CHM3012 Lab Manual SEM 1 2021-2022

Semester I
2021/2022

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND MARINE
ENVIRONMENT

MANUAL OF BASIC CHEMISTRY PRACTICAL

CHM3012

NAME : _____________________________
MATRIC NO : __________

DEMONSTRATOR:
ASSOC. PROF. DR NOOR ANIZA HARUN (K1)
DR NURHANNA BATAR @ BADAR (K2)

CHM3012 – SEM I 2021/22

LABORATORY RULES
ATTENDANCE
The presence of every student who enrolls KIM3001 course, Basic Chemistry Practical, is COMPULSORY
(6 hours per week). If the student is unable to attend, a strong reason should be presented (with the sick
certificate / death certificate of the nearest relative / HEPA permission letter only). It is the responsibility
of the student to inform the demonstrator immediately involved in replacing the practical session.
PRACTICAL SESSION
All students will be divided into small groups. This practical session will be guided by at least one
demonstrator. Before the start of the practical session, a short briefing will be given by the demonstrator.
If you have any questions, please ask your demostrator. However, each student should read and
understand the experimental steps that will take place before coming to their respective practice sessions.
APPARATUS, INSTRUMENT AND PRACTICAL NEEDS
It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that cleanliness and safety in the laboratory are maintained.
This includes the care of apparatus, chemicals, instruments and all practical-related matters. If there is
any damage or damage to the glass, please inform laboratory or science officer immediately. After
completing a practical session, clean and store all glass ware, apparatus and practical needs before
leaving the lab.
CHEMICALS
All the chemicals needed for an experiment will be provided in the preparation section of the laboratory.
Take and use cautiously and prudently to avoid contamination and any harm. Use clean dropper or
spatula to avoid contamination. Use the optimally possible following the instructions in the Method section
of the experiment to avoid excessive use and wastage.

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LABORATORY SAFETY

General Practice

Practice

 Always be vigilant and careful and avoid negligence in labs.
 Goggles and laboratory robes should always be worn at all times. Always wear padded shoes

and rubber gloves (YOU ARE NOT ALLOW TO ENTER LABORATORY IF THIS PRACTICES IS NOT
FOLLOWED.)
 Bind the hair backwards especially during warm-up activities.
 Learn the use and location of safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, fire blankets,
fumigation chests, emergency boxes and so on.
 Get familiar with the emergency route. In the event of fire or anxiety, move safely to the
emergency set area.

Don’t Practice

 Play around in the lab.
 Smoking, eating or drinking are not allowed at all times in the lab.
 Alone in labs.

Handle chemicals carefully

 Read labels to make sure you are using the right chemicals and are required for practical work.
 Always close the bottle / container reagent except when taking the chemical.
 Do not occasionally pour flammable liquids near fire or heat sources.
 Never touch, taste or inhale any chemicals.
 Do not suck chemicals using pipette by mouth, use the suction tool provided.
 Clean any spilled chemicals as soon as possible.
 Wash hands thoroughly before leaving the lab and whenever you know that contact has

occurred with chemicals. Familiarize yourself with the position of sink and soap.
 Do not dispose chemicals by pouring them into the sink. Usually, residual waste (solvents and

solids) will be provided, always pay attention to instructions of the demonstrator and laboratory
assistant.

WHILE DOING EXPERIMENT

 Never conduct experiments other than those permitted. Always refer to the demonstrator if it is
a fraudulent or suspicion.

 Report any accident, injury, spillage, or any incident occurring in the lab immediately at any
rate.

 Check glassware and apparatus before the start of an experiment. Do not use any glassware
and apparatus that breaks, cracks, or doubts.

 Keep your workplace clean and safe.
 If chemicals are exposed to eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water, and keep in touch with

your laboratory, science officer and / or demonstrator assistant.
 All harmful, or odorous chemicals or chemicals should be handled in a smoke chamber.
 Rubber gloves should always be worn when handling all types of toxic chemicals or / and

hazards.
 Use a clamp or dense cloth to handle hot materials or appliances.
 Do not always pointing hot, boiling or sharp tools to your friends.
 Clean all glassware, apparatus and other experimental requirements, as well as your desk

before leaving the lab.

