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What principle does spectrophotometry rely on to measure concentration in solutions?
What principle does spectrophotometry rely on to measure concentration in solutions?
How does the color of a solution relate to its absorbance?
How does the color of a solution relate to its absorbance?
Which of the following instruments would NOT be used for performing basic measurements in this lab?
Which of the following instruments would NOT be used for performing basic measurements in this lab?
What does the absorbance scale of a spectrophotometer indicate?
What does the absorbance scale of a spectrophotometer indicate?
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In preparing a percentage volume per volume (% v/v) solution, which component is crucial to calculate accurately?
In preparing a percentage volume per volume (% v/v) solution, which component is crucial to calculate accurately?
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What type of solution would be expected to have the greatest absorbance?
What type of solution would be expected to have the greatest absorbance?
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Which of the following statements about light in the visible spectrum is true?
Which of the following statements about light in the visible spectrum is true?
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Which of the following skills is emphasized in the lab objectives?
Which of the following skills is emphasized in the lab objectives?
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What is the initial step in calibrating the Vernier SpectroVIS Spectrophotometer?
What is the initial step in calibrating the Vernier SpectroVIS Spectrophotometer?
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What should be done with the cuvette after collecting data for the blue dye solution?
What should be done with the cuvette after collecting data for the blue dye solution?
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What is required before clicking 'Finish Calibration' on the spectrophotometer?
What is required before clicking 'Finish Calibration' on the spectrophotometer?
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In order to determine the wavelength for maximum absorbance of blue dye, which collection mode should be selected?
In order to determine the wavelength for maximum absorbance of blue dye, which collection mode should be selected?
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What solution should the cuvette be filled with for calibration?
What solution should the cuvette be filled with for calibration?
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When preparing to analyze the blue dye solution, what should be done with each solution?
When preparing to analyze the blue dye solution, what should be done with each solution?
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What is the expected outcome after clicking 'Collect' on the spectrophotometer?
What is the expected outcome after clicking 'Collect' on the spectrophotometer?
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Which parameter is set to measure the concentration of the blue dye?
Which parameter is set to measure the concentration of the blue dye?
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What is the purpose of clicking on 'Clear Selection' before choosing a wavelength?
What is the purpose of clicking on 'Clear Selection' before choosing a wavelength?
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What should you enter as the concentration for the blank sample?
What should you enter as the concentration for the blank sample?
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What should be the expected size of droplets when measuring 500 µl?
What should be the expected size of droplets when measuring 500 µl?
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What action should you take after inserting sample #1 into the cuvette?
What action should you take after inserting sample #1 into the cuvette?
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When performing a 1:5 dilution, what volume of solvent is required for 20 ml of stock solution?
When performing a 1:5 dilution, what volume of solvent is required for 20 ml of stock solution?
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How can you determine if your sample preparation and calibration were accurate?
How can you determine if your sample preparation and calibration were accurate?
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What does a dilution fold of 1:20 signify?
What does a dilution fold of 1:20 signify?
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What does a higher dye concentration typically indicate about light absorbance?
What does a higher dye concentration typically indicate about light absorbance?
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What is the significance of the slope value when performing a linear fit?
What is the significance of the slope value when performing a linear fit?
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Which equipment is used for discarding the tip in pipetting?
Which equipment is used for discarding the tip in pipetting?
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What is the first step after measuring 150 µl with a micropipette?
What is the first step after measuring 150 µl with a micropipette?
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Which of the following steps follows after clicking 'Collect' with the blank cuvette?
Which of the following steps follows after clicking 'Collect' with the blank cuvette?
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What is a key indicator that your dye samples have been prepared correctly?
What is a key indicator that your dye samples have been prepared correctly?
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What is the correct way to describe the dilution achieved by mixing 1 ml of concentrated solution with 99 ml of solvent?
What is the correct way to describe the dilution achieved by mixing 1 ml of concentrated solution with 99 ml of solvent?
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What characteristic should the droplets exhibit when using a 150 µl volume?
What characteristic should the droplets exhibit when using a 150 µl volume?
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How much total volume results from a 1:5 dilution using 20 ml of solute?
How much total volume results from a 1:5 dilution using 20 ml of solute?
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Study Notes
Spectrophotometry Principles
- Spectrophotometry measures the concentration of dissolved chemicals by analyzing their light absorption patterns.
- Atoms, molecules, and chemical bonds absorb unique wavelengths of light.
- Visible light wavelengths correspond to different colors and energy levels.
- Colored solutions absorb some light, while clear solutions allow most light to pass through.
- Absorbance (A) quantifies the amount of light absorbed by a solution. Higher absorbance indicates a darker solution.
Measurement Techniques
- Practice using glass pipettes, micropipettes, and graduated cylinders for accurate measurements.
- Learn to calculate the amounts of solute and solvent needed for specific volume/volume (% v/v) solutions.
- Micropipettes are used to measure and deliver precise small volumes (e.g., 500 µl, 150 µl).
Simple Dilutions
- Simple dilution involves combining a concentrated solute (stock solution) with a solvent to achieve a desired concentration.
- Dilution fold is calculated as: amount of stock solution : total final volume (e.g., 1:5 dilution means 1 part solute to 4 parts solvent).
- Example: A 1:20 dilution is created by mixing 0.5 ml of solute with 9.5 ml of solvent.
Spectrophotometer Operation
- The Vernier SpectroVIS Spectrophotometer is used without an on/off switch; only USB connection required.
- Calibration involves filling a cuvette with a blank solution (water), inserting it into the chamber, and using the LoggerPro software to calibrate the spectrophotometer. A 60-second warm-up is needed.
- Absorbance vs. Wavelength mode allows determination of the wavelength with maximum absorbance.
- Absorbance vs. Concentration mode is used to measure absorbance at a specific wavelength, creating a graph of absorbance versus concentration. The slope of a linear fit should approach 1 for accurate results.
Blue Dye Experiment
- Students prepared blue dye solutions with varying concentrations.
- A spectrophotometer was used to measure the absorbance of each blue dye solution at its maximum wavelength.
- The experiment confirmed the relationship between dye concentration and absorbance. Higher concentration leads to higher absorbance.
Data Analysis (Specific Data Points depend on experiment)
- Sample Absorbance Values were recorded.
- Correlation (R) value from the linear fit was obtained. Higher R values indicate better fit to concentration.
- The sample with the highest concentration had the highest absorbance reading.
- The relationship between dye concentration and absorbance is directly proportional (higher concentration = higher absorbance).
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Explore the fundamental principles of spectrophotometry, including how light absorption relates to the concentration of chemicals in solutions. The quiz also covers practical measurement techniques using pipettes and graduated cylinders. Additionally, learn the basics of simple dilutions for achieving desired concentrations.
