Instructions for Potentiometric Titration Lab Report

This will be Group lab report. Each group will perform the experiment and collect the data and write the report

The lab report will require four (4) sections - Introduction (3 points), Results (7 points), Discussion (7 points), Questions 10 points). An additional 3 points will cover appearance, spelling and grammar. The lab report must be typed in 12 point font and all sections must be in the same font. Clearly indicate the sections of the lab report. Use a formal, analytical style of prose. Do not use words like "got", or "thing" and do not use contractions. The use of the preceding will result in the deduction of a point Part of your grade will be based upon the correct identification of the unknowns which include hydrochloric acid, oxalic acid and acetic acid.

Introduction:. Provide an introduction on how acids are used both in industry and in everyday life. State a purpose for the experiment. The introduction should be at least 50 words.

Results: This section should contain three table and three graphs. You must correctly plot your titration data and then clearly state your identification of the unknowns.

Discussion: This section should contain three paragraphs. The first paragraph should be a summary of the experiment. This should be between 50 and 75 words. The next paragraph should discuss your results and your conclusions and reasoning regarding the identification of the unknowns This should be between 50 and 75 words. There should be specific reference to results, i.e. use phrases such as “As can be seen in graph A…..”. The last paragraph should include a discussion of potential sources of error in your results and suggestions for improvement. The last paragraph should be about 50 words.

Questions: Answer the questions at the end of the lab handout. A copy of can be obtained online at the website.