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Enthalpy of an Ion
 


Activity Overview

Students will explore exothemic and endothermic reactions and create a classroom calorimeter to measure energy of a reaction.

Before the Activity

Students should have either TI-83 or TI-84 Plus calculator. The attached .pdf form should be printed, copied and distributed to students.

During the Activity

Perform the procedures outlined in the printed .pdf form. Using the simple calorimeter constructed in class, students explore exothermic and endothermic reations.

After the Activity

  • Review student results
  • As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
  • Re-teach concepts as necessary


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    Subject Area:
    Science : Chemistry : Chemical Reactions

    Author:
    Texas Instruments

    Level:
    9-12

    Activity Time:
    35 Minutes

    Device:
    TI-83 Plus Family, TI-84 Plus Family

    Apps:
    EasyData™

    Software:
    TI Connect™

    Accessories:
    Vernier EasyTemp®, TI Connectivity Cable, Unit-to-Unit link cables

    Other:

  • Magnesium metal ribbon/turnings
  • 1 M HCI solution
  • Plastic Calorimeter
  • 10 mL graduated cylinder
  • 1/4 inch hole punch


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