Analysis of Aspirin Tablets

Students use a UV-Vis spectrometer to determine the mass of acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) in a single aspirin tablet and compare the results to the ASA content stated on the aspirin bottle.

Grade Level: College • High School

Subject: Chemistry

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Analysis of Aspirin Tablets

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UV Quartz Cuvettes (Qty. 2)

Set of 2 Quartz Cuvettes for use with UV wavelengths as low as 190 nm.

UV-Vis Spectrometer

Highly accurate spectrometer with broad range, ultraviolet through visible light illumination for detailed spectroscopic techniques in chemical structure and concentration determination.

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