by students can never be eliminated, but it can be greatly reduced with little cost.
Williams, Howard P.; Woodruff, H. Frank J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 976.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Safe Disposal of Highly Reactive Chemicals Lunn, George; Sansone, Eric B.
The authors report the results of a study of the safe disposal of some highly reactive compounds.
Lunn, George; Sansone, Eric B. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 972.
Laboratory Management
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The Three R's of Resource Management in the Undergraduate Organic Chemistry Laboratory Martin, Ned H.; Waldman, Frederick S.
There are many reasons to be concerned about resource management in the undergraduate chemistry teaching laboratories. The top two reasons are a desire to minimize unnecessary exposure of students to chemicals and a desire to protect the environment.
Martin, Ned H.; Waldman, Frederick S. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 970.
Laboratory Management
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Recovering from Air Bubble Occlusion in Student-Made Chromatography Columns Engelken, Dustin; Kovacs-Boerger, A. E.
Rejuvenating a chromatography column constructed from a disposable pipet that is blocked by bubbles.
Engelken, Dustin; Kovacs-Boerger, A. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 598.
Chromatography |
Separation Science |
Laboratory Management
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The Resolution of (+-)-alpha-Methylbenzylamine-A Safer Way Krause, Josef G.
Preventing boil over during the resolution of (+/-)-alpha-methylbenzylamine.
Krause, Josef G. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 596.
Amines / Ammonium Compounds |
Laboratory Management
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Environmental Protection in Practical Chemistry Courses Schneider, Jens; Wiskamp, Volker
Saving on chemicals and reducing waste by connecting single experiments to cycles, optimizing synthesis, recycling, replacing critical experiments, and treating waste water.
Schneider, Jens; Wiskamp, Volker J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 587.
Laboratory Management
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Post Those Lab Rules! Corley, Theresa Roebuck
Suggested "Always..." and "Never..." statements to be posted in the chemistry laboratory.
Corley, Theresa Roebuck J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 577.
Laboratory Management
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Many Students and Only One GC/MS Lawrence, Stephen S.
A procedure that allows one lab section of 16-20 students to individually perform real-time analyses using one GC/MS instrument.
Lawrence, Stephen S. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 530.
Gas Chromatography |
Mass Spectrometry |
Laboratory Management |
Administrative Issues
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Inexpensive PVC Splash Guards McDevitt, Eugene J.
Placing sections of PVC pipe in the bottom of sinks to reduce splashing.
McDevitt, Eugene J. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 358.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Avoiding the Downstream Hazard in an Ionic Solubility Study McSwiney, H. D.
Using potassium chlorate rather than potassium dichromate in an ionic solubility experiment for improved waste disposal.
McSwiney, H. D. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 329.
Precipitation / Solubility |
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Management
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Microwaving Hydrates Garver, Emerson E.
Three hydrates that lost their waters of hydration easily when microwaved for five minutes.
Garver, Emerson E. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 270.
Laboratory Management
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The Safety Frame-up Layden, William J.; Dust, Julian M.
Framed, reusable notices to be placed in front of any reflux assembly, distillation, or flask in which a reaction is underway.
Layden, William J.; Dust, Julian M. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 54.
Laboratory Management
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An economical protective coating for stone lab benches. Shipley, David; Trumpinski, Thomas
Reconditioning lab benches that are heavily used.
Shipley, David; Trumpinski, Thomas J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 947.
Laboratory Management
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A recipe for the preparation of a pH 7.00 calibration buffer Jackman, Donald C.
Simple recipe for preparation of a pH 7.00 calibration buffer based on the NIST standard.
Jackman, Donald C. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 853.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management |
pH
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An inexpensive, liquid reagent dispenser Vitz, Ed; Dietrich, Richard
It is expensive to dispose of liquid reagents, but it may also be expensive to invest in commercial dispensers. These authors offer a $5 solution to the problem.
Vitz, Ed; Dietrich, Richard J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 500.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Replacing mineral acids in the laboratory: Nafion-catalyzed dehydration and esterification Doyle, Michael P.; Plummer, Benjamin F.
The advantage of Nafion is that unlike mineral acids, this perfluorinated ion-exchange polymer is a solid resin that can be handled without the safety hazards usually associated with strong acids.
Doyle, Michael P.; Plummer, Benjamin F. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 493.
Esters |
Laboratory Management
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Recycling of sodium waste Hubler-Blank, Bettina; Witt, Michael; Roesky, Herbert W.
Methods for handling and recycling a dangerous and costly chemical.
Hubler-Blank, Bettina; Witt, Michael; Roesky, Herbert W. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 408.
Laboratory Management
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Microwave Drying of Precipitates for Gravimetric Analysis Thompson, Robert Q.; Ghadiali, Mufaddal
Microwaves save time and energy in drying precipitates.
Thompson, Robert Q.; Ghadiali, Mufaddal J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 170.
Gravimetric Analysis |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Disposable Transfer Pipets-A Laboratory Necessity Lawrence, Stephen S.; Brandt, Tessa L.
Disposable transfer pipets have a number of different uses, several are listed.
Lawrence, Stephen S.; Brandt, Tessa L. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 61.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Cutting filter paper for microscale use Englund, Charles R.
Using a cork borer to cut filter paper for microscale use.
Englund, Charles R. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, A314.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Microscale Lab
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A 39-drop pH scale Silberman, Robert G.
The author discusses a system which can be used to prepare a solution of any pH 2-12.
Silberman, Robert G. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, A42.
pH |
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Management
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NMR tube cleaner Denton, T. T.; Eisenbraun, E.
An inexpensive, rugged, and easily constructed alternative to all-glass, NMR-tube cleaners.
Denton, T. T.; Eisenbraun, E. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 1036.
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Buret storage solution Williams, Howard P.
Design of a durable and safe buret storage rack.
Williams, Howard P. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 1013.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Immobilizing liquid organic laboratory wastes: Using granular activated carbon Turk, Amos; Karamitsos, Harry; Mahmood, Khizar; Mozaffari, Jahangir; Loewi, Rivka; Tola, Vicky
This paper presents findings on the application of granular activated carbon as a medium for immobilizing liquid organic wastes of known characteristics.
Turk, Amos; Karamitsos, Harry; Mahmood, Khizar; Mozaffari, Jahangir; Loewi, Rivka; Tola, Vicky J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 929.
Laboratory Management
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New recrystallization solvent for synthesis of a bicyclo[2.2.1]heptene Harrison, Ernest A., Jr.
Toluene/hexane shown to be superior to EtOAc/MeOH as recrystallization solvent.
Harrison, Ernest A., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 860.
Synthesis |
Alkenes |
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Management
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A simple and effective method to remove grease from glassware Narayanan, Narasimhachari
Using petroleum ether to remove grease from glassware.
Narayanan, Narasimhachari J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 849.
Laboratory Management
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Inexpensive rubber stoppers for small diameter tubing McDevitt, Eugene J.
Boring out a regular rubber stopper to accept small diameter tubing.
McDevitt, Eugene J. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 845.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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LIMSport: Spreadsheet laboratory information management system for general chemistry Vitz, Ed
141. Description of LIMSport, software that incorporates customized spreadsheets to accept and analyze data drawn from interfaced transducers.
Vitz, Ed J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 744.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management
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OSHA's new chemical lab standard and its impact on school science laboratories. Gerlovich, Jack A.
The purpose of this article is to analyze OSHA's "lab standard" and its impact on school science laboratories; includes an annotated outline of the standard.
Gerlovich, Jack A. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 643.
Laboratory Management |
Administrative Issues
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A design for low-temperature filtration of strongly hygroscopic crystals. Czapkiewicz, J.; Tutaj, B.
A closed system for the low-temperature filtration of strongly hygroscopic crystals.
Czapkiewicz, J.; Tutaj, B. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 590.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Crystals / Crystallography |
Laboratory Management
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Calibration of high-pressure pumps. Quigley, Michael N.
A pump's performance can be assessed and effectively calibrated across any range of flowrates using water and a measuring cylinder of suitable volume.
Quigley, Michael N. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 550.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Improving the quality of strip chart records. Quigley, Michael N.
Method for eliminating the underlying grid when photocopying or tracing strip-chart records.
Quigley, Michael N. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 505.
Chromatography |
Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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A system for chemical hygiene planning. Guarnieri, Michael.
A simple system that is applicable to general laboratory safety and specifically applicable to the current requirements of OSHA's "Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories" standard.
Guarnieri, Michael. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 494.
Laboratory Management
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A reasonable alternative to water aspiration Mulcahy, Francis M.; Robbins, Andrea M.
The authors have designed a manifold system to obtain the greatest possible use of their vacuum pumps.
Mulcahy, Francis M.; Robbins, Andrea M. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 428.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Water / Water Chemistry
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Unfreezing standard-taper joints Brown, Thomas; Sund, Eldon H.
A mixture of Micro detergent and Duo Seal pump oil will unfreeze frozen standard-taper joints every time.
Brown, Thomas; Sund, Eldon H. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 421.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An AC-adapter for battery operated pH meters Mercer, Gary D.
Directions for creating an AC adapter for pH meters that are battery operated.
Mercer, Gary D. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 402.
pH |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A convenient method for refurbishing laboratory clamps Wright, Stephen W.; Teeter, J. Stephen
The authors have found that nonferrous laboratory clamps, particularly the Castalloy clamps, may be easily and safely restored by treatment with citric acid solution.
Wright, Stephen W.; Teeter, J. Stephen J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 322.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Hose hitching hint Ruekberg, Ben
Use a piece of fiberglass reinforced strapping tape as a barrier between a piece of hose and hose clamp to avoid having the clamp cut into the hose.
Ruekberg, Ben J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 168.
Laboratory Management
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Construction of a low-cost solution cell for infrared analysis Winston, Anthony
Solution techniques for IR analysis may be more practical than KBr pellets.
Winston, Anthony J. Chem. Educ. 1991, 68, A124.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
IR Spectroscopy
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Notebook: A column calculator and plotter Rittenhouse, Robert
A review of a computer-based tool for manipulating and analyzing arrays or columns of numbers, particularly laboratory data.
Rittenhouse, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1991, 68, 221.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing
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Destruction of Hazardous Chemicals in the Laboratory (Lunn, George; Sansone, Eric B.) Renfrew, Malcolm M.
Tested procedures for destroying more than 40 groups of noxious substances with full safety instructions.
Renfrew, Malcolm M. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A313.
Laboratory Management
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The Foundation of Laboratory Safety: A Guide for the Biomedical Laboratory (Rayburn, Stephen R.) Renfrew, Malcolm M.
More than a guide for biomedical practitioners.
Renfrew, Malcolm M. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A313.
Laboratory Management
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A less hazardous chromic acid substitute for cleaning glassware Manske, Paul M.; Stimpfel, Teresa M.; Gershey, Edward L.
Evaluation of several common cleaning solutions for their ability to remove known amounts of baked-on lipid or protein from glassware.
Manske, Paul M.; Stimpfel, Teresa M.; Gershey, Edward L. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A280.
Laboratory Management |
Lipids |
Proteins / Peptides
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Validate methods for degrading hazardous chemicals: Some alkylating agents and other compounds Lunn, George; Sansone, Eric B.
Results of a study aimed at developing valid methods for degrading hazardous chemicals.
Lunn, George; Sansone, Eric B. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A249.
Laboratory Management
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Fume hood testing and evaluation Saunders, G. Thomas
Common and correctable hood-system defects and acceptable methodology to check on hood containment.
Saunders, G. Thomas J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A226.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Chemical handling and waste disposal issues at liberal arts colleges Gannaway, Susan P.
Eighty private liberal arts colleges that offer undergraduate but no graduate degrees in chemistry were surveyed during the fall of 1988 to determine what they were doing about inventory management and waste disposal, and how much these actions were costing.
Gannaway, Susan P. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A183.
Laboratory Management
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Scientific Routines Diskette: Laboratory Automation Using the IBM PC (Becker, Jordan; Gates, Stephen C.) Viste, Arien
The programs and text are concerned with computer interfacing and laboratory automation.
Viste, Arien J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A144.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management
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Robots in the laboratory: Part II. An overview Strimaitis, Janet R.
Recently progressive laboratory managers have recognized the potential of laboratory robotics to create a strategic advantage for their organizations.
Strimaitis, Janet R. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A20.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Computerizing a stockroom inventory Vestling, Martha M.
This report contains a series of recommendations for others who would like to computerize their chemicals and supplies.
Vestling, Martha M. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, A8.
Laboratory Management
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Inexpensive alternative to purchasing immersion heaters Garrett, D. Dewayne; Banta, M. C.
Plans for a $15 immersion heater.
Garrett, D. Dewayne; Banta, M. C. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 976.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A simple and convenient method to prepare hydrogen chloride gas Maurya, Mannar R.
A simple and convenient method for preparing HCl gas from common materials (sulfuric and hydrochloric acids) without producing any waste.
Maurya, Mannar R. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 974.
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management
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A suggested improvement for the computer-aided optical melting-point device Masterov, Michael; Sylvestre, Jude
This addition will allow the original device to analyze several samples overnight without human intervention.
Masterov, Michael; Sylvestre, Jude J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 963.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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Filtration of air-sensitive compounds Ali, Saqib; Mazhar, M.; Zia, Irshad A.
A method for filtration of low-boiling solvents (high vapor pressure) such as diethylether or pentane without nitrogen or helium pressure.
Ali, Saqib; Mazhar, M.; Zia, Irshad A. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 902.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Unfreezing standard-taper joints Smid, Roger
Soak the joint in a carbonated soft drink.
Smid, Roger J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 875.
Laboratory Management
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Beauty or the beast: Nitration of phenol McCullough, Thomas, CSC; Kubena, Kassia
Eliminating the black, sticky goo produced when nitrating phenols with dilute aqueous nitric acid.
McCullough, Thomas, CSC; Kubena, Kassia J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 801.
Phenols |
Laboratory Management
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Recovering silver nitrate from silver chloride residues in about thirty minutes Thomas, Nicholas C.
A convenient and safe alternative procedure to recycle silver.
Thomas, Nicholas C. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 794.
Laboratory Management
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A convenient method to recover the solvent from halogen-CCl4 mixtures Sabol, Joseph E.; Kurtz, David W.
An alternative to disposal and distillation which is easy to perform, allowing the solvent to be recovered and stored within one hour after the completion of the experiment is presented here.
Sabol, Joseph E.; Kurtz, David W. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 532.
Solutions / Solvents |
Separation Science |
Laboratory Management
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Aqueous bromine solutions from HBr by 3% hydrogen peroxide Williams, Howard P.; Herrington, Brian T.
The authors have found that ordinary 3% hydrogen peroxide purchased in any drugstore or supermarket is very effective in generating aqueous solutions of bromine for halogen displacement reactions.
Williams, Howard P.; Herrington, Brian T. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 525.
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Management
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An inexpensive laboratory steam generator Hagen, James P.; Barton, Kevin L.
The authors have devised an inexpensive, more efficient, safer heat source suitable for laboratories not equipped with house steam.
Hagen, James P.; Barton, Kevin L. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 448.
Water / Water Chemistry |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A convenient method to prepare ammonia and hydrogen chloride gases Thomas, Nicholas C.
The reagents and materials required should be available in most schools and colleges and provide an economical alternative when commercial cylinders of these gases are unavailable.
Thomas, Nicholas C. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 431.
Gases |
Laboratory Management
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An efficient and inexpensive device for recovering spilled mercury Rapp, Bernard, FSC
The author presents a simple mechanical vacuum device for cleaning up small mercury spills.
