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Matter
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to 1.Define matter 2.Explain state of matter 3.Distinguish between physical and chemical changes 4.Explain the gas laws
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Atoms , Elements and Compounds
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic , the trainee should be able to; 1.Define Elements, Compounds and Mixtures 2.Describe the structure of an atom 3.Describe how to determine the Atomic number ,Mass number and Isotopes
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The Periodic Table
OBECTIVES By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to : 1.State the historical contribution on development of the periodic table 2.Explain the periodic trends of elements and their compounds 3.State the diagonal relationships of the periodic table
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The S-Block Element
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to: 1.Explain the chemistry of group I and II elements 2.State the application of group I and two elements and their compounds
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Chemical Bonds
OBJECTIVES By the end of these topic, the trainee should be able to 1.Identify different types of bonds 2.Describe their properties
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Chemical Equilibrium
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic , the trainee should be able to : 1.Define chemical equilibria 2.Explain types of equilibria 3.Determine equilibrium constant 4.Describe factors affecting chemical equilibrium
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Introduction To Organic Chemistry
By the end of this topic , the trainee should be able to : 1.Explain the aspects of organic chemistry 2.Describe hydrocarbons 3.Classify organic molecules explain chemical reactions of simple organic molecules 4.Explain the properties , synthesis and uses of simple organic molecules
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Acids, Bases and Salts
OBJECTIVES By the end of this session , the trainee should be able to : 1.State properties of acids and bases 2.Differentiate between strong and weak acids 3.Explain types and properties of salts
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PH Analysis
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to: 1.Define the term PH 2.Explain the basic theory of PH 3.State the relationship between PH and color change in indicators 4.Explain the term buffer solution 5.Describe the preparation of buffer solutions 6.State the application of buffer solutions
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Sampling and Sample Preparation
OBJECTIVE By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to : 1.Define the terms used in sample preparation 2.State the importance of sampling 3.Describe the techniques of sampling 4.Describe the procedure for sample pre-treatment 5.State sample storage methods
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Separation Techniques
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic , the trainee should be able to : 1.Define separation, extraction and purification 2.Describe the separation , extraction and purification techniques 3.Explain the methods of determining purity of substances
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Heating and Cooling Techniques
OBJECTIVES To identify various techniques used for heating and cooling substances in the laboratory
Heating and Cooling Techniques
OBJECTIVES To identify various techniques used for heating and cooling substances in the laboratory
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Distillation Techniques
By end of this topic, Trainee should be able to : 1. Define distilation 2. State and explain various distillation techniques 3. Outline Various distillation techniques 4. Outline the applications of Distillation techniques
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Crystallization Techniques
OBJECTIVES By the end of the topic, the learner should be able to: 1.To define crystallization 2.To describe crystallization process 3.To carry out crystallization procedure
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Solvent Extraction Techniques
OBJECTIVES By the end of the topic, the learner should be able to 1.Define solvent extraction 2.Explain terms used in solvent extraction 3.Describe methods of solvent extraction 4.Describe selection of appropriate solvents for solvent extraction 5.Determine distribution ration 6.Outline factors actors influencing the extraction efficiency 7.Describe Soxhlet extraction
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Chromatography Techniques
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic, the learner should be able to: 1.Define chromatography techniques 2.Explain terms used in chromatography techniques 3.Describe principles of chromatography techniques 4.Explain types of chromatography techniques 5.Carry out chromatography experiments 6.Determine RF factor 7.Outline electrophoresis
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Titrimetric Analysis
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to: 1.Define terms used in titrimetric analysis 2.Describe types of titrimetric analysis 3.Balance chemical reactions 4.Work out calculations involved in titrimetric analysis
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Redox Titration
Redox Titration is a laboratory method of determining the concentration of a given analyte by causing a redox reaction between the titrant and the analyte. Redox titration is based on an oxidation-reduction reaction between the titrant and the analyte. It is one of the most common laboratory methods used to identify the concentration of unknown analytes. Redox reactions involve both oxidation and reduction. The key features of reduction and oxidation are discussed below.
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Complexiometric Titration
omplexometric Titration or chelatometry is a type of volumetric analysis wherein the colored complex is used to determine the endpoint of the titration. The method is particularly useful for determination of the exact number of a mixture of different metal ions, especially calcium and magnesium ions present in water in solution .
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Gravimetric Analysis
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to: 1.Define gravimetric analysis 2.Describe the principles of gravimetric analysis 3.Describe the steps involved in gravimetric analysis 4.Explain factors affecting gravimetric analysis 5.Describe the equipments and apparatus used in gravimetric analysis 6.Carry out gravimetric analysis
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Calorimetric Analysis
OBJECTIVES By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to: 1.Define terms and units used in thermochemistry 2.Determine enthalpy changes in chemical reactions 3.Determine heat capacity and specific heat capacity 4.Compare calorific values of different materials 5.Determine different heat reactions 6.Apply law of conservation of energy and Hess law in thermochemical calculations
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Chemistry Techniques for Science Laboratory Technicians
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Chemical Properties of S-Block Elements

