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In the Laboratory
Vial OrganicTM-Organic Chemistry Labs for High School and Junior College
Thomas J. Russo
Theta Technologies, Southgate, KY 41071

Mark Meszaros
Flinn Scientific, Batavia, IL 60510

Cover
January 1999
Vol. 76 No. 1
p. 69

Abstract
Vial Organic is the most economical, safe, and time-effective method of performing organic chemistry experiments. Activities are carried out in low-cost, sealed vials. Vial Organic is extremely safe because only micro quantities of reactants are used, reactants are contained in tightly sealed vials, and only water baths are used for temperature control. Vial Organic laboratory activities are easily performed within one 50-minute class period. When heat is required, a simple hot-water bath is prepared from a beaker of water and an inexpensive immersion heater. The low cost, ease of use, and relatively short time requirement will allow organic chemistry to be experienced by more students with less confusion and intimidation.
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*  Citation
Russo, Thomas J.; Meszaros, Mark. J. Chem. Educ. 1999 76 69.
*  Keywords
Demonstrations; Introductory / High School Chemistry; Solutions / Solvents; Teaching / Learning Aids; Microscale
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June 15, 1999
June 22, 2005
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