Rapp, Bernard, FSC J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 338.
Laboratory Management
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Chemistry, courtrooms, and common sense: Part II. Negligence and other theories of liability Gass, J. Ric
Aspects of chemistry and the law are examined.
Gass, J. Ric J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 132.
Administrative Issues |
Laboratory Management
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Synthesis-laboratory fumehoods: Easy, reliable performance evaluation and importance of sash design Adams, John B., Jr.
Performance evaluation of laboratory fume hoods.
Adams, John B., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, A289.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Selecting chemical protective gloves properly in the lab Hart, Charles
Properties and selection of protective gloves.
Hart, Charles J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, A179.
Laboratory Management
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Guidelines for Laboratory Design: Health and Safety Considerations (Baum, Janet S.; DiBerardinis, Louis; First, Melvin W.; Gatwood, Gari T.; Groden, Edward F.; Seth, Anand K.) Renfrew, Malcolm M.
The present book will be greatly useful to all those who have to work with architects and builders in the construction of laboratories.
Renfrew, Malcolm M. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, A158.
Administrative Issues |
Laboratory Management
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Connecting dumb terminals to instruments: The first step in interfacing serial instruments to computers Hyde, Kenneth E.
Few articles appear to have taken advantage of the fact that many new generation instruments are supplied with digital interfaces and interfacing these devices with the input/output ports of a computer often involves only cable fabrication.
Hyde, Kenneth E. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, A115.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management
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Safety education for chemistry students Zwaard, A. W.; Vermeeren, H. P. W.; de Gelder, R.
To realize effective hazard control procedures and practices, students in chemical laboratories should be provided with the necessary tools including equipment, provisions, and information.
Zwaard, A. W.; Vermeeren, H. P. W.; de Gelder, R. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, A112.
Laboratory Management
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Safety showers and eyewash fountains Bronaugh, John C.
Four of the most common types of emergency equipment are, specifically, eyewash, eye/face wash, drench showers, and combination units. Here is how they relate to the widely accepted American National Standards for Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment.
Bronaugh, John C. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, A18.
Laboratory Management
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Robots in the laboratory- An overview Strimatis, Janet R.
Automation permits laboratories to maintain high-quality results while increasing productivity and creating more challenging work for technical personnel.
Strimatis, Janet R. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, A8.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Simultaneous solvent stripping from multiple samples Cagle, M. D.; Lucas, M.; Eisenbraum, E. J.
Simultaneous solvent stripping from multiple samples using a vacuum desicator connected to a water aspirator.
Cagle, M. D.; Lucas, M.; Eisenbraum, E. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 782.
Chromatography |
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Management
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A novel drying/storage rack for volumetric glassware Williams, Howard P.; Graves, Felicia B.
A drying / storage rack made from wooden dowel rods and plywood.
Williams, Howard P.; Graves, Felicia B. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 771.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Better vacuum filtration with bicycle tube Ali, Saqib
Using a bicycle tube to improve vacuum filtration.
Ali, Saqib J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 693.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Emergency response database Shofstahl, J.; Jencen, D.; Chansa, G.; Hardy, J.
105. Bits and pieces, 41. A system to provide information on over 1900 chemicals, mixtures, and general material classes.
Shofstahl, J.; Jencen, D.; Chansa, G.; Hardy, J. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 648.
Laboratory Management
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Regeneration of chromic acid cleaning solutions Schwab, David; Martinez, Pat
Procedure for simplifying disposal or recovery of spent chromic acid solutions.
Schwab, David; Martinez, Pat J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 528.
Laboratory Management
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Simple removal of buret bubbles Austin, David J.
Suggestion for removing bubbles from below the buret's stopcock.
Austin, David J. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 514.
Laboratory Management |
Titration / Volumetric Analysis
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Qualitative analysis and the binomial expansion McCullough, Thomas, C. S. C.
How many all-different solutions can be prepared from a limited number of ions or compounds when preparing qualitative unknown mixtures?
McCullough, Thomas, C. S. C. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 490.
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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A laboratory procedure for the reduction of chromium(VI) to chromium(III) Lunn, George; Sansone, Eric B.
The authors describe work aimed at reducing the hazards associated with the disposal of Cr(VI) compounds.
Lunn, George; Sansone, Eric B. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 443.
Oxidation / Reduction |
Laboratory Management
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Reduction of Indigo: Sodium Hydrosulfite as a Reducing Agent Williamson, Kenneth L.
The confusion between sodium hydrogen sulfite, sodium bisulfite, and sodium hydrosulfite is a common one.
Williamson, Kenneth L. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 359.
Oxidation / Reduction |
Laboratory Management
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A rapid synthetic method for the preparation of two tris-cobalt(III) compounds Jackman, Donald C.; Rillema, D. Paul
The authors report a method of preparation of tris(ethylenediamine)cobalt (III) and tris (2,2'-bipyridine)cobalt(III) that will shorten the preparation time by approximately three hours.
Jackman, Donald C.; Rillema, D. Paul J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 343.
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management
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Using a Dumas bulb to determine the molecular weight of a volatile liquid Kawa, Christopher J.
The use of an aspirator improves the filling and emptying process of a Dumas bulb.
Kawa, Christopher J. J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 336.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Liquids
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Down-scaling organic experiments: Another option Shelden, H. Raymond
Semi-microscale experiments provide many advantages over macroscale work, including reduced cost of reagents, reduced waste generation, reduced vapors in lab, and increased safety.
Shelden, H. Raymond J. Chem. Educ. 1989, 66, 74.
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Management
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A simple method for purifying silica gel for column chromatography Guarconi, Antonio E.; Ferreira, Victor F.
A quick and efficient way to get maximum use out of silica gel.
Guarconi, Antonio E.; Ferreira, Victor F. J. Chem. Educ. 1988, 65, 891.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Chromatography |
Separation Science
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Safety hazards posed by ceramic top hotplates De Forest, Peter; Myers, Carol; Rothchild, Robert
The authors recount a rather scary safety emergency and report on the lessons learned.
De Forest, Peter; Myers, Carol; Rothchild, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1988, 65, 722.
Laboratory Management
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Upgrading laboratory fume hoods Saunders, G. Thomas
Overview of the design, location, use, and maintenance of fume hoods.
Saunders, G. Thomas J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, A272.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Self audits of hazardous waste operations in laboratories Fischer, Kenneth E.
Waste determination; facility requirements; use of the manifest; training and contingency planning; accumulation time; and documentation.
Fischer, Kenneth E. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, A207.
Laboratory Management
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OSHA standards for laboratories Yoder, Kenyon D.
Description of OSHA standards for laboratories, particularly requirements for a Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Yoder, Kenyon D. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, A104.
Laboratory Management
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Chemical wastes in academic labs Walton, Wendy A.
Summary of options for disposing of hazardous wastes in the laboratory.
Walton, Wendy A. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, A69.
Laboratory Management
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Longer lasting TLC spots developed with iodine vapors Maheshwari, Nitin; Krishnamurty, H. G.
Preserving iodine-induced, thin layer chromatography spot intensities for longer durations.
Maheshwari, Nitin; Krishnamurty, H. G. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 1066.
Thin Layer Chromatography |
Laboratory Management
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The stability of potassium permanganate solutions Rees, Thomas
Easier method to stabilize potassium permanganate solutions for long-term storage.
Rees, Thomas J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 1058.
Laboratory Management
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Oven drying of volumetric glassware Burfield, David R.; Hefter, Glenn
Quantifies the effect of heat treatment on the capacity of volumetric glassware.
Burfield, David R.; Hefter, Glenn J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 1054.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Difficult repairs in glassware made feasible via an inexpensive (no cost) glass lathe Stransky, Carl; Estler, Ron
Adapting a rotary evaporator as a glass lathe.
Stransky, Carl; Estler, Ron J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 967.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Mohr's salt as a wide coverage testing material for analytical chemistry courses Moriguchi, Yoshiki
Syllabus for a lab class using Mohr's salt.
Moriguchi, Yoshiki J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 955.
Laboratory Management
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Carbonated beverages and frozen stopcocks Butler, J. Keith
Freeing frozen stopcocks through immersion in a carbonated beverage.
Butler, J. Keith J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 896.
Laboratory Management
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A simple and convenient method for crystallization of thermally unstable or highly soluble compounds Pyriadi, Thanun M.
Simple technique to crystallize heat-liable or highly soluble compounds.
Pyriadi, Thanun M. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 813.
Crystals / Crystallography |
Laboratory Management
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Rendering stoppers almost uncontaminatable Ruekberg, Benjamin P.
Preventing contamination of flat top and penny-head stoppers.
Ruekberg, Benjamin P. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 724.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An indicating rupture disk for gas cylinders Bruno, Thomas J.
A device to allow a determination of the approximate condition of the rupture disk in compressed gas cylinders.
Bruno, Thomas J. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 557.
Gases |
Laboratory Management
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Safe and reliable electrode storage Williams, Howard P.
A container that prevents evaporation and keeps electrodes ready for use.
Williams, Howard P. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 556.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Electrochemistry |
Ion Selective Electrodes
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One simple solution to erratic instrument behavior Huitink, Geraldine M.
Eliminating erratic needle movement on pH meters and Spec 20 spectrophotometers by eliminating rubber soled shoes and the static electricity they generate.
Huitink, Geraldine M. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 530.
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Management
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A safe, convenient method of generating bromine for qualitative analysis Slayden, Suzauee W.; Do, Thuy H.; Smiley, Kimberly Y.; Nelson, Donna J.
A safe, convenient method of generating bromine used as a qualitative test for unsaturation, active methylene groups, phenols, and amines.
Slayden, Suzauee W.; Do, Thuy H.; Smiley, Kimberly Y.; Nelson, Donna J. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 368.
Qualitative Analysis |
Alkenes |
Phenols |
Amines / Ammonium Compounds |
Laboratory Management
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Consider safety as an active process Mehlhaff, L. C.; Berry, Keith O.
Safety considerations for physical facilities, laboratory equipment, experiments, and the operation of the laboratory.
Mehlhaff, L. C.; Berry, Keith O. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 346.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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An apparatus for sample degassing and sealing Nicodem, David E.; Marchiori, Roberto
Device that allows the preparation and sealing of low-cost test tubes by inexperienced students.
Nicodem, David E.; Marchiori, Roberto J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 282.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Photochemistry
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Method for rapidly preparing sealed ampules containing air sensitive materials Walker, Charles W., Jr.; Wade, William L., Jr.
Soft glass and metal adapter for rapidly preparing sealed ampules containing air sensitive materials.
Walker, Charles W., Jr.; Wade, William L., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 278.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An infrared salt plate cleaning device Hiegel, Gene A.
A simple device for holding a salt plate while rinsing it with solvent can be made from a small funnel and a bottle.
Hiegel, Gene A. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 261.
IR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Computer program for allocation of organic qualitative analysis unknowns Pontius, Ann L.; Kurz, Michael E.
81. Bits and pieces, 33. A computer program written in IBM BASICA to generate a random group of unknowns for each student.
Pontius, Ann L.; Kurz, Michael E. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 239.
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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Tollens's test, fulminating silver, and silver fulminate Jenkins, Ian D.
Preparation, application, and misinformation regarding Tollens's test for aldehydes and reducing sugars.
Jenkins, Ian D. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 164.
Aldehydes / Ketones |
Carbohydrates |
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory safety guidelines: 40 steps for a safer laboratory Kaufman, James A.
Revision of a DOW safety brochure including 26 steps requiring minimal expense and 14 steps requiring moderate expense.
Kaufman, James A. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 161.
Industrial Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Methods for preparing aqueous solutions of chlorine and bromine for halogen displacement reactions Hiegel, Gene A.; Abdala, Miguel H.; Burke, S. Vincent; Beard, Donald P.
Alternatives to handling and storing cylinders of chlorine gas and containers of liquid bromine.
Hiegel, Gene A.; Abdala, Miguel H.; Burke, S. Vincent; Beard, Donald P. J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 156.
Aqueous Solution Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Bargain electrophoresis Madiera, Vitor M. C.; Pires, Euclides M. V.
A report on building a good grade electrophoresis setup that costs only about $4 or $5.
Madiera, Vitor M. C.; Pires, Euclides M. V. J. Chem. Educ. 1986, 63, 1109.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A rotating schedule for teaching basic techniques with minimum equipment Reed, Andree Prigoda
Invaluable lab experiences are loosing ground, often sacrificed due to the growing cost of lab equipment. This author shares some strategies for making the most out of the lab equipment you have.
Reed, Andree Prigoda J. Chem. Educ. 1986, 63, 1079.
Administrative Issues |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Starting recalcitrant Grignard reactions Clough, S.; Goldman, E.; Williams, S.; George, B.
This note offers a tip on starting a Gringard reaction.
Clough, S.; Goldman, E.; Williams, S.; George, B. J. Chem. Educ. 1986, 63, 176.
Laboratory Management |
Grignard Reagents |
Organometallics
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The Nebraska instrument sharing consortium Smith, David H.
A small group of colleges have banded together to solve one of the pressing problems in chemical education today- how to provide modern instrumentation to students at an affordable price.
Smith, David H. J. Chem. Educ. 1986, 63, 68.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
NMR Spectroscopy |
UV-Vis Spectroscopy
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Safety in academic departments with graduate and undergraduate programs Landgrebe, John A.
Suggestions for the content of a comprehensive safety regulation document, undergraduate laboratory regulations, a sample undergraduate safety examination, safety equipment, handling accidents, inspections, and training.
Landgrebe, John A. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A310.
Laboratory Management
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Hazardous Chemicals, Information and Disposal Guide, Second Edition (Armour, Margaret-Ann) McKusick, Blaine C.
Properties, hazards, and handling of 220 common laboratory chemicals.
McKusick, Blaine C. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A302.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties
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Chemical safety and emergency response in small schools Pfaff, Robert C.
The need for a safety program and the necessary components of such a program.
Pfaff, Robert C. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A282.
Administrative Issues |
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory air quality. Part II. Measurements of ventilation rates Butcher, Samuel S.; Mayo, Dana W.; Hebert, Sandra M.; Pike, Ronald M.
Surveys measurement of ventilation parameters.
Butcher, Samuel S.; Mayo, Dana W.; Hebert, Sandra M.; Pike, Ronald M. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A261.
Laboratory Management
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Updating older fume hoods Saunders, G. Thomas
Modifying older fume hoods to comply with new regulatory requirements.
Saunders, G. Thomas J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A178.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Information management systems in the undergraduate instrumental analysis laboratory. Part II: Applications of LIMS Merrer, Robert J.
A Laboratory Information Management System is applied to two instrumental analysis experiments .
Merrer, Robert J. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A173.
Laboratory Management |
Instrumental Methods
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Information management systems in the undergraduate instrumental analysis laboratory. Part I: Introduction to LIMS Merrer, Robert J.
Description and implementation of a Laboratory Information Management System.
Merrer, Robert J. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A149.
Laboratory Management
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Safe Storage of Laboratory Chemicals (Pipitone, David A. ed.) Renfrew, Malcolm M.
Collection of papers from an ACS symposium.
Renfrew, Malcolm M. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A140.
Laboratory Management
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The Organic Chem Lab Survival Manual: A Student's Guide to Techniques (Zubrick, James W.) Wade, Leory G., Jr.
Concentrates on the techniques of organic chemistry without emphasizing specific experiments.
Wade, Leory G., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A133.
Laboratory Management
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Contracts to dispose of laboratory waste Fischer, Kenneth E.
A draft statement of work to be included in an invitation for bids for a laboratory waste disposal contract.
Fischer, Kenneth E. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A118.
