Chemistry

CH 110 Pre-Lab revised 2nd Summerterm 2019 CHARLES' LAW AND ABSOLUTE ZERO 1. (a) In your own words, explain Charles’ Law. (Note: definitions copied from any source will

receive NO credit) (b) In your own words, define Absolute Zero in relation to Charles’ Law. (Note: definitions

copied from any source will receive NO credit) (c) To what decimal place should the positions of the mercury plugs be read and recorded ?

(clearly circle ONE choice)

+/- 0.001 mm +/- 0.01 mm +/- 0.1 mm +/- 1 mm (d) To what decimal place should the temperature be read and recorded ? (clearly circle ONE choice)

+/- 0.001 °C +/- 0.01 °C +/- 0.1 °C +/- 1 °C

2. Describe the procedure for this experiment. This can be in an outline format or a flow chart or paragraph format. It should not be copied directly from the manual. (This should be between ½ and one page, you may use the back of the page.)

3. Briefly discuss all safety precautions (chemical and equipment) related to this experiment. Note: all chemical safety information is contained in the lab manual.