Penn State CHEM 113
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Spring 2023
Experiment 12 Thermodynamics – Prelab Activity
Directions:
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Complete the following assignment on the handout, an extra sheet of paper, or the notes page in
your lab notebook.
All answers should be handwritten. You do not have to rewrite the questions but do provide
complete answers.
Make sure to include your name on every page.
The assignment should be uploaded to the Canvas pre-lab dropbox as a single PDF before the start
of class (you may use a scanner or app such as CamScanner or Adobe PDF).
Be sure to bring your completed pre-lab assignment with you to lab!
Experimental Summaries: (5 pts) Experimental flow charts should include some helpful notes about the
experiment and any safety considerations. Where prompted in the lab manual, create sample data tables
with appropriate labels.
Read through each section in your lab manual and record the following information:
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Section Title
o List of Materials:
o Procedural Flowchart:
o Safety Considerations:
Summary of Safety Considerations: (5 pts)
1. Review the SDS for urea. What should you do if you get a small amount of urea on your skin?
2. In addition to wearing safety glasses and appropriate lab attire, what are the most important
safety considerations for this experiment?