Introduction

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

Deadlines

• Oct 31 2016
  Standard registration deadline

  

Sponsorship & supporting organisations

Royal Society of Chemistry

Venue

University of Wolverhampton - Rosalind Franklin Science Building

University of Wolverhampton - Rosalind Franklin Science Building, Stafford Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1LY, United Kingdom

Useful links

• Venue information More information about the venue

Organised by

Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Wolverhampton

University of Wolverhampton

Contact information

Charlene Butler
University of Wolverhampton
Faculty of Science and Engineering, Room MA118a,
University of Wolverhampton,
Wulfruna Street,
Wolverhampton.
WV1 1LY

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