Determining if the Rate of a Chemical Reaction is Affected by Temperature

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Aims and Objectives Introduction: In this coursework, I will be conducting an experiment, to show a particular factor affects the rates of a chemical reaction. The main factors include concentration/pressure of the reactants, presence of catalysts, particle size and temperature. I have chosen the effect of temperature on a chemical rate of reaction. Aims: The aim of this investigation is to find out the effect of Temperature of the acid, in the reaction between dilute hydrochloric acid and magnesium ribbon. This reaction is a single displacement reaction, which is when one of the atoms' formulas is exchanged with another one's, like A + BC è AC + B The rate of a chemical reaction is a measure of how fast the reaction takes place. It is important to remember that a rapid reaction is completed in a short period of time. The following is the equation for this reaction that I will use for this experiment: 2Mg + 2HCl =====è 2MgCl + CO2 I also hope to find a certain pattern; by devising formulas from my results I can compare different temperatures and their rates of reaction among each other, which should suit my prediction. Skill Area P :Planning Experimental Procedures Plan: For this coursework I plan to conduct a suitable experiment to show how different temperatures affect the rate of a chemical reaction, from this I hope to aim for precise and reliable results. The following reaction is what will happen in my experiment: 2Mg + 2HCl =====è 2MgCl + CO2 Safety Precautions: In the experiment we will ensure that the following safety precautions are taken: · Safety goggles must be worn at all times during the experiment. · We will need to be aware of your surroundings. When handling chemicals such as hydrochloric acid should be handled with care. Spillages, breakages, of any kind are a danger hazard, must be supervised and reported. · We will need to rid your hands of any traces of chemicals such as

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