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Laboratory Course General Chemistry (for Biology and Pharmacy)
Praktikum Allgemeine Chemie (für Biol./Pharm. Wiss.)
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:16:04
Abstract
Introduction to the practical work in a chemistry laboratory. The most important manipulations and techniques are treated, as well as the most fundamental chemical reaction types.
Objective
- Knowledge of the basic chemical laboratory methods - Basic knowledge of the scientific approach in experimenting - Observation and interpretation of chemical processes - Keeping of a reliable laboratory journal
Content
- Simple chemical working techniques/methods - Separation techniques - Physical measurements: mass, volume, pH - Ionic solids (salts) - Acid/base chemistry, buffers - Redox reactions - Metal complexes - Titration methods and quantitative spectrometry - Introduction to qualitative analysis
Resources
Lecture Notes
Course manual in German (is handed out to the students at the begin of the lessons)Language: German, English upon request
Literature
Basic Concepts of Chemistry, International Student Version, 8th Edition, Leo J. Malone, Theodore Dolter Wiley is a suitable textbook.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| practical/laboratory course |
Praktikum Allgemeine Chemie (für Biol./Pharm. Wiss.)
Informationsveranstaltung zum Praktikum findet am 19.09.2023 im Raum HCI J7 statt:
für Studenten der Biologie: 13:45 Uhr
für Studenten der Pharm. Wiss. 14:45 Uhr
Praktikumsbetrieb ab 3. Semesterwoche:
Di: 13:00 - 18:00 (Gruppe A)
Do: 13:00 - 18:00 (Gruppe B)
Theorieunterricht zum Praktikum ab 3. Semesterwoche:
Di: 13:45 - 15:30 (Gruppe B)
Do: 13:45 - 15:30 (Gruppe A)
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8 h weekly |