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RP3: Temperature Changes

Investigate the variables that affect temperature changes in chemical reactions

Required PracticalAQAGCSE

🔬 Equipment Required

  • Polystyrene cup (insulated)
  • Thermometer (-10 to 110°C)
  • Measuring cylinder
  • Balance
  • Spatula
  • Dilute acid
  • Alkali solution
  • Metal powder or carbonate
  • Stopwatch

🦺 Safety Precautions

  • Wear safety goggles
  • Some reactions are exothermic - take care
  • Handle acids and alkalis carefully
  • Metal powders can be flammable

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About RP3: Temperature Changes

RP3: Temperature Changes is a required practical for AQA GCSE Chemistry. This practical investigate the variables that affect temperature changes in chemical reactions

Students are expected to understand the method, identify and control variables, use appropriate equipment, analyse results, draw graphs, identify sources of error, suggest improvements, and consider safety precautions.

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