Laboratory Management |
Administrative Issues
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Tested disposal methods for chemical wastes from academic laboratories Armour, M. A.; Browne, L. M.; Weir, G. L.
Suggestions for dealing with dichromate cleaning solution, picric acid, organic azides, hydroperoxides, and oxalic acid.
Armour, M. A.; Browne, L. M.; Weir, G. L. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A93.
Laboratory Management
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Risk management: A growing concern in university chemistry laboratories Orr, Edward W.; Ghee, William K.
Defines risk management and discusses alternatives to treating exposures facing those operating chemistry laboratories.
Orr, Edward W.; Ghee, William K. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, A7.
Laboratory Management
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Drying silica gel in a microwave oven Gray, J. S. S.; Brand, J. M.
Drying silica gel in a microwave oven.
Gray, J. S. S.; Brand, J. M. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 1125.
Laboratory Management
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Professional education in the sandbox: Hazard, perceived risk, acceptable risk Atkinson, George F.
Removing all hazardous materials and equipment from educational laboratories precludes the opportunity to teach students how to handle and work with them safely.
Atkinson, George F. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 1070.
Laboratory Management
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How to avoid explosions when heating small sealed tubes Cossy, J.; Fiegenbaum, A.
Using reusable, screw-capped, thick-walled test tubes as high-pressure containment vessels.
Cossy, J.; Fiegenbaum, A. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 1014.
Laboratory Management
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The chemical storage dilemma: A workable solution Yohe, Brad; Dunkleberger, Gary
An approved plan for organizing chemical storage.
Yohe, Brad; Dunkleberger, Gary J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 876.
Laboratory Management
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Construction of corrosion resistant, inexpensive lab lattices Fisher, George H.; Levin, Arthur; Man, Eugene H.
Making corrosion resistant lab lattices from PVC pipe and fiberglass rods.
Fisher, George H.; Levin, Arthur; Man, Eugene H. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 819.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A simple water-still alarm Stock, John T.
An alarm to prevent overflow of a carboy filled by a steam-heated still.
Stock, John T. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 814.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An easy DCl(g) prep for the HCl(g)-DCl(g) IR experiment Buettner, Garry R.
Preparing a gaseous IR cell that contains HCl and DCl in less than 10 minutes.
Buettner, Garry R. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 524.
Isotopes |
IR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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A versatile system for vacuum-line manipulations Wayda, Andrea L.; Dye, James L.
Working layout of a greaseless double-manifold vacuum line, auxiliary apparatus, procedures, and safety precautions.
Wayda, Andrea L.; Dye, James L. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 356.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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CAPE: A computer program to assist with practical assessment May, Peter M.; Murray, Kevin; Williams, David R.
59. A FORTRAN program that assesses students in laboratory calculations.
May, Peter M.; Murray, Kevin; Williams, David R. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 310.
Laboratory Management
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An improved method for visualizing TLC plates using iodine Roberbon, John
Mixing iodine with silica gel and pouring it onto a thin layer chromatography plate for faster visualization.
Roberbon, John J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 156.
Thin Layer Chromatography |
Laboratory Management |
Separation Science
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Safety appendix to the 1983 CPT Guidelines Young, Jay; et al.
Suggestions of the Liaison to the Committee on Professional Training of the Division of Chemical Health and Safety of the ACS regarding chemical health and safety.
Young, Jay; et al. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A287.
Laboratory Management
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Lab safety as a collateral duty in small colleges Bayer, Richard
People operating in academic institutions do not feel the same safety-related pressures as the industrial, private, and federal science laboratories, and it has not been possible to assume the same degree of awareness of problems.
Bayer, Richard J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A259.
Laboratory Management
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Prudent Practices for Disposal of Chemicals from Laboratories (National Research Council) Pine, Stanley H.
Provides guidance to the laboratory manager, scientist, engineer, students, and technician on prudent practices for the disposal of chemicals.
Pine, Stanley H. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A248.
Laboratory Management
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A modern GS/MS/data system Karasek, Francis W.; Viau, Alan C.
Describes the design, use, and advantages of a gas chromatography / mass spectrometer / computerized data system.
Karasek, Francis W.; Viau, Alan C. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A233.
Gas Chromatography |
Mass Spectrometry |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Instrumental Methods
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Please do not touch: Some thoughts on temporary labels in the laboratory Pitt, Martin J.
Suggestions for dealing with problems associated with labeling (and mislabeling) laboratory reagents.
Pitt, Martin J. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A231.
Laboratory Management
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Procedures for laboratory destruction of chemicals McKusick, Blaine C.
Those who have generated chemical wastes have a moral and legal responsibility to see that such waste us handled and disposed of properly.
McKusick, Blaine C. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A152.
Laboratory Management
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Safety and Accident Prevention in Chemical Operations, Second Edition (Fawcett, Howard H.; Wood, William S.) Houk, Cliff
Information to make work environments safer.
Houk, Cliff J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A139.
Laboratory Management |
Industrial Chemistry
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Atmospheric formaldehyde levels in an academic laboratory Clausz, John C.; Maclntyre, Bruce A.; Malone, Elizabeth S.; Twelmeyer, John M.
Study to determine whether improved ventilation and use of "formaldehyde-free" specimens could reduce the levels of formaldehyde in laboratory air.
Clausz, John C.; Maclntyre, Bruce A.; Malone, Elizabeth S.; Twelmeyer, John M. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A121.
Laboratory Management |
Aldehydes / Ketones
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Experiments integrating evaluation of chemical hazards into the chemistry curriculum Pierce, J. T.; McDonald, S. M.; Scogin, M. S.
One way of making students aware of the need for regular monitoring of laboratories is to offer an introduction to the science of industrial hygiene as part of the chemistry curriculum.
Pierce, J. T.; McDonald, S. M.; Scogin, M. S. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A83.
Industrial Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Choosing the right instrument: The modular approach. Part I. Strobel, Howard A.
Considering instruments as systems rather than individually.
Strobel, Howard A. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A53.
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Chemical management: A method for waste reduction Pine, Stanley H.
Suggestions for managing chemicals to reduce wastes.
Pine, Stanley H. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A45.
Laboratory Management
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Good practices for hood use Mikell, William G.; Drinkard, William C.
Outlines good practices for hood use.
Mikell, William G.; Drinkard, William C. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, A13.
Laboratory Management
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An inexpensive syringe for gas chromatography Avila, Walter B.; Hamilton, Mark A.; Holwitt, Eric A.
Replacing expensive GC syringes with disposable, plastic insulin syringes.
Avila, Walter B.; Hamilton, Mark A.; Holwitt, Eric A. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 1109.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Chromatography |
Separation Science |
Gas Chromatography |
Laboratory Management
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High impedance comparator for monitoring water resistivity Holewinski, Paul K.
Design of a high impedance comparator suitable for monitoring the resistivity of a deionized or distilled water feed line.
Holewinski, Paul K. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 1108.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Water / Water Chemistry |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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An alternative low-cost splash arrestor Widener, R. K.
Using a plastic connecting tee to completely control splashing in laboratory sinks.
Widener, R. K. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 926.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Recovery of silver and cobalt from laboratory wastes Foust, Donald F.
Procedures for the recovery of silver and cobalt from laboratory wastes.
Foust, Donald F. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 924.
Laboratory Management
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Defuzzing tennis balls-for a shattering game of hard ball Ciereszko, Leon S.
Method for removing the "fuzz" from a tennis ball.
Ciereszko, Leon S. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 907.
Laboratory Management
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An inexpensive closure for dialysis tubing Bambenek, Mark
Using plastic tubing and a glass rod as an inexpensive clamp for dialysis tubing.
Bambenek, Mark J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 889.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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The state of the art of teaching labs: What hath OSHA wrought? Pickering, Miles
Why are teaching labs not what they were twenty years ago? From the "State-of-the-Art Symposium for Chemical Educators: Chemical Education for the 80's", held at the ACS meeting, St. Louis, 1984.
Pickering, Miles J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 861.
Laboratory Management
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News about a plan for elimination of dangerous or unwanted chemicals from educational institutions Gerlovich, Jack A.
Outlines a cooperative effort among numerous Iowa state agencies in identifying, redistributing, or disposing of hazardous / unwanted chemicals from school science storerooms; includes a list of chemicals suggested for removal.
Gerlovich, Jack A. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 837.
Laboratory Management
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A simple method for detecting cracks in porcelain crucibles McKenna, Jack F.
Inspecting crucibles for cracks by tapping them with a glass stirring rod.
McKenna, Jack F. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 817.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An easy method for salvaging thermal conductivity detectors Ronman, Peter; Sallastrom, Walter
Exchanging resistors in a gas chromatograph.
Ronman, Peter; Sallastrom, Walter J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 813.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Instrumental Methods |
Gas Chromatography
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Low-cost immersion heaters for water baths Battino, Rubin
Using commercially available hot water immersion heaters.
Battino, Rubin J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 563.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Storage of laboratory wash bottles Kjonaas, Richard A.
Holding laboratory wash bottles in ring clamps.
Kjonaas, Richard A. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 541.
Laboratory Management
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Leave out the magnetic bar when weighing Chao, M. S.
The presence of a magnetic bar can introduce significant error in weighing.
Chao, M. S. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 464.
Laboratory Management
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A clamp to prevent breakage of separatory funnels Concha, Guido A.
A double, snap-on clamp designed to hold separatory funnels.
Concha, Guido A. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 458.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Inexpensive ring holders for round-bottomed flasks Moffett, Jonathan H.; Poncini, Laurence; Wimmer, Franz L.
Using plastic lids, bottles, and tubing to hold round-bottomed flasks.
Moffett, Jonathan H.; Poncini, Laurence; Wimmer, Franz L. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 388.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Double balloons-long term protection for sensitive materials Duty, Robert C.
Using nested balloons to protect a solution with an inert atmosphere.
Duty, Robert C. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 261.
Laboratory Management |
Gases |
Atmospheric Chemistry
|
A simple method for cleaning mercury Jenkins, Benjamin; Jenkins, Ian D.
Procedure that requires nothing more than a bottle and some sugar.
Jenkins, Benjamin; Jenkins, Ian D. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 258.
Laboratory Management
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A convenient glassware cleaning bath Fisher, Tom Lyons; McGinnis, Phyllis M.
Design of an immersion heater for a glassware cleaning bath.
Fisher, Tom Lyons; McGinnis, Phyllis M. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 82.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management
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Risk assessment Nagel, Miriam C.
With improved methods of detection, lists of potential toxic chemicals and carcinogens are growing longer.
Nagel, Miriam C. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 49.
Laboratory Management |
Toxicology
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The laboratory use of chemical instrumentation in the undergraduate chemistry curriculum Pickral, George M.
The purpose of the study reported in this article is to determine present use of chemical instrumentation in the undergraduate chemistry curriculum of four-year colleges and universities in the United States. This is the first study to break down instrument usage into six course areas: general chemistry, organic, analytical, physical, integrated laboratories and research. [Includes "Introduction to Chemical Instrumentation," on the debut of the renewal of the series, under the editorship of Frank A. Settle, Jr.]
Pickral, George M. J. Chem. Educ. 1983, 60, A338.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Scoring qualitative inorganic unknowns at the stockroom Brooks, David W.; Tipton, Thomas J.; Kinnan, Darrell A.
The authors share their strategy for efficiently organizing unknown chemicals in their stockroom that are used for qualitative analysis.
Brooks, David W.; Tipton, Thomas J.; Kinnan, Darrell A. J. Chem. Educ. 1983, 60, 389.
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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Safe chemical storage: A pound of prevention is worth a ton of trouble Pipitone, David A.; Hedberg, Donald D.
Identifies some positive solutions to the many problems associated with the safe storage of chemicals; includes a survey checklist.
Pipitone, David A.; Hedberg, Donald D. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, A159.
Laboratory Management
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The design of an inexpensive, reliable, and rapid-acting fraction collector Bell, Duncan H.
Features a spring-driven collector head with a clock-style escapement mechanism for the precise and rapid advancement of the collection tubes.
Bell, Duncan H. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 1082.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Separation Science
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Chemistry in a large, multidisciplinary laboratory Lingren, Wesley E.; Hughson, Robert C.
Floor plan, features, operation, and security of a large, multidisciplinary laboratory.
Lingren, Wesley E.; Hughson, Robert C. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 1018.
Laboratory Management
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Another economical reflux/distillation apparatus (the author replies) Marabella, C. P.
The author replies to earlier comments.
Marabella, C. P. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 988.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Another economical reflux/distillation apparatus Woolf, A. A.
A more efficient reflux/distillation apparatus.
Woolf, A. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 988.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An alkali metal sampler King, Baldwin
Method for drawing molten sodium or potassium up into capillary glass in order to obtain a weighed quantity of the pure metal.
King, Baldwin J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 867.
Metals |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Drying of grossly wet ether extracts Burfield, David R.; Smithers, Roger H.
Results of comparisons of desiccant efficiency in drying of water saturated diethyl ether.
Burfield, David R.; Smithers, Roger H. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 703.
Ethers |
Laboratory Management
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Syringes as pipet fillers Hermens, Richard A.
Using a syringe to draw liquids into a pipet.
Hermens, Richard A. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 676.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A method for the determination of half-lives of long lived radioisotopes Muse, Lowell A.; Safter, Warren J.
It is possible to obtain a rather accurate estimate of the half-life of long-lived radioisotopes by absolute counting of a sample of known mass.
Muse, Lowell A.; Safter, Warren J. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 431.
Isotopes |
Nuclear / Radiochemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Potential uses for broken or worn-out glass or combination electrodes Boring, Wayne C.; Winchell, Deborah L.
When a glass or combination electrode is no longer useful for pH measurements, it can be used in at least two ways.
Boring, Wayne C.; Winchell, Deborah L. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 425.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Electrochemistry
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The recording of spectra on sheet film Briggs, A. G.; Simmons, R. E.
Adapting the photographic plate holder of a spectrograph to enable sheet film to be used instead of glass plates.
Briggs, A. G.; Simmons, R. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 343.
Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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Flask support for weighings Rothchild, Robert
A light-weight alternative for supporting round-bottomed flasks during massing.
Rothchild, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 339.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Versatile, inexpensive support plates for the laboratory Harris, Thomas D.
Constructing large support platforms from iron plates and plywood.
Harris, Thomas D. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 256.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Rotary evaporator repair Rothchild, Robert
Two methods for removing a defective seal on a rotary evaporator.
Rothchild, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 241.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Separation Science
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Savings in dispensing of chemicals Rhodes, Victor C.; Nurrenbern, Susan C.
Pipetting device for reducing the volume of liquids and solutions used in general laboratory courses by 50%.
Rhodes, Victor C.; Nurrenbern, Susan C. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 240.
Laboratory Management
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Ten safety commandments Shaver, Alan
Ten rules for lab safety.
Shaver, Alan J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 170.
Laboratory Management
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Ignition of magnesium in porcelain Feinstein, H. I.
Demonstrating the presence of nitrogen in air without ruining the porcelain glaze of a crucible.
Feinstein, H. I. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 159.
Laboratory Management |
Atmospheric Chemistry |
Quantitative Analysis
|
Two safety improvements for a standard experiment on the boiling point-composition diagram of a binary system Michiels, Bro. Leo P.; Barile, Raymond C.; de la Fuente, German F.
Replacing the benzene / ethanol system with the less toxic cyclohexane / 2-propanol system and using a hetaing mantle.
Michiels, Bro. Leo P.; Barile, Raymond C.; de la Fuente, German F. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 157.
