ChemCom Core Labs

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Purpose:
Measure the relative viscosities of several organic materials.

Summary:
Students measure mass and volume to calculate densities of petroleum based materials and determine relative viscosities with falling beads. They then relate the variables.
ChemCom p. 160

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Process Skills Checklist

Materials:

• mineral oil
• asphalt
• kerosene
• paraffin wax
• motor oil
• household oil

Safety Concerns:
Caution in the use of flammable kerosene; do not dispose of in sink.

Revision Date:
Summer 2001