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IN CASE OF FIRE
 In the event of a fire, quickly remove flammable solvents, which may cause explosions.
 If your clothing is exposed to fire, use emergency shower and fire blanket immediately. Make

sure you know how to use it first and get acquainted with this emergency equipment.
 In most cases of fire, you need to leave the laboratory and let the demonstrator manage what

is needed.

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LABORATORY REPORT

The writing of the report shall be scientifically, HAND WRITTEN and presented in ENGLISH or MALAY
LANGUAGE, but you are not allowed to mix the language at all.

Reports should be prepared and sent to demonstrator for marking prior to commencement of subsequent
practical sessions.

WARNING: Although this practical session is done in group, reports must be made individually. Any
student who is found to be dishonest / plagiarism / imitating / falsifying the data and so forth, strict
action will be taken.

REPORT FORMAT

1. Front page
 Title
 Course name
 Matric number and student’s name
 Name of group members
 Date
 Name of demonstrator

2. Introduction and Theory
 Practical background from multiple sources as well as state the sources (reference books
/ reference books / online / journal resources)
 Clear objectives

3. Method
 Apparatus
 Chemicals
 Procedure

4. Data/ Calculation
 Questions (if any; use questions to guide you)
 Results table (if any)

5. Discussion/ Evaluation
 Questions (if any; use questions to guide you)
 Mechanism (if any)
 Graphs (if any)

6. Conclusions
 State the conclusion for this experiment based on objectives.

7. References
 At least 3 references from various sources.
 Using the specified format (book / journal / practical guide / online resource)
(refer to REFERENCES FORMAT)

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REFERENCES FORMAT

1. Citing a book in print
Format structure: Author, A.A.. (Year of Publication). Title of work. Publisher City, State: Publisher.

Example
Atkins, P & de Paula, J. (2014). Physical Chemistry. 10th ed. Oxford Uni. Press, New York.

2. Citing an e-book from an e-reader
Format structure: Author, A.A. (Year of Publication). Title of work [E-Reader Version]. Retrieved from
http://xxxx or doi: xxxx

Example
Eggers, D. (2008). The circle [Kindle Version]. Retrieved from http://www.amazon.com/

3. Citing a book found in a database
Format structure: Author, A.A.. (Year of Publication). Title of work. Retrieved from http://xxxx or
doi:xxxx

Example
Sayre, Rebecca K., Devercelli, A.E., Neuman, M.J., & Wodon, Q. (2015). Investment in early childhood
development: Review of the world bank’s recent experience. doi: 10.1596/978-1-4648-0403-8

4. Citing a journal article in print
Format structure: Author, A.A.. (Publication Year). Article title. Periodical Title, Volume(Issue), pp.-pp.

Example
Nevin, A. (1990). The changing of teacher education special education. Teacher Education and Special
Education: The Journal of the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children, 13(3-
4), 147-148.

5. Citing a journal article found online
Format structure: Author, A.A.. (Publication Year). Article title. Periodical Title, Volume(Issue), pp.-pp.
doi:XX.XXXXX or Retrieved from journal URL

Example
Jameson, J. (2013). E-Leadershi\p in higher education: The fifth “age” of educational technology
research. British Journal of Educational Technology, 44(6), 889-915. doi: 10.1111/bjet.12103

6. Citing a general website article with an author
Format structure: Author, A.A.. (Year, Month Date of Publication). Article title. Retrieved from URL

Example
Simmons, B. (2015, January 9). The tale of two Flaccos. Retrieved fro http://grantland.com/the-
triangle/the-tale-of-two-flaccos/

7. Citing a general website article without an author
Format structure: Article title. (Year, Month Date of Publication). Retrieved from URL

Example
Teen posed as doctor at West Palm Beach hospital: police. (2015, January 16). Retrieved from
http://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/Teen-Posed-as-Doctor-at-West-Palm-Beach-Hospital-Police-
288810831.html

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