What are some catalysis experiments that can be done in high school?
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There is an easy one using enzyme catalysis.  Use hydrogen peroxide solution from the local pharmacy or grocery store.  Put some in a test tube and drop a fresh slice of potato in it.\n\nThe potato has catalase enzyme in it.  This enzyme catalyses the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen as such:\n\n2 H2O2  >(Catalase)> 2 H2O + O2\n\nThe activity of the enzyme catalyst can be observed by the bubbles of oxygen gas that form during the reaction.
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You can...\n\n1. teach highschool chemistry\n2. work in a chem lab\n3. work in a chemical factory developing stuff (R&D)\n4. work at a research institute
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Assuming a pure substance, (this method will not work on mixtures).  \n1. Dissolve in Carbon disulphide.  (The compound is now banned in schools)\n2. Allow to evaporate in a fume cupboard.\n3. The presence of yellow rhombic like crystals is a test for S.\n4. Melt a sample and do a MP test.\n5. Melt a few grammes and allow to cool in air.  Needle like crystals will be formed.
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Chemistry is constantly evolving... an example of some recent developments is using carbon nanotubes (fullerenes) to act as supports for catalysts. This would increase industrial catalysts for refineries by a theoretical amount such as 10,000 times more efficient.\nWhomever can get this working would be a billionaire over night.\n\nThis work is still being done and is only a theory that is 2 years old.
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How Bout ?? Pollution Or Energy Suficientcy I Did That Last year in 7th grade
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try carboncreations.com
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I would suggest the rock cycle. This is a basic earth science project that you can make as simple or complex as you want. You can identify the three major parts and how they interact going from one part of the cycle to another. You can identify the different properties of these rocks (and find samples if you want). If you want to make it really elaborate, you can bring in how plate tectonics drives the rock cycle, and how volcanism, metamorphism, and sedimentation form the Earth's surfaces.\n\nAnother topic that might be interesting to you would be to identify all the products and materials around you that come from rocks and minerals. Since this includes almost everything (e.g gypsum wallboard, clay in ceramics, iron in cars, aluminum in beverage containers and cars, plastic made from oil, shampoo made from oil, household detergent made from oil, electricity made from burning coal and natural gas, salt on your table, etc). You could look for the most surprising things, and could perhaps include how soil is made from weathered rock so even trees and plants come from rocks. You can do some research on how each of these materials is mined and where it comes from. You get the idea, right? \n\nDepending on where you live, you might do something on natural hazards in your area.If you have earthquakes you could find a fault map for your area and research earthquake hazards. If you have landslides or coastal erosion you could research what causes these things. Of course, if you live next to a volcano that is an excellent topic.  For example, see if you can find an eruption hazard map.  You might want to make sure your teacher approved of this because it might not be within the scope of your class (some teachers might consider this geography more than earth science). \n\nJust a bunch of ideas from a geologist. Hope this helps.
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I typed "9th grade biology experiment" into Yahoo Search and found some experiments.  Here's one of them: http://www.wested.org/werc/earthsystems/biology/fertilizerfrenzy.html\n\nYou may want to tweak the query to find better results.
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http://www.edu.pe.ca/montaguehigh/grass/chem/notes/ptable.html\nhit print screen.
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Make a small scale ethanol still.  Lots of instructions on the net.  Kind of a hot topic with all the discussion of alternative fuels.
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Here are some experiments.
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Put some vinegar in a small soda bottle.  Use a straw with an end of it cut so it is like a spoon to put baking soda in a balloon.  Carefully place the end of the balloon on the top of the soda bottle working around the grooves of the bottle, but not dumping the baking soda in yet.  When you are ready, lift the balloon up so that the baking soda dumps into the vinegar, and watch the balloon inflate.  You just showed a chemical reaction.
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go to\nwww.chemistry.com
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follow the above.. to get gas.. electrolysis is the safest bet\n\nbut if you want to have fun???\n\nput some soap in the water and stir it around before you put the electrodes, this creates hydrogen bubbles that float and when put next to fire make a sweet pop sound.. do it safely, in a lab\n\nits a good demo for a highschool chem class
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The following link has some good ideas for different projects. \nhttp://www.all-science-fair-projects.com/category0.html\n\nAlso, the following link might help you set up a science fair display board if you have to have one.\nhttp://www.sciencebuddies.org/mentoring/...\n\nA good elementary science fair project is testing the density of various liquids.  All you need is a tall clear glass or vase and various liquids such as... dishwashing detergent, mineral oil, corn syrup, olive oil, water (dyed blue), molasses, or corn oil.  Use at least five different liquids (of different colors... makes the project more attractive) and slowly pour them into the container.  Also, perform the experiment more than once adding the liquids in different orders and note your results.  This project is easy, but it is also very educational and helps to teach the basic concept of density.
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Rote memorization, with flashcards possibly, is the only way I can think of. Like the other poster said, look for carbonyls, alcohols, alkenes, and amino peaks (a weak, wide peak at about ... 3200 or so)
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I used to teach chemistry, what is your question?