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Required practical 1: make up a volumetric solution and carry out a simple acid-base titration.
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A-level practical endorsement and required practical activities
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A-level required practical activities
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Required practical 1: make up a volumetric solution and carry out a simple acid-base titration
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Quick student answer
What is the purpose of making a volumetric solution?
Direct answer
To dilute a concentrated solution
Key terms
- Titration: A technique used to determine the concentration of a solution by reacting it with a solution of known concentration.
- Volumetric analysis: A method of quantitative chemical analysis that uses the measurement of volume to determine the concentration of a substance.
Common trap
Incorrectly reading the burette: Always ensure to read the burette at eye level to avoid parallax error.
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