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An experiment for comparing the enthalpy change of combustion of different alcohols.
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An experiment for comparing the enthalpy change of combustion of different alcohols
Aim
To find out the enthalpy change of combustion for a number of alcohols.
Apparatus
Thermometer
Measuring cylinder
Electrical balance
Stand
Burners of different alcohols (methanol ethanol propan-1-ol butan-1-ol)
Water
Copper can
Clamp
Boss
Heatproof mal
Matches
Method
1.Measure 200cm of water (at room temperature) into the measuring cylinder; record the temperature of the water.
2.Set up the apparatus as shown below in fig 1:
Thermometer
Stand
Copper can
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