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams |
Liquids |
Gases |
Laboratory Management
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Penholder adapters for the Perkin-Elmer 710B, 137 IR and Varian T-60 NMR instruments Bailey, R. A.; Zubrick, J. W.
Adapters that permit the use of ordinary felt-tipped pens.
Bailey, R. A.; Zubrick, J. W. J. Chem. Educ. 1982, 59, 21.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
|
Evaluation of asbestos fiber hazard from wire gauzes Yager, Billy J.
Students are concerned with the use of wire gauzes due to their asbestos content.
Yager, Billy J. J. Chem. Educ. 1981, 58, A134.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A novel source of distilled water for science laboratories in the humid tropics Ikediobi, C. O.
One of the most serious infrastructure headaches of developing countries is the acute shortage of potable water. In the face of this difficulty, the author offers some helpful tips for chemistry instructors.
Ikediobi, C. O. J. Chem. Educ. 1981, 58, 788.
Water / Water Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory Chemical Reports: The first step in chemical safety Tenpas, Carl J.
Developing chemical reports to make students aware of safety issues regarding the chemicals they are using in class.
Tenpas, Carl J. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, A337.
Laboratory Management
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Evaluation of chemical atmospheres in science laboratories Bayer, Richard E.
It is important for science teachers to make evaluations of chemical atmospheres in science laboratories so that serious health problems can be avoided.
Bayer, Richard E. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, A287.
Toxicology |
Laboratory Management
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Waste disposal in teaching laboratories Pitt, Martin J.
Making students think about waste disposal, and realizing the consequences of their actions, is a useful step in producing effective and socially responsible scientists, engineers, and citizens.
Pitt, Martin J. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, A261.
Laboratory Management
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Inexpensive method to eliminate aspirator splashing Niewahner, J. H.
Attaching rubber hose to the aspirator.
Niewahner, J. H. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 906.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Carbon tetrachloride substitute Wynn, Charles M.
Substitution of n-hexane for carbon tetrachloride.
Wynn, Charles M. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 728.
Toxicology |
Laboratory Management |
Solutions / Solvents
|
An efficient and inexpensive device for washing NMR tubes Angrick, Michael; Bauer, Hans
Improvements on two earlier devices.
Angrick, Michael; Bauer, Hans J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 680.
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Prolonging the life of a glovebag Hilsdorf, George, S. J.; Uriarte, Richard J.
The latex gloves are coupled to the bag with a metal band to improve dexterity and life.
Hilsdorf, George, S. J.; Uriarte, Richard J. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 522.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Technique for controlling the filling rate of a pipet Welty, Philip K.
Merely resting the tip of a pipet on the bottom of the container from which the sample is drawn substantially slows the filling rate.
Welty, Philip K. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 474.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A novel method for the detection of nitrates Gupta, H. L.; Pande, P. N.; Ameta, Suresh A.
Replacing copper turnings with filter paper cuttings in the preliminary test for nitrates using sulfuric acid.
Gupta, H. L.; Pande, P. N.; Ameta, Suresh A. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 319.
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
|
Toward reduced laboratory glassware breakage Rothchild, Robert
Increasing the life of glass syringes by adding rubber bumpers made of heavy-walled tubing.
Rothchild, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 315.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
|
Simple high precision laboratory valves from polyethylene tubing Piel, Elmar
Various configurations for folded polyethylene tubing to be used as improvised valves.
Piel, Elmar J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 234.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Solution to a potentially hazardous wiring problem in melting point units Leonard, Jack E.
Rewiring to correct incorrectly wired Mel-Temp melting point units.
Leonard, Jack E. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 119.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A chemical laboratory safety audit Reich, Arthur R.; Harris, L. E.
Provides a grid to summarize the results of a chemical laboratory safety audit.
Reich, Arthur R.; Harris, L. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, A371.
Laboratory Management
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Monitoring airborne contaminants in chemical laboratories Hertlein, Fred, III
Delineates simple procedures by which the airborne contaminants in chemical laboratories may be monitored.
Hertlein, Fred, III J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, A199.
Laboratory Management
|
Cleaning NMR Tubes Luberoff, B. J.
Uses a vacuum chamber.
Luberoff, B. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 768.
Spectroscopy |
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
|
Potassium bromide disc infrared spectroscopy: A useful technique for liquid samples Andersen, Jan R.
Use of the KBr-disc method need not be restricted to solids alone.
Andersen, Jan R. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 761.
IR Spectroscopy |
Spectroscopy |
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Management
|
The use of videotapes in large lab courses Russell, Arlene A.; Mitchell, Bernie L.
Russell, Arlene A.; Mitchell, Bernie L. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 753.
Laboratory Management
|
Bent thermometer Smith, Douglas D.
Reducing the breakage of thermometers, using CO2 as an insecticide, and improving the demonstration of the reaction between sodium and water.
Smith, Douglas D. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 742.
Laboratory Management |
Applications of Chemistry |
Metals |
Reactions
|
Drying organic liquids with water soluble polymers Piel, Elmar
Application of several powdered water soluble polymers that quickly absorb several times their own volume.
Piel, Elmar J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 695.
Laboratory Management
|
A simple method of distinguishing borosilicate and soda lime glass Brown, William Hamilton
Takes advantage of the difference in their coefficient of linear thermal expansion and contraction.
Brown, William Hamilton J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 692.
Laboratory Management
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Transfer tube for air-sensitive liquids or solutions Niewahner, J. H.
Allows syringing of an air-sensitive liquid or solution from a septum reagent bottle to a reaction flask without having the material at the needle tip coming in contact with air.
Niewahner, J. H. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 686.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Low-cost, flexible, overtemperature warning system Clubine, Gerald D.
Block and circuit diagrams for an overtemperature warning system.
Clubine, Gerald D. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 668.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Fractionation of gels following electrophoresis Racusen, David
A simple and inexpensive technique for slicing electrophoresis gels.
Racusen, David J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 628.
Separation Science |
Electrophoresis |
Proteins / Peptides |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Biotechnology
|
Whither laboratory instruction Lagowski, J. J.
Despite being deemed important, we may be near the time when hard judgments must be made concerning who among the science majors will be permitted to enroll in laboratory courses.
Lagowski, J. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 561.
Laboratory Management |
Administrative Issues
|
A simple device for rinsing microliter syringes Delfel, Norman E.
Polyethylene quick-disconnect tubing connectors can be converted into compact, inexpensive syringe rinsers.
Delfel, Norman E. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 525.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Purification of chloroform for NMR spectroscopy Burfield, David R.
Chloroform can be readily purified by simply standing the solvent over activated molecular sieves.
Burfield, David R. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 486.
Spectroscopy |
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management |
Separation Science
|
A laboratory use for discarded plastic beverage bottles Aronson, John N.
Converting 2-L plastic bottles into powder funnels and ice buckets.
Aronson, John N. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 476.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
An inexpensive KBr pellet press Pahler, Leon F.; Hall, Heinz; Eisenbraun, Edmund J.
Design for an improved and inexpensive KBr pellet press.
Pahler, Leon F.; Hall, Heinz; Eisenbraun, Edmund J. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 447.
Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Determination of solution enthalpy: An easy and simple method Karunakaran, K.
A method that does not involve the preparation and analysis of saturated solutions at different temperatures.
Karunakaran, K. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 389.
Solutions / Solvents |
Calorimetry / Thermochemistry |
Laboratory Management
|
Purification by sub-zero temperature washing Chu, Samuel S.-T.
Separating an ester from the carboxylic acid from which it was synthesized.
Chu, Samuel S.-T. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 384.
Synthesis |
Esters |
Carboxylic Acids |
Laboratory Management
|
Organic hazard for safety goggles Lodwig, Siegfried
Cautions against storing goggles, especially the soft type, near volatile organics.
Lodwig, Siegfried J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 354.
Laboratory Management
|
Large stoppers in small bottles Hill, John W.
Suggestions for dealing with rubber stoppers accidentally pushed into flasks or bottles.
Hill, John W. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 333.
Laboratory Management
|
The vacu-viewer - A simple device for observing the pressure inside a vacuum desiccator Todd, David
A modification to the common T-manometer that can fit inside a desiccator.
Todd, David J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 274.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Departmental requisitions: Organized and printed by computer Woodyard, James D.; Hendrickson, Danny R.; Wilson, Jimmy M.; Schwertner, Connie M.
A set of Cobol computer programs that maintains an inventory of stockroom supplies.
Woodyard, James D.; Hendrickson, Danny R.; Wilson, Jimmy M.; Schwertner, Connie M. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 239.
Laboratory Management |
Administrative Issues
|
A method to prevent septum bleeding in high temperature gas chromatography Lafosse, M.
Applying a porous Teflon frit to prevent septum bleeding in high temperature gas chromatography.
Lafosse, M. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 202.
Gas Chromatography |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Hood-size sand bath Barbeau, Claude; Marquis, Gaston
Plan for a large sand bath custom-made for fume hoods.
Barbeau, Claude; Marquis, Gaston J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 136.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Adapting polyethylene tubing in chemical apparatus assembly Piel, Elmar
Low density polyethylene tubing with physical characteristics about midway between glass and rubber provides tubing that for many uses is superior to both.
Piel, Elmar J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 135.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Convenient laboratory storage of glassware for organic chemistry Beatty, James W.; Scott, Earle S.; Scamehorn, Richard G.
Using clips in pegboard to hold and organize organic chemistry laboratory glassware.
Beatty, James W.; Scott, Earle S.; Scamehorn, Richard G. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 134.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
The standardization of pH meters: A comparison of procedures for different types of instruments Lund, Walter
Discusses the various approaches to the standardization of pH meters and the limitations of the various procedures.
Lund, Walter J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 129.
Instrumental Methods |
pH |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Calibration |
Acids / Bases
|
A simple device for washing nmr tubes De Lucchi, Ottorino; Miozzo, Gian Franco
A device that can be constructed by a skilled glassblower.
De Lucchi, Ottorino; Miozzo, Gian Franco J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 124.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Spectroscopy |
NMR Spectroscopy
|
A simple sub-zero trap for moisture removal Chu, Samuel S.-T.
A method for drying nitrogen under pressure.
Chu, Samuel S.-T. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 113.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Recovery of silver from laboratory wastes Bush, Kathryn Johnson; Diehl, Harvey
Procedure for recovering silver from laboratory wastes.
Bush, Kathryn Johnson; Diehl, Harvey J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 54.
Laboratory Management
|
Lab hint Smith, Douglas D.
Using rubber eye-dropper bulbs to protect the glass ends of equipment.
Smith, Douglas D. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 47.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Economical and safe laboratory heat control Rothchild, Robert
Providing controllable heat sources in the undergraduate chemistry laboratory has traditionally been difficult. The author offers a more economical and potentially safer means of heat control.
Rothchild, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1978, 55, 501.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Chemical accidents in academic institutions - A critical commentary on accidents reported in the University of California system Wilk, I. J.
A summary of laboratory accidents reported in the University of California system and what can be learned from them.
Wilk, I. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, A415.
Laboratory Management
|
Academic experiences with OSHA Schmidt, Raymond L.
Level of OSHA-type inspections, problem areas in academic laboratories, economic impact and cost of OSHA compliance, affected areas of research, and OSHA in instructional laboratories.
Schmidt, Raymond L. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, A145.
Laboratory Management |
Administrative Issues
|
CXXXIII. A guide to laboratory safety (Continued) Smith, Kline & French Laboratories
Awareness of chemical hazards, safe handling of radioactive materials, special precautions for handling infectious agents or biologicals, and safety in animal research. Reprint of one of four safety manuals published for laboratory employees of SmithKline Corp.
Smith, Kline & French Laboratories J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, A9.
Laboratory Management
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Preparation of variable purity samples for use in disodium edetate volumetric analysis Cox, Philip J.
Method for the preparation of reduced purity pharmaceutical samples to provide students in disodium edetate volumetric analysis.
Cox, Philip J. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 717.
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Laboratory Management |
Drugs / Pharmaceuticals |
Quantitative Analysis
|
Cost effectiveness in the organic laboratory Neckers, D. C.; Duncan, Max B.; Gainor, James; Grasse, Peter B.
Suggestions for improving cost effectiveness in the organic laboratory, including recycling, carrying out experiments in sequences, and making useful products.
Neckers, D. C.; Duncan, Max B.; Gainor, James; Grasse, Peter B. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 690.
Laboratory Management
|
Simple bubbler for reducing the consumption of gases Fieselmann, Benjamin F.; Stucky, Galen
The solenoid controlled bubbler presented reduces the use of inert gases during the reflux and distillation of dried, oxygen-free solvents by at least a factor of ten.
Fieselmann, Benjamin F.; Stucky, Galen J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 652.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Gases
|
Wash bottle for volatile solvents Goetz, Rudolph
Modifying conventional wash bottles to make them practical for volatile solvents.
Goetz, Rudolph J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 634.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Low-cost methanol for HPLC in the educational laboratory Wolfhagen, James L.; Soltes, Ed J.
Method for purifying methanol for use in HPLC.
Wolfhagen, James L.; Soltes, Ed J. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 619.
HPLC |
Chromatography |
Laboratory Management |
Alcohols
|
Non-polluting treatment of the waste of chromic acid mixture Shirai, Michiko; Matsumoto, Yoshio
Regenerating the waste of chromic acid mixtures.
Shirai, Michiko; Matsumoto, Yoshio J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 609.
Laboratory Management |
Metals
|
Automatic potentiometric titrations Pinkham, Chester A.; Field, Brownlee
Use of a constant flow buret to perform automated potentiometric titrations.
Pinkham, Chester A.; Field, Brownlee J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 577.
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Inexpensive laboratory flood control and alarm device Carlson, A.; Criss, C. M.
Construction of a simple and inexpensive flood-control unit.
Carlson, A.; Criss, C. M. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 573.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Simple glass connector for Teflon tubing Peterson, John I.; Dehn, William R.
A simple means of making connections between sections of Teflon tubing.
Peterson, John I.; Dehn, William R. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 547.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Informative computerized laboratory records maintenance system Hartman, Karel; Fischer, Ann Margaret
Use of a computer to coordinate information in a multisection laboratory course.
Hartman, Karel; Fischer, Ann Margaret J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 507.
Laboratory Management
|
Porcelain square-n-triangle for the support of a crucible and its lid Naik, Datta V.
A porcelain support for the crucible as well as the lid.
Naik, Datta V. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 497.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Gravimetric Analysis
|
Inexpensive +5V digital power supply Jespersen, Neil
Using "battery eliminator" devices as inexpensive power supplies.
Jespersen, Neil J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 460.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Alkylation of methyl acetoacetate and gas chromatographic analysis of products. An organic laboratory experiment Schimelpfenig, C. W.
Substituting commercially available sodium methoxide, absolute methanol, and methyl acetoacetate for sodium, ethanol, and acetoacetic ester in the acetoacetic ester synthesis of ketones and acids and the malonic ester synthesis of acids.
Schimelpfenig, C. W. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 446.
Gas Chromatography |
Chromatography |
Separation Science |
Synthesis |
Esters |
Laboratory Management
|
Ear syringe pipetting bulb Hanson, Richard H.
Using ear syringes as pipet bulbs.
Hanson, Richard H. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 434.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Stabilization of the potassium reagent: Sodium cobaltinitrite Birk, James P.; Buckwalter, Charles Q., Jr.; Parsons, Michael L.
Adding methanol is found to stabilize sodium hexanitrocobaltate(III).
Birk, James P.; Buckwalter, Charles Q., Jr.; Parsons, Michael L. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 419.
Laboratory Management
|
Solution to the stopper-in-the-bottle problem Hill, John W.
