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RP7: Water Purification

Analyse and purify water samples including testing for pH and dissolved solids

Required PracticalAQAGCSE

🔬 Equipment Required

  • Evaporating basin
  • Bunsen burner, tripod, gauze
  • Balance
  • pH meter or universal indicator
  • Distillation apparatus
  • Measuring cylinder
  • Water samples (tap, river, sea)
  • Filter funnel and paper

🦺 Safety Precautions

  • Wear safety goggles
  • Take care with hot apparatus
  • Do not drink any water samples
  • Natural water samples may contain pathogens

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About RP7: Water Purification

RP7: Water Purification is a required practical for AQA GCSE Chemistry. This practical analyse and purify water samples including testing for ph and dissolved solids

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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