Chemistry Experiments

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Beilstein Test for Halogens

Detecting halogen atoms in organic compounds using a copper wire flame test

Determine whether an organic compound contains halogen atoms (Cl, Br, I) using the Beilstein copper wire test.

Qualitative Analysis · Beginner (Middle School) · 25 min · 6 steps

Hard Water Testing with Soap Solution

Comparing water hardness by measuring soap lather formation

Determine the relative hardness of water samples by measuring the volume of soap solution required to produce a lasting lather.

Qualitative Analysis · Beginner (Middle School) · 40 min · 5 steps

pH Indicator Rainbow

Mapping indicator color changes across the full pH range

Observe how different pH indicators change color at specific pH values and understand the concept of indicator transition ranges.

Qualitative Analysis · Beginner (Middle School) · 45 min · 6 steps

Starch-Iodine Test for Carbohydrates

Detecting starch in food samples using iodine solution

Use the iodine test to identify starch in various food samples and understand the molecular basis of the blue-black color …

Qualitative Analysis · Beginner (Middle School) · 30 min · 5 steps