Removing a rubber stopper stuck inside a flask or bottle by softening it with toluene or xylene.
Hill, John W. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 384.
Laboratory Management
|
Technique for simultaneously stirring and monitoring the temperatures of semimicro reaction mixtures Lutz, Wilson B.
The stirring blade and thermometer are combined into a single rotating unit.
Lutz, Wilson B. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 356.
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Inexpensive solvent storage cabinet that meets OSHA requirements Taylor, Paul J.
A wooden, solvent storage cabinet.
Taylor, Paul J. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 347.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Convenient and inexpensive laboratory jack Rakoff, Henry
A modified, small hydraulic jack.
Rakoff, Henry J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 320.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Individualized experiments for a large introductory organic laboratory class Armour, M. A.
Several experiments adapted to provide a unique challenge for each student.
Armour, M. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 311.
Laboratory Management
|
Removing the "art" from KBr wafer preparation: An improved procedure Jordan, David
A device and method for standardizing the torque applied to produce KBr wafers.
Jordan, David J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 287.
Laboratory Management |
IR Spectroscopy |
Spectroscopy
|
Inexpensive safety device for the chemical laboratory Hon, P. K.
A device to turn of the electricity when a water supply runs low or is stopped.
Hon, P. K. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 283.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
|
Cheap and durable cuvet washer Deneke, Carl F.; Krinsky, Norman I.
A simple and inexpensive device for washing spectrophotometer cuvets.
Deneke, Carl F.; Krinsky, Norman I. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 257.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Spectroscopy
|
Modest-cost, mobile "in-lab" video studio Burnett, W. T., Jr.; Lion, D. H.
The objective of this project is to create low-cost, interest-compelling, videotapes depicting the arts, skills, and lore of the science laboratory.
Burnett, W. T., Jr.; Lion, D. H. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 243.
Laboratory Management
|
Magnetic stirrers of local construction Hall, Heinz; Eisenbraun, E. J.
Design of a magnetic stirrer that is housed in a protective housing for improved safety.
Hall, Heinz; Eisenbraun, E. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 229.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Simple, inexpensive and reliable do-it-yourself chromatography columns Lehky, Pavel
Reliable chromatography columns of sizes ranging from 3 to 30 mm ID can be assembled within a few minutes using current laboratory material.
Lehky, Pavel J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 227.
Chromatography |
Separation Science |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Some trends in planning chemical laboratories, Part IV. Composite arrangement of laboratories Mellon, M. G.
Designs for various laboratory layouts.
Mellon, M. G. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 195.
Laboratory Management
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Versatile, automatic chromatographic column packing device Barry, Eugene F.; Goulet, Susan; Blood, William N.
Design for a versatile, automatic chromatographic column packing device.
Barry, Eugene F.; Goulet, Susan; Blood, William N. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 194.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Chromatography |
Separation Science
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Low-cost, repeating, precision pipetter for student use Peirson, David R.
The Cornwall pipetter is ideal for use in teaching laboratories where it can provide safe, rapid, precision pipetting of most liquids.
Peirson, David R. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 173.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Personal liability of chemical educators Sweeney, Thomas L.
A review of legal issues regarding and actual court cases involving the personal liability of chemical educators.
Sweeney, Thomas L. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 134.
Laboratory Management
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Possible explosion danger Kauffman, George B.
The danger inherent in solutions containing silver ion and aqueous ammonia.
Kauffman, George B. J. Chem. Educ. 1977, 54, 132.
Laboratory Management |
Aqueous Solution Chemistry
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Some aids in the teaching of analytical laboratory work Harris, W. E.; Kratochvil, B.
The authors list some strategies for improving analytical techniques.
Harris, W. E.; Kratochvil, B. J. Chem. Educ. 1976, 53, 253.
Gas Chromatography |
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Management
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CXXIX. Biological safety cabinets for contamination control Baldwin, C. L.; Errico, P. H.
Reviews the potential for infections in the laboratory, the characteristics of biological safety cabinets, and suggestions for selecting, certifying, and decontaminating such a cabinet.
Baldwin, C. L.; Errico, P. H. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, A545.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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LXXXVII. DC power supplies for the laboratory [part one] Ewing, Galen W.
Reviews the characteristics of commercial power supplies for the laboratory.
Ewing, Galen W. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, A537.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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CXXVII. National Cancer Institute safety standards for research involving chemical carcinogens Rauscher, Frank J., Jr.
Summarizes the National Cancer Institute safety standards for research involving chemical carcinogens.
Rauscher, Frank J., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, A419.
Laboratory Management
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CXXVI. Standard to be adopted for fire safety in laboratories (concluded) Steere, Norman V.
Describes the implementation of fire safety standards in laboratories.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, A380.
Laboratory Management
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CXXVI. Standard to be adopted for fire safety in laboratories [part one] Steere, Norman V.
Describes the "Standard for Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals" by the National Fire Protection Association. First of two parts.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, A352.
Laboratory Management
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CXXII. Laboratory safety inspection - A check list Kimzey, J. H.
A check list for a laboratory safety inspection.
Kimzey, J. H. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, A182.
Laboratory Management
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The case of the ever-changing partners Powell, Richard E.
Refers to the Mitchell Movement in bridge where all players in a tournament meet one another.
Powell, Richard E. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 820.
Laboratory Management
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A simple and inexpensive eye irrigation fountain Dewald, R. R.; Haas, T. E.; Norder, W. A.
Design for a simple and inexpensive eye irrigation fountain.
Dewald, R. R.; Haas, T. E.; Norder, W. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 810.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Square cuvet holder for the Spectronic 20 Aronson, John N.
Design of a holder for square, Spec 20 cuvets.
Aronson, John N. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 800.
Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A simple flask rinser Everson, Robert J.
Design for a simple flask rinser.
Everson, Robert J. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 789.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Two simple modifications of the common type of metal filterpump Hartman, Karel; Towner, William H.
Two simple modifications to reduce problems with the common type of metal filterpump.
Hartman, Karel; Towner, William H. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 786.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A vacuum sublimator for student use Greenberg, Fred H.
A convenient vacuum sublimator can be constructed from a side arm tube and polyester film.
Greenberg, Fred H. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 720.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Small scale organic techniques: Filtration and crystallization Horak, V.; Crist, DeLanson R.
Steps in the filter stick method for hot filtration and crystallization.
Horak, V.; Crist, DeLanson R. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 664.
Microscale Lab |
Separation Science |
Laboratory Management |
Crystals / Crystallography
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An alternate method for the storage of scientific glassware Haynes, LeRoy W.; Beyerle, Elmer B.
Using packing peanuts to store glassware.
Haynes, LeRoy W.; Beyerle, Elmer B. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 657.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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A plastic dam Sweet, Frederick
Using plastic food wrap for pressing solvent out of the filter cake during vacuum filtration.
Sweet, Frederick J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 614.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Improvement of a project oriented laboratory course through student feedback. The use of "comment cards" Knipe, A. C.
Presents a simple system for the collection of critical feedback from students undertaking laboratory courses.
Knipe, A. C. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 606.
Laboratory Management
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A simple, inexpensive flow indicator for cooling water Factor, Arnold; Factor, Bradford J.
A convenient and inexpensive flow indicator for use in monitoring the flow of tap water used in cooling condensers.
Factor, Arnold; Factor, Bradford J. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 603.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A simple sample holder for use in thermostat tanks Greig, D. G. T.
Using a floating platform to support samples in a thermostated water bath.
Greig, D. G. T. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 549.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A timesharing computer program for a general chemistry laboratory Cutler, Gary L.; Drum, Donald A.
Determining the heat of vaporization of a volatile substance from experimental data using timesharing techniques.
Cutler, Gary L.; Drum, Donald A. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 529.
Laboratory Management |
Physical Properties |
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams
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A simple water cut-off switch Coughlan, Brendan; O'Sullivan, Dan
Design for a simple and reliable water cut-off switch with no moving parts.
Coughlan, Brendan; O'Sullivan, Dan J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 522.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An inexpensive dry box for undergraduate use Bunce, N. J.
Design of an inexpensive dry box for undergraduate use.
Bunce, N. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 474.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Helpful TLC techniques Martin, Ned H.
Procedure for obtaining a uniformly thick adsorbent layer on chromatography plates and locating zones on thin layer chromatography plates.
Martin, Ned H. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 467.
Chromatography |
Separation Science |
Thin Layer Chromatography |
Laboratory Management
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Re-thinking the curriculum. A prototype course in laboratory design for undergraduates Livant, Peter
Discusses a redesign of the introductory organic chemistry laboratory undertaken by undergraduate students.
Livant, Peter J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 452.
Laboratory Management
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A convenient device for drying microliter syringes Koshy, Kalavelil M.
A convenient device for drying microliter syringes.
Koshy, Kalavelil M. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 395.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Microscale Lab
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Some trends in planning chemical laboratories Mellon, M. G.
Structural features of collegiate laboratory design.
Mellon, M. G. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 345.
Laboratory Management
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Assigning laboratory partners. Different partners every week Marron, Michael T.
Suggestion for solving the problem of how to randomize lab partner assignments for a class of a given size if there are to be different partners every week.
Marron, Michael T. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 336.
Laboratory Management
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Meso analysis Janardhan, P. B.
Description of equipment and procedures for chemical analysis on a semimicro scale.
Janardhan, P. B. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 333.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Microscale Lab
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An effective technique for cleaning glassware Higley, David P.
Using salt as an abrasive agent.
Higley, David P. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 306.
Laboratory Management
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Specialty chemicals. An identity problem Haschke, John M.
When purchasing chemicals, one should beware of nonexistent compounds, mislabeled compounds, and substances of dubious purity.
Haschke, John M. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 157.
Laboratory Management
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Instruction in the organic chemistry laboratory: Past, present, and future Fife, Wilmer K.
Lessons from the past and present to apply to organic laboratory instruction in the future.
Fife, Wilmer K. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 119.
Laboratory Management
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A simple method for reducing the breakage of glass columns in gas chromatography Becker, M. Alice; Naftchi, N. Eric
A simple device that circumvents the breakage problem yet gives the column flexibility without loss of inertness.
Becker, M. Alice; Naftchi, N. Eric J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 115.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Chromatography
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Research needed for laboratory standards - Part II Steere, Norman V.
Continues to examine areas of laboratory safety that require additional research
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, A579.
Laboratory Management
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Research needed for laboratory safety standards - Part I Steere, Norman V.
Summarizes existing laboratory safety standards and identifies research needs.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, A539.
Laboratory Management
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Preservation of evidence after a laboratory incident causing injuries Steere, Norman V.
Suggestions on what to do after there has been a laboratory accident.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, A497.
Laboratory Management
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Safety practices in the chemical laboratory American Chemical Society Committee on Chemical Safety
Suggested rules for the chemistry laboratory.
American Chemical Society Committee on Chemical Safety J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, A403.
Laboratory Management
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New fire safety standard adopted for laboratories in health-related institutions Steere, Norman V.
On May 16, 1973, the National Fire Protection Association adopted a new standard for fire safety in laboratories in health-related institutions.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, A367.
Laboratory Management
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Perchlorate salts, their uses and alternatives Wolsey, Wayne C.
Covers unique properties, laboratory usage, precautions, and alternatives to perchlorate salts.
Wolsey, Wayne C. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, A335.
Laboratory Management
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Identifying multiple causes of laboratory accidents and injuries - Part 2 Steere, Norman V.
Presents a model of systems for classifying laboratory hazards; measures to prevent or limit laboratory accidents and injuries; some factors to be considered in the prevention and post-event investigation of laboratory accidents and injuries; some basic causes for accidents in the laboratory; and two case histories
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, A287.
Laboratory Management
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Relevant analytical experiments - with accountability Jones, Berwyn E.
Including standard samples along with "real" samples to check student accuracy in quantitative analysis.
Jones, Berwyn E. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 822.
Quantitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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A clean quick salvageable method for treating mercury spills Idoux, John P.
Freezing spilled mercury with dry ice and picking it up.
Idoux, John P. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 739.
Laboratory Management
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Inexpensive improvement of single pan balances McKay, Edward S.; Vasers, Alise
Reducing the abuse of single pan, automatic balances by attaching plastic stops on either side of the operating lever.
McKay, Edward S.; Vasers, Alise J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 710.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Avoiding glass contamination in removing samples from evacuated tubes Pratt, Mary T.
A procedure for avoiding glass contamination in removing samples from evacuated tubes.
Pratt, Mary T. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 689.
Laboratory Management
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Capital equipment breakage liability Brooks, David W.
Recommends to treat capital equipment breakage liability as a part of consumable expense.
Brooks, David W. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 662.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Precision spectrophotometry using modular instruments. A method for undergraduate courses Piepmeier, Edward H.
This paper discusses the stable, single beam, visible spectrophotometers and the techniques that are used to obtain measurements with a relative concentration precision of <0.5%.
Piepmeier, Edward H. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 640.
Spectroscopy |
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Management
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Lyophilization apparatus Lunelli, Bruno
A method based on an easily constructed apparatus that allows laboratory-scale lyophilizations to be carried out.
Lunelli, Bruno J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 577.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Separation Science |
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams |
Laboratory Management
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CO2 snow Fernelius, W. Conard
Method for producing CO2 "snow."
Fernelius, W. Conard J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 466.
Laboratory Management |
Gases
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A simple application device for paper chromatography and electrophoresis Barbeau, Donald L.
The application holder presented eliminates the awkwardness of handling filter paper strips while applying either large quantities of unknown samples or smaller quantities of amino acid standards.
Barbeau, Donald L. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 391.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Chromatography |
Electrophoresis |
Separation Science |
Amino Acids
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Audible pocket monitors for radiochemistry laboratory classes deBruin, H. J.; Bridger, B. A.
A cheap pocket monitor that provides audible warning for beta, gamma, and X-ray radiation.
deBruin, H. J.; Bridger, B. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 373.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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The problems of describing and identifying colors and a philatelic solution Lasis, A.
Applying the color guides used by stamp collectors to identify and assign names to colors observed in the laboratory.
Lasis, A. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 355.
Dyes / Pigments |
Laboratory Management
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Mercury spills DeNardis, Robert L.; Maslanka, Robert
Using tape to collect spilled mercury.
DeNardis, Robert L.; Maslanka, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 336.
Laboratory Management
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Computer aided grading of quantitative unknowns Jones, D. E.; Lytle, F. E.
A system for simplifying and standardizing the grading of quantitative unknowns.
Jones, D. E.; Lytle, F. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 285.
Quantitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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A passive seal for ground glass joints Gay, Charles F.
Indium wire can be used for sealing ground glass joints in static applications that normally require other techniques.
Gay, Charles F. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 269.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A convenient method for handling small amounts of gaseous reagents Kramer, Gary W.
A solution to the problem of handling small amounts of gases that are not easily generated.
Kramer, Gary W. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 227.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Gases |
Microscale Lab
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Encapsulation in borosilicate glass ampoules Tanaka, John
Investigates the process of encapsulation in borosilicate glass ampoules by examining the effect of strain on and the characteristics of ampoules.
Tanaka, John J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 224.
Laboratory Management
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Interactive laboratory report grading at a computer terminal Johnson, Ronald C.
Using a computer to evaluate measurements and calculations in the laboratory.
Johnson, Ronald C. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 223.
Laboratory Management
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Commercial gas replaces hydrogen in general chemistry laboratory Ehlert, Thomas C.
Methane can be used in place of hydrogen to reduce metal oxides.
Ehlert, Thomas C. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 162.
