Virtual Lab: Calculating the Empirical & Molecular Formula of Magnesium Chloride

Last updated about 2 years ago

17 questions

Instructions

Purpose of the Lab:
In this virtual lab, you'll learn how to calculate the empirical formula of magnesium chloride by reacting solid magnesium with hydrochloric acid. Through a sequence of steps, you'll create magnesium chloride, gaining hands-on experience with chemical reactions in a virtual environment. You will deduce the Empirical Formula of Magnesium based on the mole ratio of Magnesium and Chlorine. 

Objectives:
Empirical Formula Understanding: Master the scientific method to identify the simplest ratio of magnesium to chlorine in a compound.

Scientific Method Application: Participate in a virtual experiment that involves mixing chemicals, observing their reactions, and interpreting the results.

Data Collection: Create a data table and record the collected data with the correct units. 

Data Analysis & Calculations: Determine the mole ratio of magnesium to chlorine using your measurements to calculate the empirical formula of magnesium chloride.

Data Collection: Create a data table and record the collected data with the correct units. 

Critical Thinking Development: Analyze the experiment's outcomes, especially unexpected ones, to understand the potential reasons behind them.

Instructions:
1. Completing the Pre-lab Activity:

a. Answer the pre-lab questions to prepare for the experiment.

b. Review your answers with your teacher to ensure you're ready to proceed.

2. Conducting the Experiment:

a. Begin the experiment by watching the instructional video provided in the FORMATIVE activity.

b. Carefully follow the step-by-step instructions, completing all sections as you go.

c. Accurately record all measurements and observations in FORMATIVE.

3. Completion and Submission: Once you've completed the experiment and answered all questions, review your work to ensure accuracy.

Submit your lab activity through FORMATIVE, making sure every section is thoroughly completed.

4. Reflection: Reflect on the experiment and your findings. Think about what you've learned regarding empirical formulas and any obstacles you encountered during the lab. This is a crucial step in deepening your understanding of the scientific process and its application.

Pre-lab Activity : Complete Questions 1-2 before moving to the experiment

Required

Experiment : Start the Video and complete the Questions. You can always go back and watch the video again.

Data Collection: Creating a table and collecting data

Calculations

Required

Reflection

Required

Virtual Lab: Calculating the Empirical & Molecular Formula of Magnesium Chloride

Last updated about 2 years ago

17 questions

Instructions

Purpose of the Lab:
In this virtual lab, you'll learn how to calculate the empirical formula of magnesium chloride by reacting solid magnesium with hydrochloric acid. Through a sequence of steps, you'll create magnesium chloride, gaining hands-on experience with chemical reactions in a virtual environment. You will deduce the Empirical Formula of Magnesium based on the mole ratio of Magnesium and Chlorine. 

Objectives:
Empirical Formula Understanding: Master the scientific method to identify the simplest ratio of magnesium to chlorine in a compound.

Scientific Method Application: Participate in a virtual experiment that involves mixing chemicals, observing their reactions, and interpreting the results.

Data Collection: Create a data table and record the collected data with the correct units. 

Data Analysis & Calculations: Determine the mole ratio of magnesium to chlorine using your measurements to calculate the empirical formula of magnesium chloride.

Data Collection: Create a data table and record the collected data with the correct units. 

Critical Thinking Development: Analyze the experiment's outcomes, especially unexpected ones, to understand the potential reasons behind them.

Instructions:
1. Completing the Pre-lab Activity:

a. Answer the pre-lab questions to prepare for the experiment.

b. Review your answers with your teacher to ensure you're ready to proceed.

2. Conducting the Experiment:

a. Begin the experiment by watching the instructional video provided in the FORMATIVE activity.

b. Carefully follow the step-by-step instructions, completing all sections as you go.

c. Accurately record all measurements and observations in FORMATIVE.

3. Completion and Submission: Once you've completed the experiment and answered all questions, review your work to ensure accuracy.

Submit your lab activity through FORMATIVE, making sure every section is thoroughly completed.

4. Reflection: Reflect on the experiment and your findings. Think about what you've learned regarding empirical formulas and any obstacles you encountered during the lab. This is a crucial step in deepening your understanding of the scientific process and its application.

Pre-lab Activity : Complete Questions 1-2 before moving to the experiment

Required

The title of this lab is  _______ 

Required

What is the molecular formula (MF) of a compound whose empirical formula is X2Y, given that the empirical formula mass is 10.33 g/mol and the compound's molecular molar mass is 31 g/mol?

Experiment : Start the Video and complete the Questions. You can always go back and watch the video again.

Trim End | 02:29

Questions 3 & 4 | 00:23

Question 5 | 00:31

Question 6 | 00:46

Questions 7 & 8 | 01:42

Question 9 | 01:51

Question 10 | 02:28

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Questions 3 & 4