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Diprotic Acid Lab and Easy Data

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Subject Area
Science: Chemistry: Acids, Bases, and Salts
Level
9-12
College
Activity Time
2 Days
TI Calculator
TI-84 series
Accessories
Sensor - pH
Other Materials
An Easylink interface is required for each unit. Be sure to be running Easy Data version 2.0 or newer.
Resource Types
Lessons

Diprotic Acid Lab and Easy Data

Activity Overview

Maleic Acid gives an excellent diprotic acid titration curve showing both inflection points clearly for calculation of molecular weight.

Before the Activity

This activity was originally done using Vernier's Chemistry with Computers Lab Book. It was adapted for use with a TI-84 calculator and Easy Data.

During the Activity

Each student should be provided with a copy of the attached .pdf.

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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    Author
    Subject Area
    Science: Chemistry: Acids, Bases, and Salts
    Level
    9-12
    College
    Activity Time
    2 Days
    TI Calculator
    TI-84 series
    Accessories
    Sensor - pH
    Other Materials
    An Easylink interface is required for each unit. Be sure to be running Easy Data version 2.0 or newer.
    Resource Types
    Lessons
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