Oxidation / Reduction |
Laboratory Management |
Gases |
Metals
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Use of a new chemical reducing agent in the undergraduate organic laboratory Kushner, Arthur S.; Vaccariello, Terry
Using sodium bis(2-methoxy-ethoxy)aluminum hydride as a reducing agent in the undergraduate organic laboratory.
Kushner, Arthur S.; Vaccariello, Terry J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 154.
Laboratory Management |
Oxidation / Reduction
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A safe technique for removing glass tubing from rubber stoppers Bosch, Arthur
Using a cork borer to remove glass tubing from rubber stoppers.
Bosch, Arthur J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 113.
Laboratory Management
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An automatic laboratory flood-control system Becsey, Julius G.; Froebe, Larry R.
Design of an automatic laboratory flood-control system.
Becsey, Julius G.; Froebe, Larry R. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 84.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Filtration centrituge tube Giese, Roger W.
The tube presented is assembled from common laboratory equipment and can be employed for small scale crystallizations and filtrations under ordinary as well as low-temperature/inert-gas conditions.
Giese, Roger W. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 81.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Separation Science |
Crystals / Crystallography
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Dry ice baths, the easy way Land, H. Bruce III
Obtaining CO2 in syphon tube bottles and generating dry ice in the quantities needed on demand can eliminate many problems.
Land, H. Bruce III J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 78.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Microreactor with needle valve Razo, Lorenzo
Design for a microreactor with needle valve.
Razo, Lorenzo J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 73.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Management
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Safe practice in the chemistry laboratory - A safety manual (concluded) Schuerch, Conrad
Considers personal protection, equipment set up, running reactions, and laboratory organization.
Schuerch, Conrad J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A683.
Laboratory Management
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Safe practice in the chemistry laboratory - A safety manual - Part I Schuerch, Conrad
Summarizes the hazardous properties of chemicals, particularly flammability, explosive characteristics, spontaneous ignition, and toxicity.
Schuerch, Conrad J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A637.
Toxicology |
Laboratory Management
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Development of a safety program for academic laboratories Loperfido, John C.
Explores the establishment of a safety program, its implementation and subsidization, and safety education and innovations.
Loperfido, John C. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A583.
Laboratory Management
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Safe handling of the perchloric acid in the laboratory Muse, Lowell A.
Following a perchloric acid explosion at the University of Georgia, a practical set of recommendations for the safe handling and storage of perchloric acid was developed.
Muse, Lowell A. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A463.
Laboratory Management |
Acids / Bases
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Evaluation of chemical stability Coffee, Robert D.
The author discusses a system of three simple, time and material saving tests that may be used to give an indication of the explosion potential of chemicals.
Coffee, Robert D. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A343.
Laboratory Management
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An investigation of high impact body shields Quam, G. N.; Shea, James
Evaluates manufactured and custom-built body shields.
Quam, G. N.; Shea, James J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A295.
Laboratory Management
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Identification of hazardous materials - Part VII Steere, Norman V.
Examines hazard identification symbols.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A225.
Laboratory Management |
Toxicology
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Identification of hazardous materials - Part VI Steere, Norman V.
Examines federal standards for chemical hazard symbols.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A139.
Laboratory Management |
Toxicology
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Identification of hazardous materials - Part V Steere, Norman V.
Reviews the form and use of Material Safety Data Sheets.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A75.
Laboratory Management |
Toxicology
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Identification of hazardous materials - Part IV Steere, Norman V.
Examines materials that are hazardous by inhalation and skin absorption, as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, A19.
Laboratory Management |
Toxicology
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A convenient method for supernatant removal Heyl, Michael G.
The removal of unwanted supernatants from centrifuged samples can be greatly facilitated by the device presented.
Heyl, Michael G. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 804.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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An improved apparatus for the slow addition of solid suspensions to reaction mixtures Lustig, Robert S.
Describes an improved apparatus for the slow addition of solid suspensions to reaction mixtures.
Lustig, Robert S. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 784.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Improvement in handling small liquid samples during sodium fusions McCullough, CSC, Thomas
The odds for a successful sodium fusion can be improved by the use of a small U-tube prepared from a capillary tube.
McCullough, CSC, Thomas J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 771.
Laboratory Management
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Cutting thin-walled glass capillaries Young, Mark; Young, Richard
Suggestion for cutting thin-walled glass capillaries to produce a clean cut without crushing the glass.
Young, Mark; Young, Richard J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 704.
Laboratory Management
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Efficient use of washing solvents. A quantitative treatment Boschmann, Edwin
A quantitative study of the efficient use of washing solvents (e.g. distilled water) in the laboratory.
Boschmann, Edwin J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 650.
Laboratory Management |
Water / Water Chemistry
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The design of laboratory exercises. An analytical approach Kurucsev, T.
Presents a formalization of the processes carried out during the design of a laboratory exercise.
Kurucsev, T. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 628.
Laboratory Management
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A safe, inexpensive heat source for undergraduate laboratories Burshnick, E. J.; Roberts, R. M.; Monti, S. A.; McElwee, D. L.; Gilbert, J. C.
This heating source is flameless, highly efficient, safe, and easy to use.
Burshnick, E. J.; Roberts, R. M.; Monti, S. A.; McElwee, D. L.; Gilbert, J. C. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 623.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A simple apparatus for drying gases Fraga, E. R.; Schifino, J.
A simple apparatus that relies on silica gel for drying gases.
Fraga, E. R.; Schifino, J. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 553.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Gases |
Laboratory Management
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One more argument for safety goggles - Contact lens hazard Williams, Charles W.
Contact lenses have the potential of creating special safety problems.
Williams, Charles W. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 515.
Laboratory Management
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A practical inexpensive hydrostatic switch de Lima, R. Alves; Lima, J. Ferreira
This device interrupts current to heating baths and other equipment whenever the water pressure drops below a preset minimum.
de Lima, R. Alves; Lima, J. Ferreira J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 404.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A simple and inexpensive constant rate driver for syringes Lustig, Robert S.
Presents a simple and inexpensive constant rate driver to add small quantities of liquids at a constant rate.
Lustig, Robert S. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 370.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Liquids |
Laboratory Management
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Reclamation of gold Shaw, C. Frank III; Tobias, R. Stuart
An improved procedure for the recovery of gold from laboratory reaction residues.
Shaw, C. Frank III; Tobias, R. Stuart J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 286.
Separation Science |
Laboratory Management
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Safety device for wet test meters with mercury manometers Green, Richard
A safety device for eliminating mercury spills from wet test meters with mercury manometers.
Green, Richard J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 236.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Chemistry laboratories and other ecosystems Wynn, Charles M.
Suggestions for reducing water pollution from the chemistry laboratory.
Wynn, Charles M. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 225.
Laboratory Management |
Water / Water Chemistry
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Increased utilization of electronic apparatus Twigg, Martyn V.
It is possible to utilize more fully an electronic instrument by connecting it to several probes via a simple switch unit.
Twigg, Martyn V. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 191.
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Computerized chemistry stockroom inventory system Deutsch, J. L.; Frew, C. L.; Deutsch, E. W.; Charles, G. A.
Describes the features of a computerized chemistry stockroom inventory system.
Deutsch, J. L.; Frew, C. L.; Deutsch, E. W.; Charles, G. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 180.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management
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Identification of Hazardous Materials - Part III Steere, Norman V.
Examines materials that are hazardous by inhalation and skin absorption, as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1971, 48, A765.
Laboratory Management |
Toxicology
|
Identification of hazardous materials Steere, Norman V.
Examines materials that are hazardous by inhalation and skin absorption, as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1971, 48, A657.
Laboratory Management |
Toxicology
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Inert atmosphere enclosures Druding, Leonard F.
Examines glove bags, glove boxes, and the use of inert atmospheres.
Druding, Leonard F. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, A815.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Organization of a laboratory safety symposium Bargiband, Ronald F.
Describes a one-day local symposium on laboratory safety that could serve as a model for other ACS sections and colleges and universities.
Bargiband, Ronald F. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, A765.
Conferences |
Professional Development |
Laboratory Management
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Reagents for organic synthesis. Volume 2 (Fieser, Mary; Fieser, Louis) Haynes, LeRoy W.
Haynes, LeRoy W. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, A726.
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management
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Protective lockout and tagging of equipment Gatwood, G. T.
Examines purpose, responsibility, procedure, and violations with regards to the protective lockout and tagging of equipment.
Gatwood, G. T. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, A585.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Progress on a standard for fire protection of laboratories Scott, R. H.
This article constitutes an initial report on progress by a committee established by the National Fire Protection Association to develop recommendations for the prevention of loss of life and damage to property from fire and explosion in the laboratory.
Scott, R. H. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, A375.
Laboratory Management
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Safety enclosure for mercury filled McLeod gauge Lippert, Ernest J., Jr.; Glas, Joseph P.
The enclosure presented both protects the gauge and contains the mercury if breakage should occur.
Lippert, Ernest J., Jr.; Glas, Joseph P. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 755.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Procedure for recovering silver nitrate from silver-silver oxide residues Henderson, K. O.; Garin, David L.
Presents a procedure for recovering silver nitrate from silver-silver oxide residues.
Henderson, K. O.; Garin, David L. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 741.
Laboratory Management |
Separation Science |
Aqueous Solution Chemistry
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New dispenser for small volumes of solids Ringen, John C.
The container described automatically dispenses a constant volume of solid when the button in the cap is pushed.
Ringen, John C. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 720.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Use of felt-tipped pens with recorders Ringen, John C.
Using a felt-tipped pen with recorders eliminates problems with pens that rely on ink reservoirs.
Ringen, John C. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 716.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Instrumental Methods
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Inexpensive, efficient NMR tube cleaner Ladner, Kenneth H.; Hinton, James F.
A simple device that cleans NMR tubes quickly and efficiently is presented.
Ladner, Kenneth H.; Hinton, James F. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 704.
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A new and efficient gas trap Horodniak, J. W.; Indictor, N.
A new gas trap has been devised that is easier to construct and more efficient than standard gas traps used in organic laboratories.
Horodniak, J. W.; Indictor, N. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 568.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Gases |
Laboratory Management
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An apparatus for washing NMR tubes Jacobsen, N. W.
A small glass unit is convenient for cleaning, rinsing, and drying eight standard size NMR tubes simultaneously.
Jacobsen, N. W. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 507.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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Vacuum glassware safety (the author replies) Krause, Josef G.
Cautions regarding the use of vacuum procedures and apparatus.
Krause, Josef G. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 323.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Vacuum glassware safety Rubinstein, Harry
Cautions regarding the use of vacuum procedures and apparatus.
Rubinstein, Harry J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 323.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Polyethylene capillary pipets Melrose, Floyd C.; Lyle, David L.
Presents a method for making long, flexible capillary pipets using ordinary polyethylene tubing.
Melrose, Floyd C.; Lyle, David L. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 284.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Preparation of lithium amalgam Alexander, Jose; Rao, G. S. Krirshna
Lithium amalgam is useful in effecting Wurtz type intramolecular and intermolecular coupling reactions.
Alexander, Jose; Rao, G. S. Krirshna J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 277.
Reactions |
Laboratory Management
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A simple, student photochemical reactor Silberman, Robert
This simple photochemical reactor consists of an Erlenmeyer flask, a large beaker, and some glass tubing.
Silberman, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 122.
Photochemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Safety manuals and handbooks Monsanto Chemical Co. Research Center
Excerpts from Monsanto's laboratory safety guide.
Monsanto Chemical Co. Research Center J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A881.
Laboratory Management |
Industrial Chemistry
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Safety manuals and handbooks. Laboratory safety handbook Mallinckrodt Chemical Works
Presents a laboratory safety handbook prepared by Mallinckrodt Chemical Works.
Mallinckrodt Chemical Works J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A813.
Laboratory Management
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Safety manuals and handbooks Eaton, Chandler S.; Gatwood, Gari
Includes responsibilities of individuals in safety organization and the handling and storage of flammable liquids.
Eaton, Chandler S.; Gatwood, Gari J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A741.
Laboratory Management
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Safety manuals and handbooks Bowerman, E. W.; Harris, P. M.; Krubsack, A. J.; Schram, E. P.; Sweet, T. R.
Presents the safety handbook of the Chemistry Department at Ohio State University.
Bowerman, E. W.; Harris, P. M.; Krubsack, A. J.; Schram, E. P.; Sweet, T. R. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A597.
Laboratory Management
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The control of temperature - Part two van Swaay, Maarten
Focusses on the design, characteristics, and operation of thermocouples and thermistors.
van Swaay, Maarten J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A565.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Management
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Safety manuals and handbooks Steere, Norman V.
Presents the laboratory safety handbook of the Honeywell Corporate Research Center.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A529.
Laboratory Management
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The control of temperature - Part one van Swaay, Maarten
Examines the design, characteristics, and operation of temperature controlling circuits.
van Swaay, Maarten J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A515.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Hydrofluoric acid burn treatment Reinhardt, C. F.; Hume, W. G.; Linch, A. K.; Wetherhold, J. M.
Discusses the treatment of chemical burns due to hydrofluoric acid and the effectiveness of this new method.
Reinhardt, C. F.; Hume, W. G.; Linch, A. K.; Wetherhold, J. M. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A171.
Laboratory Management |
Acids / Bases
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Chemical safety slide rule Steere, Norman V.
Describes a chemical safety slide rule containing information on 166 common industrial chemicals and mixtures.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, A29.
Laboratory Management
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An inexpensive motor-driven buret Hansen, Lee D.; Litchman, William M.; Lewis, Edwin A.; Allred, Ronald E.
Presents a design for as inexpensive motor-driven buret that relies on a micrometer syringe and a constant-speed electric motor.
Hansen, Lee D.; Litchman, William M.; Lewis, Edwin A.; Allred, Ronald E. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 876.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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An inexpensive vacuum and gas handling system for the freshman laboratory Zuehlke, R. W.; Cartier, P. G.
Presents an inexpensive vacuum and gas handling system for the freshman laboratory.
Zuehlke, R. W.; Cartier, P. G. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 874.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Gases
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A convenient stencil for glass etching Alix, Ernest C.
A procedure for etching glass using a mimeograph stencil and hydrofluoric acid.
Alix, Ernest C. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 863.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Storage of scientific glassware in polyethylene pellets Haynes, LeRoy W.; Beyerle, Elmer B.
The use of polyethylene pellets for the storage of scientific glassware in laboratory bench drawers.
Haynes, LeRoy W.; Beyerle, Elmer B. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 853.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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A vacuum sublimation apparatus for the undergraduate organic laboratory Kraus, Josef G.
Presents a vacuum sublimation apparatus for the undergraduate organic laboratory that is low in cost, easy to assemble, easy to heat at constant temperature, and has a large sample capacity.
Kraus, Josef G. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 790.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams
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An attachment for semiautomatic melting point determination Vogel, George
This simple yet rugged device notifies the experimenter when a small crystalline sample in a capillary tube first begins to melt.
Vogel, George J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 789.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams |
Physical Properties |
Laboratory Management
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A strong and inexpensive glass-to-metal seal Benson, John E.; Garten, Robert L.
Short note on the use of epoxy cement as a strong and inexpensive glass-to-metal seal.
Benson, John E.; Garten, Robert L. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 766.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Chloramine-T as a substitute for chlorine water in qualitative analysis Nair, B. G. K.; Nair, C. G. R.
A brief note on the use of chloramine-T as a substitute for chlorine water as a reagent for detecting Br- and I- ions.
Nair, B. G. K.; Nair, C. G. R. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 755.
Qualitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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Simple vacuum monitor Harbulak, Edward P.; Valayil, Silvester P.
