As chemists, we often need to dilute solutions from a stock solution. Although dilution calculations can seem like a bit of a pain at first – once you’ve got them down you’ll be diluting your samples in no
How to calculate solution dilution
Study hints for first class grades
We asked 5 different students who all achieved first-class grades in 3rd year to explain how they use different revision techniques. We found that different methods work for different people. Which one works best for you?
How to interpret a flame test
Flame tests are a very easy way to distinguish between ionic metal salts. Learning how to interpret their results is an important skill for chemistry students. When energy is applied (in this case from the flame) electrons in the metal
How to deal with being homesick
From spending the weekend with your grandparents when you were 6, to the 3-week holiday with your best friend at 18. The one feeling you are sure never to escape? Homesickness. It’s pretty safe to say we’ve all
Stably transitioning from 2nd to 3rd year
3rd year has a bit of a fierce reputation. If you’re heading into it and are looking for survival tips then read on. Lab/Lecture Balance 3rd year consists of lots of labs and lots of lectures. It’s easy to get bogged down with
Looking for curly arrows?
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How to make TLC spotters
Ok, so you need to do some TLC spotting and either your supervisor/teaching lab can’t afford to buy the expensive ones, or someone else in the lab has “moved” them. Pasteur pipettes are never ideal as they’re too wide and
How to prepare a phosphate buffer
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How to use material safety data sheets (MSDS)
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How to read a meniscus
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Techniques: recrystallising your product
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Techniques: interpreting NMR data
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