  1. Atomic and Ionic Radii

The size of the alkali metals is larger compared to other elements in a particular period. As the atomic number increases the total number of electrons increases along with the addition of shells.

On moving down the group the atomic number increases. As a result, the atomic and ionic radius of the alkali metals increases.

2. Ionization energy

As we go down the group the size of the atoms increases due to which the attraction between the nucleus and the electrons in the outermost shell decreases. As a result, the ionization energy decreases. The ionization energy of the alkali metals is comparatively lesser than other elements.

3. Hydration energy

As the ionic sizes of the elements increase, the hydration energy decreases.  The smaller the size of the ion, the higher the hydration energy. this is because the atom has the capacity to accommodate a larger number of water molecules around it due to the high charge/radius ratio and hence gets hydrated.

Diagonal Relationship within S-Block Elements

diagonal relationship in S block elements exists between adjacent elements which are located in the second and third period of the periodic table. For example, Lithium of group 1A and second period shows similarities with the properties of magnesium which are located in the 2nd group and 3rd period.

Similarly, properties of beryllium which are located in the 2nd group and 2nd period show a likeness with properties of aluminium which is located in the third period and third group. The two elements which show similarities in their properties can be called a diagonal pair or diagonal neighbours.

The properties of S block elements vary significantly when compared to the other elements of the sub-group they belong to. The diagonal neighbours show a lot of similarities. Such a relationship is exhibited as you move left to right and down the group; the periodic table has opposing factors.

Similarities between Lithium and Magnesium

  1. The hardness of lithium and magnesium is higher than the other elements in their respective groups.
  2. Chlorides of lithium and magnesium have the capability to be soluble in ethanol.
  3. They are lighter when compared to other elements in their groups.
  4. Lithium and magnesium react gently with water. The oxides and hydroxides are less soluble.
  5. In the presence of nitrogen, lithium and magnesium form their respective nitrides.
  6. Superoxides are not formed when lithium and magnesium react with excess oxygen.
  7. Carbon dioxide and its respective oxidesare formed when carbonates of magnesium and lithium are heated.

Similarities between Beryllium and Aluminum

  1. Aluminium hydroxideand beryllium hydroxide react with excess alkali to form their respective ions.
  2. Both these elements have the capacity to withstand the acid attack due to the presence of an oxide film on the surface of the metal.
  3. Both these metals have the tendency to form complexes.
  4. Chlorides of both these metals possess the capacity to be soluble in organic solvents.

General Types of Matter

 Elements are divided between metals and nonmetals several elements with properties of both metals and nonmetals are called metalloids. Metals are elements that are generally solid, shiny in appearance, electrically conducting, and malleable  (that is, they can be pounded into flat sheets without disintegrating. Nonmetals often have a dull appearance and are not at all malleable. nonmetals frequently occur as gases or liquids. Colorless oxygen gas, green chlorine gas and brown bromine liquid are common nonmetals.

Organic substances consist of virtually all compounds that contain carbon, including substances made by life processes (wood, flesh, cotton, wool), petroleum, natural gas (methane), solvents (dry cleaning fluids), synthetic fibers, and plastics. All of the rest of the chemical kingdom is composed of inorganic substances made up of virtually all substances that do not contain carbon.

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