A simple vacuum monitor can be easily constructed from a hypodermic syringe.
Harbulak, Edward P.; Valayil, Silvester P. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 739.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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LTE. A TMS sampling technique Montecalvo, Donald F.; Lawlor, Joseph F.
Calls attention to an alternative simple technique for the transfer of tetramethylsilane into NMR sample tubes.
Montecalvo, Donald F.; Lawlor, Joseph F. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 701.
NMR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management |
Liquids
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Purification of low-melting compounds Kaye, Irving Allan
Presents a procedure that addresses difficulties to purification by recrystallization caused by the tendency of some low-melting compounds to precipitate from solution as oils.
Kaye, Irving Allan J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 696.
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams |
Physical Properties |
Separation Science |
Crystals / Crystallography |
Solutions / Solvents |
Laboratory Management |
Precipitation / Solubility
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A review of techniques in the Lassaigne sodium-fusion Gower, R. P.; Rhodes, I. P.
The present article is intended to collect the available methods of the sodium-fusion test with some indication of the most suitable circumstances in which each one may be used.
Gower, R. P.; Rhodes, I. P. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 606.
Laboratory Management |
Qualitative Analysis
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Electrolytic preparation of iodoform Helle, K.; Rijks, J. A.; Janssen, L. J. J.; Schuyl, J. W.
This short note describes a simplified method for the production of iodoform.
Helle, K.; Rijks, J. A.; Janssen, L. J. J.; Schuyl, J. W. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 518.
Electrochemistry |
Synthesis |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Apparatus for the addition of suspensions or solids to a reaction mixture de Groot, A.; Hovius, K.
This short note diagrams and describes the use of an apparatus for the addition of suspensions or solids to a reaction mixture.
de Groot, A.; Hovius, K. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 498.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A simple method for the analysis of cobalt in Co(III) complexes Hughes, R. Graham; Endicott, John F.; Hoffman, Morton Z.; House, D. A.
Presents two direct chemical methods for effecting the Co(III) to Co2+ reduction.
Hughes, R. Graham; Endicott, John F.; Hoffman, Morton Z.; House, D. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 440.
Coordination Compounds |
Oxidation / Reduction |
Laboratory Management
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A superior method of mulling samples for infrared spectroscopy Brady, Leonard E.
It is possible to mull solids quickly and easily with complete protection from air and moisture by grinding with the mulling agent between ground glass plates.
Brady, Leonard E. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 301.
IR Spectroscopy |
Laboratory Management
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Photochemical fume hoods: Design and construction Stenberg, Virgil I.
Describes the features of a fume hood designed especially for photochemical use.
Stenberg, Virgil I. J. Chem. Educ. 1969, 46, 176.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Photochemistry
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Safe use of flammable liquids in laboratories Shaw, A. J.
Examines the properties of flammable liquids, as well as their safe handling and proper safety equipment.
Shaw, A. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A821.
Liquids |
Laboratory Management
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The disposal of chemical and radioactive waste - Part two Pearsall, S. G.; Wilshusen, W.
Discusses procedures for the disposal of radioactive wastes.
Pearsall, S. G.; Wilshusen, W. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A677.
Laboratory Management |
Nuclear / Radiochemistry
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The disposal of chemical and radioactive waste - Part one Pearsall, S. G.; Wilshusen, W.
Examines issues surrounding the disposal of chemical wastes.
Pearsall, S. G.; Wilshusen, W. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A599.
Laboratory Management
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Dangers due to increased flammability of materials in oxygen-enriched atmospheres Wilk, I. J.
Examines cases of oxygen-enriched accidents, causes of ignition, and safety considerations.
Wilk, I. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A547.
Gases |
Laboratory Management
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Handbook of laboratory safety (Steere, Norman V., ed) Quam, Q. N.
Quam, Q. N. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A511.
Laboratory Management
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Hazard identification signals Steer, Norman V.
Reviews the use of signs to indicate laboratory and chemical hazards.
Steer, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A413.
Laboratory Management
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Hazardous chemicals data (continued) National Fire Protection Association
Examines hazards of hydrogen peroxide, hydrogen sulfide, isopropyl ether, methyl acrulate, nitrobenzene, nitropropanes, perchloric acid, phenol, picric acid, pyridine, and sodium hydroxide.
National Fire Protection Association J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A313.
Laboratory Management
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Hazardous chemicals data (continued) National Fire Protection Association
Present safety data on acetylene, acrylonitrile, aniline, benzene, butadiene-1,3, cresol, dioxane-1,4, and ethylene dioxide.
National Fire Protection Association J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A199.
Laboratory Management
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Hazardous chemicals data National Fire Protection Association
Explains aspects of chemical hazard data and presents hazards associated with acetaldehyde.
National Fire Protection Association J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, A115.
Chemometrics |
Aldehydes / Ketones |
Laboratory Management
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Dangerous mixture: Trimethyl phosphite and magnesium perchlorate Jercinovic, L. M.; Rost, D. L.
Report of a high-potential chemical accident.
Jercinovic, L. M.; Rost, D. L. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, 750.
Laboratory Management
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Elimination of leaks in spherical joints Krulfeld, M.
This short note suggests the use of O-rings to prevent leaks in spherical ground-glass joints without grease.
Krulfeld, M. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, 540.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Lithium shot Worden, Leonard R.; Burgstahler, Albert W.
Brief note on the preparation of lithium shot.
Worden, Leonard R.; Burgstahler, Albert W. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, 425.
Laboratory Management
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A simple splash arrestor Thompson, Peter
A simple splash arrestor superior to commercially available models is presented.
Thompson, Peter J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, 172.
Laboratory Management
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A computerized stockroom Jenevein, Roy M.; Wells, Cecil M.; Trefonas, Louis M.
Describes the operation of a computerized stockroom, particularly with respect to inventory control and billing.
Jenevein, Roy M.; Wells, Cecil M.; Trefonas, Louis M. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, 132.
Laboratory Computing / Interfacing |
Laboratory Management
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A simple laboratory shock absorber Jones, Jerry L.; Fritsche, Herbert A., Jr.
A short note on using an old automobile inner tube to reduce the vibration of sensitive equipment.
Jones, Jerry L.; Fritsche, Herbert A., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1968, 45, 117.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Mode of action of of toxic substances (cont.) Stokinger, Herbert E.
Examines the mechanisms of toxic substances.
Stokinger, Herbert E. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A984.
Toxicology |
Laboratory Management
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Mode of action of toxic substances Stokinger, Herbert E.
Examines the mechanisms of toxic substances.
Stokinger, Herbert E. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A885.
Toxicology |
Laboratory Management
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Means of contact and entry of toxic agents Stokinger, Herbert E.
Discusses the means of contact and entry for toxic agents.
Stokinger, Herbert E. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A721.
Toxicology |
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory accident liability: Academic and industrial Schmitz, Thomas M.; Davies, Ralph K.
Examines issues related to liability in academic and industrial laboratories.
Schmitz, Thomas M.; Davies, Ralph K. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A654.
Laboratory Management
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Explosion-proof electrical equipment Ehrenkranz, T. E.
Details the hazardous location classifications for electrical equipment of the National Electrical Code.
Ehrenkranz, T. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A601.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Planning for fume hoods in the design of science buildings Horowitz, Harold
Discusses factors that must be considered in the planning of fume hoods for science buildings.
Horowitz, Harold J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A439.
Laboratory Management
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Fire and explosion problems in laboratories and pilot plants Braidech, Matthew M.
Describes fourteen cases of accidents involving fire or explosions in laboratories and pilot plants.
Braidech, Matthew M. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A319.
Laboratory Management
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Chlorine trifluoride. Steere, Norman V.
Summarizes the hazards associated with chlorine trifluoride.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A1057.
Chemometrics |
Laboratory Management
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Threshold limit values for 1966* Prepared by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
Lists threshold limit values for hazardous substances.
Prepared by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, A45.
Laboratory Management
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Minimizing evaporation from constant temperature water baths Stronski, Robert E.
This short note describes the use of styrofoam chips to minimize evaporation from constant temperature water baths.
Stronski, Robert E. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, 767.
Laboratory Management
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Letter to the editor Jadd, Eugene C.
Describes the Teflon tubing "Flo-Tite."
Jadd, Eugene C. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, 486.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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A system for packaging and numbering solid unknowns Woelfel, Warren C.
Describes a simple method for packaging and numbering solid unknowns before distributing them to students.
Woelfel, Warren C. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, 484.
Quantitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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The ultrasonic cleaner in the laboratory Robertson, William B.
The ultrasonic cleaner is indispensable in the laboratory or glass shop.
Robertson, William B. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, 460.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Letter to the editor Chipman, Wilmon B.
Recommends noting the date of receipt on the label of chemicals when they arrive.
Chipman, Wilmon B. J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, 427.
Laboratory Management
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Readily available anhydrous ether solutions of hydrogen chloride Matuszak, Charles A.; Matuszak, Alice Jean
The procedure described here circumvents most of the problems usually associated with the preparation of anhydrous ether solutions of hydrogen chloride since it uses readily available materials and does not require anhydrous ether or a gas cylinder.
Matuszak, Charles A.; Matuszak, Alice Jean J. Chem. Educ. 1967, 44, 108.
Ethers |
Laboratory Management
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University program in laboratory management and safety Breysse, Peter A.
Describes a teaching program designed to provide safety indoctrination for faculty, staff, and students.
Breysse, Peter A. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, A941.
Laboratory Management
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Unattended laboratory operationsPart three. Running laboratory reactions under safe control Colon, D. R.
Examines the safe, controlled running of exothermic reactions in the laboratory.
Colon, D. R. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, A737.
Laboratory Management
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Unattended laboratory operations. Part 2. Running laboratory reactions under safe control Conlon, D. R.
Considers the apparatus and procedures for the safe control of endothermic reactions.
Conlon, D. R. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, A652.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Calorimetry / Thermochemistry |
Reactions
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Unattended laboratory operations. Part 1. The safe operation of laboratory distillations over night Conlon, D. R.
Examines issues related to the safe operation of laboratory distillations over night.
Conlon, D. R. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, A589.
Laboratory Management |
Separation Science |
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams
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The establishment of a university safety eye protection program Watson, William H.
Describes the process for the establishment of a university safety eye protection program at Florida State University.
Watson, William H. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, A227.
Laboratory Management
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Storage and disposal of dangerous chemicals Voeglein, Joseph F., Jr.
Examines the storage and disposal of various classes of dangerous chemicals.
Voeglein, Joseph F., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, A151.
Laboratory Management
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Containers and labeling Steere, Norman V.
Discusses issues related to chemical containers and their proper labeling.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, A1057.
Laboratory Management
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The Seaver Chemistry Laboratory for undergraduate instruction Hansch, Corwin
The purpose of this report is to describe the chemistry section of the Seaver Science Center at Ponoma College and its implications for undergraduate instruction in a college of arts and sciences.
Hansch, Corwin J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, 612.
Laboratory Management |
Administrative Issues
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A suggestion for cleaning glassware coated with MnO2 Schaffrath, Robert E.
This short note provides a suggestion for cleaning glassware coated with MnO2.
Schaffrath, Robert E. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, 578.
Laboratory Management
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Letter to the editor Weaver, Elbert C.
Care must be taken when pouring concentrated sulfuric acid.
Weaver, Elbert C. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, 335.
Laboratory Management
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Preventing spillage when pouring mercury Carlton, Terry S.
A glass adapter of the type used in distillations has proved effective in preventing spillage during mercury transfers.
Carlton, Terry S. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, 320.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Letter to the editor Wagner, Frank S., Jr.
Notes the toxic hazards of nitrobenzene.
Wagner, Frank S., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, 108.
Laboratory Management
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Explosion hazard: Pyridine ''perchromate" Adams, D. M.; Raynor, J. B.
This short note warns that pyridine ''perchromate" has been known to explode violently.
Adams, D. M.; Raynor, J. B. J. Chem. Educ. 1966, 43, 94.
Laboratory Management
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Compressed gas cylinders and cylinder regulators used in laboratories Pinney, George
Presents safety guidelines regarding the use of compressed gas cylinders and cylinder regulators in laboratories.
Pinney, George J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A976.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Gases
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The literature of chemical safetyPart II Fawcett, Howard H.
Presents a bibliography of literature on chemical safety.
Fawcett, Howard H. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A897.
Laboratory Management
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The literature of chemical safety. Part 1 Fawcett, Howard H.
Reviews some of the many topics considered in the literature with respect to chemical safety.
Fawcett, Howard H. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A815.
Laboratory Management
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Instrumentation for micrometry and microscopy. Part three Lewin, S. Z.
Examines optical principles of the compound microscope, the role of the eye, the process of visual magnification, image quality, resolution versus magnification, and microscope objective and ocular lenses.
Lewin, S. Z. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A775.
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory design considerationsPart II Steere, Norman V.
Considers ventilation, illumination, radioisotopes, egress, water supply, and miscellaneous laboratory design features.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A665.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Nuclear / Radiochemistry |
Isotopes
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Chemical unit1965 kit Alyea, Hubert N.
Provides labels for liquids and solutions used in the Tested Overhead Projection Series.
Alyea, Hubert N. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A601.
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory design considerations, Part 1 Steere, Norman V.
Considers automatic safety systems; emergency alarm systems; facilities for chemical storage, infectious agents, and animals; and safety equipment.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A583.
Laboratory Management
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Mercury vapor hazards and control measures Steere, Norman V.
Discusses the properties of mercury; threshold limits; the absorption, distribution, and excretion of mercury by the body; pharmacology of mercury; symptoms of mercury poisoning and its treatment; personal protective measures; measures to control mercury; monitoring mercury vapors; and cleaning and decontamination procedures.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A529.
Laboratory Management
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Emergency exhaust ventilation Steere, Norman V.
Considers laboratory safety design standards and chemical safety in biological laboratories.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A464.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Lasers and masersControl of health hazards Daniels, Roswell G.; Goldstein, Bernard L.
Considers laser and maser emissions, variable factors in tissue, variables of beam characteristics, environmental considerations, and the need for control over radiation hazards.
Daniels, Roswell G.; Goldstein, Bernard L. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A182.
Lasers |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Microbiological hazards in the laboratoryPart oneControl Phillips, G. Briggs
Considers the incidence, severity, and causes of laboratory infections.
Phillips, G. Briggs J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, A43.
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory first aid (Guy, K.) Livingston, H. K.
Livingston, H. K. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, 693.
Laboratory Management
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Safety and accident prevention in chemical operations (Fawcett, Howard H.; Wood, William S.) Fresina, John M.
Fresina, John M. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, 693.
Laboratory Management
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Automated inventory control at the small college Nevill, William A.
A simple data processing system is used to manage inventory and purchases.
Nevill, William A. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, 670.
Laboratory Management
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The role of support personnel in modern chemistry departments Chlad, Frank L.
Presents data on the number of various support personnel found in chemistry departments at 32 U.S. universities and colleges.
Chlad, Frank L. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, 668.
Laboratory Management |
Administrative Issues
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Preparation of chromic acid cleaning solution Krause, Richard E.
This short note describes a simple method for the preparation of chromic acid cleaning solution.
Krause, Richard E. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, 426.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management |
Solutions / Solvents
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A mechanical method for maintaining stock room inventory Sirera, Joseph; Evans, Ben E.
Describes a punch card system for use with a computer to simplify maintaining stock room inventories.
Sirera, Joseph; Evans, Ben E. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, 423.
Laboratory Management
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A versatile bubbler valve Bissey, Jack Edwin
This device was developed to control nitrogen pressure as gas is admitted to a vacuum system.
