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Comparing the heat energy produced by combustion of various alcohols
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Comparing the heat energy produced by combustion of various alcohols Planning Introduction In this investigation I will be burning alcohols to heat up a beaker of water. I will be burning five alcohols, methanol, ethanol, propanol, butanol and pentanol. The aim is to find out how much energy is produced when burning these alcohols. 'An alcohol is a series of organic homologous compounds, with the general formula Cn H n + 1OH´. Alcohols react with oxygen in the air to form water and carbon dioxide. The reaction that is involved in burning alcohols is exothermic because heat is given out. Form this reason the reactant energy is higher than that of the product. Equipment 1. Retort stand 2. Boss 3. Clamp 4. 250cm Conical 5. Thermometer 6. Tongs Chemicals 1. Methanol (Highly flammable) 2. Ethanol (Highly flammable) 3. Propanol (Highly flammable) 4. Butanol (Highly flammable) 5. Pentanol (Highly flammable). Safety As a safety, during the experiment, I have to wear a safety spec to protect...
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