Question

You need to start an experiment and the instructions are to mix 2 g of sodium bicarbonate with 50 ml of distilled water and then mix the solution. Describe what lab apparatus you would use and what safety precautions you must observe when completing this experiment

Answer 1

Lab apparatus:

- Analytical balance with 0.1 g precision (at least)
- Spatule
- Burette (0.1 mL precision) plus erlenmeyer or a graduated volumetric flask.
- Magnetic agitator


Safety precautions:
- Use gloves of the proper material
- Use safety googles
- Wear lab coat that fits you
- Know where the safety equipment is located