Bissey, Jack Edwin J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, 317.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Gases |
Laboratory Management
|
A modified condensing apparatus for both refluxing and distilling Goddard, Charles; Henry, Malcolm C.
The condenser described here can be pivoted from a vertical position (refluxing) to one approximately horizontal (distilling) without having to switch the inlet and outlet condensor connections.
Goddard, Charles; Henry, Malcolm C. J. Chem. Educ. 1965, 42, 221.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams |
Laboratory Management
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Eye protection in laboratories Steere, Norman V.
Reviews requirements for and issues related to eye protection in laboratories.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A936.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Chemical Protection of the Body Against Ionizing Radiation (Balabukha, V. S., ed.) Trumbore, C. N.
Trumbore, C. N. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A894.
Nuclear / Radiochemistry |
Laboratory Management
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Fire-Protected Storage for Records and Chemicals Steere, Norman V.
Considers fire-protected storage for records, improvement of existing record storage, record protection equipment, fire protected storage for chemicals, improvement of existing laboratory storage for flammable liquids, cabinets for fire-protected storage, special rooms, and special extinguishing equipment.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A859.
Laboratory Management
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Cryogenic safety Spencer, Eric W.
Examines the properties of cryogenic fluids and hazards associated with their use and storage.
Spencer, Eric W. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A653.
Laboratory Management
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Control of hazards from peroxides in ethers Steere, Norman V.
Examines the types of peroxides found in university laboratories, accidents involving peroxides, preventive measures, the formation of peroxides, testing for peroxides in ethers, and the safe removal of peroxides.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A575.
Ethers |
Laboratory Management
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Shields and barricades for chemical laboratory operations Smith, David T.
Considers types of exposures, materials of construction, fixed shields in conventional hoods, special blast hoods, reactions in small autoclaves, cast elastomer glassware enclosures, and ear protection.
Smith, David T. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A520.
Laboratory Management
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Sources of information on hazards Steere, Norman V.
Lists the chemical hazard data guides available for over 100 common chemicals.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A269.
Laboratory Management
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Ventilation of laboratory operations, part two Steere, Norman V.
Examines the transport of noxious materials, the design of ducts and fans, and the disposal of removed contaminants.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A183.
Laboratory Management
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Ventilation of laboratory operations, Part one Steere, Norman V.
Examines the capture of airborne contaminants, laboratory hoods, and other laboratory enclosures.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A95.
Laboratory Management
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Responsibility for accident prevention Steere, Norman V.
Discusses the responsibilities of individuals, supervisors, and institutions in preventing accidents.
Steere, Norman V. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, A27.
Laboratory Management
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Storage of scientific glassware in polystyrene Hunter, I. R.; Walden, M. K.
Suggests preparing a foamed polystyrene sheet for the storage of laboratory glassware.
Hunter, I. R.; Walden, M. K. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, 667.
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Laboratory Management
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A simple method of coating with polyethylene Anderson, H. L.; Jones, F. R.; Wood, R. H.
Describes a process for coating metal containers (aluminum, copper, and stainless steel) with a thin layer of relatively inert polyethylene.
Anderson, H. L.; Jones, F. R.; Wood, R. H. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, 638.
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Laboratory Management
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Storage of isocyanates for student use Naff, M. Benton
Presents a convenient storage procedure that eliminates the problem of moisture in isocyanates.
Naff, M. Benton J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, 616.
Laboratory Management
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Letters Helliwell, G. P.
The author seeks to clarify certain facts in an earlier published article.
Helliwell, G. P. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, 575.
Microscale Lab |
Reactions |
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Multipurpose solvent Hogan, T. E.; Hayes, K. E.
Describes the use of mixtures of purified waste solvents as an effective multipurpose solvent.
Hogan, T. E.; Hayes, K. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, 568.
Laboratory Management
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Using variable voltage transformers to control heaters Battino, Rubin
Presents a graph relating the wattage (heat output) to the voltage applied to a heater.
Battino, Rubin J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, 104.
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Letters to the editor Crawford, Crayton M.
Calls attention to the hazards of certain cleaning solutions, particularly those containing chromium.
Crawford, Crayton M. J. Chem. Educ. 1963, 40, 440.
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory planning for chemistry and chemical engineering (Lewis, Harry F., ed.) Dutton, F. B.
Dutton, F. B. J. Chem. Educ. 1963, 40, 389.
Laboratory Management
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Chem sources Kieffer, William F.
Kieffer, William F. J. Chem. Educ. 1963, 40, 172.
Laboratory Management
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A modular approach to chemical instrumentation Wise, Edward N.
Suggests a modular approach to assist students in acquiring familiarity with the application of instrumental principles.
Wise, Edward N. J. Chem. Educ. 1963, 40, 73.
Instrumental Methods |
Laboratory Management
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Use of magnesium sulfate in the preparation of anhydrous ether Burgstahler, A. W.; Kulier, C. P.; Worden, L. R.
This short note describes the use of magnesium sulfate in the preparation of anhydrous ether.
Burgstahler, A. W.; Kulier, C. P.; Worden, L. R. J. Chem. Educ. 1962, 39, 578.
Ethers |
Synthesis |
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory management and techniques (Edwards, J. A.) Rovertson, G. Ross
Rovertson, G. Ross J. Chem. Educ. 1961, 38, 587.
Laboratory Management
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Easily prepared wide range buffer series Carmody, Walter R.
A series of buffers with pH values ranging from 2.0 to 12.0 that requires the preparation of only two stock solutions and requires only three common chemicals.
Carmody, Walter R. J. Chem. Educ. 1961, 38, 559.
Aqueous Solution Chemistry |
Acids / Bases |
pH |
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A simple method for cleaning buret tips Michaels, William
Suggests using thin copper wire to clean buret tips.
Michaels, William J. Chem. Educ. 1961, 38, 548.
Laboratory Management
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New fundamental designs for academic chemistry buildings Robertson, G. Ross
Describes significant changes that have occurred in the basic architectural design of college chemistry buildings.
Robertson, G. Ross J. Chem. Educ. 1961, 38, 474.
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory Safety. III. Accident procedures Chamberlain, Mark M.
Describes fire fighting and first aid procedures.
Chamberlain, Mark M. J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 583.
Laboratory Management
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Laboratory Safety. II. Flammable and toxic materials Chamberlain, Mark M.
Examines the important properties of flammable materials and the health hazards associated with toxic materials.
Chamberlain, Mark M. J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 511.
Toxicology |
Laboratory Management
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Letters Lebowitz, William
Comments on the preferred method for cleaning laboratory glassware.
Lebowitz, William J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 437.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Letters Hines, Wallis G.
Recommends a mixture of chromic and sulfuric acids as a superior general purpose glass cleaner.
Hines, Wallis G. J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 315.
Laboratory Management |
Acids / Bases
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Letters Franks, F.
Compares chromic and nitric acids for cleaning laboratory glassware.
Franks, F. J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 315.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management
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A rapid method for loading mercury manometers Spanier, Edward J.
This brief note presents a rapid method for loading mercury manometers.
Spanier, Edward J. J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 233.
Laboratory Management
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Letters Crawford, Crayton M.
The author calls attention to contrasting opinions on the cleaning of laboratory glassware.
Crawford, Crayton M. J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 161.
Laboratory Management
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Seven Precepts of the Student Laboratory Doty, Gene
Seven tongue-in-cheek rules for the student laboratory.
Doty, Gene J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 145.
Laboratory Management
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Undergraduate chemistry laboratory fee and breakage practices Dunbar, R. E.
Reviews practices for dealing with undergraduate chemistry laboratory fees and breakage.
Dunbar, R. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1960, 37, 46.
Laboratory Management
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Rapid dispensing of liquids for large laboratory classes Radin, Norman S.
Describes an automatic syringe that is useful for rapidly dispensing liquids for large laboratory classes.
Radin, Norman S. J. Chem. Educ. 1959, 36, 579.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Liquids
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Letters to the editor Boryta, Daniel
The author offers a suggestion to stop water splashing from aspirator pumps.
Boryta, Daniel J. Chem. Educ. 1959, 36, 530.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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A splashless table drain Smucker, Arthur A.; Weaver, Henry D., Jr.
Presents a design for a splashless table drain.
Smucker, Arthur A.; Weaver, Henry D., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1959, 36, 301.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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A simple Pyrex-detection system Thompson, H. Bradford
A simple method for identifying Pyrex glassware.
Thompson, H. Bradford J. Chem. Educ. 1958, 35, 569.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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A simple and efficient device for cleaning dropping bottles Shen, Samuel Yi-Wen
Presents a setup that has been successfully used for the cleaning of dropping bottles.
Shen, Samuel Yi-Wen J. Chem. Educ. 1957, 34, 327.
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Laboratory Management
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Safe mixing and storage of acid or alkali solutions Nicholson, Douglas G.
Describes specialized containers for the safe mixing and storage of acid or alkali solutions.
Nicholson, Douglas G. J. Chem. Educ. 1957, 34, 254.
Acids / Bases |
Laboratory Management
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Improvised traps for vacuum lines Bloom, M.
The improvised trap arrangement described here has the advantage that it does not involve the use of rubber tubing or stoppers and is consequently free of contamination from those sources.
Bloom, M. J. Chem. Educ. 1957, 34, 173.
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Laboratory Management
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Letters to the editor Sastry, K. R. Krishna
Silicon crucibles should not be used with magnesium or calcium as some of the metal reacts with the silicon to form the silicide.
Sastry, K. R. Krishna J. Chem. Educ. 1957, 34, 155.
Laboratory Management
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Simple evacuable die for the preparation of potassium bromide discs White, Emil H.
Provides a description of a simple and reliable evacuable die which can give crystal-clear windows of potassium bromide.
White, Emil H. J. Chem. Educ. 1957, 34, 41.
IR Spectroscopy |
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Laboratory Management
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Drying volumetric glassware Mitzner, Bernard M.
Presents the results of a simple investigations regarding the best methods for quickly and effectively cleaning analytical, volumetric glassware.
Mitzner, Bernard M. J. Chem. Educ. 1956, 33, 609.
Laboratory Management
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Apparatus for the triple distillation of mercury Joncich, M. J.; Alley, C. A.; Kowaka, M.
The rising cost of mercury coupled with the extensive use of this element in a variety of laboratory applications emphasizes the need for an efficient apparatus for purification.
Joncich, M. J.; Alley, C. A.; Kowaka, M. J. Chem. Educ. 1956, 33, 607.
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams |
Separation Science |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management
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Radio music in the laboratory Cook, Theodore W.
The playing of music may be used to advantage in the laboratory under proper control.
Cook, Theodore W. J. Chem. Educ. 1956, 33, 402.
Laboratory Management
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Service personnel for university chemistry departments Boyer, Robert M.
Presents the results of data collected from the chemistry departments of 11 universities regarding their personnel and their functions.
Boyer, Robert M. J. Chem. Educ. 1956, 33, 387.
Laboratory Management
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Fluorescent lighting as an analytical hazard Bishop, John A.
Fluorescent lighting in an analytical laboratory decomposes AgCl precipitates, obscuring certain titrations.
Bishop, John A. J. Chem. Educ. 1956, 33, 372.
Photochemistry |
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Quantitative Analysis |
Laboratory Management
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A precaution in the use of magnetic stirrers Passer, Moses
A recommendation to use only uncoated magnetic stirring bars for high-temperature work in inert solvents is based on a laboratory accident.
Passer, Moses J. Chem. Educ. 1955, 32, 332.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Magnetic Properties |
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Laboratory teaching Xan, John
Suggestions for running a successful laboratory, particularly with introductory students.
Xan, John J. Chem. Educ. 1954, 31, 519.
Laboratory Management
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Letters to the editor Carmody, Walter R.
The author analyzes a method suggested for reclaiming silver from silver chloride residues.
Carmody, Walter R. J. Chem. Educ. 1954, 31, 495.
Laboratory Management
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The new chemical laboratory of the University of Hawaii Bilger, Leonora Neuffer; Bilger, Earl Matthias
Describes the new chemical laboratory of the University of Hawaii.
Bilger, Leonora Neuffer; Bilger, Earl Matthias J. Chem. Educ. 1954, 31, 300.
Laboratory Management
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Policies on chemistry department fees Nicholson, Douglas G.
A canvas of 160 different college and university chemistry departments regarding policies on student laboratory and breakage fees, together with methods of keeping records and refunds on student breakage, has revealed several interesting observations.
Nicholson, Douglas G. J. Chem. Educ. 1954, 31, 192.
Administrative Issues |
Laboratory Management
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The operation of a multiple stockroom Holtzinger, Albert H.
Details the operation of a multiple stockroom, including reserve and retail stockrooms, on a large college campus.
Holtzinger, Albert H. J. Chem. Educ. 1953, 30, 512.
Laboratory Management
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Reclaiming silver from silver chloride residues Willbanks, Otto L.
A convenient method for accomplishing the conversion of silver chloride to silver is proposed that takes advantage of the fact that silver oxide is less soluble in concentrated base than is silver chloride.
Willbanks, Otto L. J. Chem. Educ. 1953, 30, 347.
Laboratory Management |
Precipitation / Solubility
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Storing rubber tubing Young, Roland S.; Benfield, D. A.; Strachan, K. G.
A convenient arrangement to store rubber tubing in a minimum space is illustrated.
Young, Roland S.; Benfield, D. A.; Strachan, K. G. J. Chem. Educ. 1953, 30, 317.
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Safety practices and the chemistry stockroom Nicholson, Douglas G.
Provides suggestions for safety practices involving the chemistry stockroom.
Nicholson, Douglas G. J. Chem. Educ. 1953, 30, 188.
Laboratory Management
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A laboratory safety program Purdue, J. O.; Halley, C. J., Jr.
Informal pictures relating to safety are posted in the laboratory to reduce the incidence of accidents.
Purdue, J. O.; Halley, C. J., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1952, 29, 553.
Laboratory Management
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Some (organic) lab tips Antelman, Marvin
A short list of recommendations regarding boiling chips, a substitute cold finger, increasing the capacity of a stopper, inexpensive stirrers, and using bathtub plugs for stoppers.
Antelman, Marvin J. Chem. Educ. 1952, 29, 523.
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Laboratory Management
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Semimicro laboratories Chelberg, Raymond R.; Anderson, John E.
Describes the equipment and preparations needed to conduct semimicro laboratories in general, organic, and analytical chemistry.
Chelberg, Raymond R.; Anderson, John E. J. Chem. Educ. 1952, 29, 189.
Microscale Lab |
Laboratory Management |
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus
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Stopcock lubricants Brooke, Maxey
Describes several different recipes for stopcock lubricants.
Brooke, Maxey J. Chem. Educ. 1951, 28, 602.
Laboratory Management
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Support for compressed gas cylinders Young, Roland S.; Snaddon, R.
Describes the use of rubber suction discs to secure compressed gas cylinders.
Young, Roland S.; Snaddon, R. J. Chem. Educ. 1951, 28, 528.
Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus |
Laboratory Management |
Gases
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The use of a drill press for boring holes in stoppers Stengle, W. B.
Describes the use of a drill press for boring holes in stoppers.
Stengle, W. B. J. Chem. Educ. 1951, 28, 393.
Laboratory Management
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Keeping properties of certain volumetric solutions Durham, Barbee William
Presents a table listing the storage time and stability of various standard solutions.
Durham, Barbee William J. Chem. Educ. 1951, 28, 387.
Solutions / Solvents |
Aqueous Solution Chemistry |
Laboratory Management
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