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Goal and Overview
The quantitative stoichiometric relationships governing mass and amount will be studied using the combustion reaction of magnesium metal...
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Suggested Review and External Reading
Data analysis introduction (online), reference materials, Textbook information on ionic compounds and empirical formulas
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Background
A great deal of chemical knowledge has been amassed by using simple combustion experiments conducted with crucibles, burners, and balances...
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Experimental Notes
Equipment List: Safety goggles, Magnesium ribbon, Mg, Balance (to 0.0001 g), Ring stand, Bunsen burner, Ring support/clay traingle,...
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Procedure
Your TA will demonstrate. Ask questions as needed...
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Reporting Results
Complete your lab summary or write a report (as instructed)...