In association with the Royal Society of Chemistry's "Chemistry Week".
A day of curriculum enhancing activities for students who are considering studying BSc or HND Chemistry at University. This FREE event is open to those currently studying either AS/A2 Chemistry. Visiting students must be accompanied by their teacher.
Programme
13.00-13.30 Visitors arrive in MB Foyer and collect visitor badges
13.30-16.15 Preparation of pear essence (propyl acetate) - Practical work
Propyl acetate will be prepared by a condensation reaction between a primary alcohol (propan-1-ol) and a carboxylic acid (acetic acid). This organic synthesis will involve use of reflux apparatus and a separating funnel. Additionally, the students will analyse the reactants and product using portable IR and NMR instruments.
16.15-16.30 Visitors will be given information packs and asked to complete feedback forms
16.30 Visitors Depart
A day of curriculum enhancing activities for students who are considering studying BSc or HND Chemistry at University. This FREE event is open to those currently studying either AS/A2 Chemistry. Visiting students must be accompanied by their teacher.
Programme
13.00-13.30 Visitors arrive in MB Foyer and collect visitor badges
13.30-16.15 Preparation of pear essence (propyl acetate) - Practical work
Propyl acetate will be prepared by a condensation reaction between a primary alcohol (propan-1-ol) and a carboxylic acid (acetic acid). This organic synthesis will involve use of reflux apparatus and a separating funnel. Additionally, the students will analyse the reactants and product using portable IR and NMR instruments.
16.15-16.30 Visitors will be given information packs and asked to complete feedback forms
16.30 Visitors Depart
