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The experiment investigates the effect of hydrochloric acid concentration on the reaction rate with magnesium ribbon, hypothesizing that higher concentrations lead to faster reactions due to increased particle collisions. The procedure involves measuring the time taken for magnesium to dissolve in varying concentrations of acid while controlling for variables such as temperature and magnesium surface area. Results confirm that higher acid concentrations result in quicker reaction rates, supporting the initial hypothesis.

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Effect

The experiment investigates the effect of hydrochloric acid concentration on the reaction rate with magnesium ribbon, hypothesizing that higher concentrations lead to faster reactions due to increased particle collisions. The procedure involves measuring the time taken for magnesium to dissolve in varying concentrations of acid while controlling for variables such as temperature and magnesium surface area. Results confirm that higher acid concentrations result in quicker reaction rates, supporting the initial hypothesis.

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NAME:Jovan James

TITLE:Effect of Concentration on Reaction Rate

Hypothesis:

It is posited that the rate of a chemical reaction is directly proportional to the


concentration of the reactants. An increased concentration results in a greater number of
particles within a specified volume, which intensifies the frequency of collisions among
reacting particles, thereby enhancing the likelihood of successful reactions.

Objective:

To examine the impact of varying concentrations of hydrochloric acid on the reaction rate
with magnesium ribbon.

Apparatus:

* Measuring cylinder (50 mL)

* Beaker (250 mL)

* Stopwatch

* Ruler

* Hydrochloric acid (1M, 2M, and 3M solutions)

* Magnesium ribbon (cut into equal lengths)

* Safety goggles

* Tongs

* Distilled water

* Thermometer
Procedure:

1. Cut magnesium ribbon into 3 cm strips and utilize sandpaper to clean each strip of any
oxidized layer.

2. Measure 50 mL of 1M hydrochloric acid using the measuring cylinder and transfer it into
the beaker.

3. Employ tongs to introduce one strip of magnesium into the acid solution.

4. Activate the stopwatch immediately upon addition of the magnesium and observe the
reaction.

5. Cease timing once the magnesium has entirely dissolved and record the duration.

6. Repeat steps 2–5 utilizing 2M and 3M hydrochloric acid, ensuring to use new strips of
magnesium for each trial.

7. Document the times recorded for the dissolution of magnesium in each concentration.

8. Maintain a constant temperature throughout the experiment, adhering to the same


procedural steps for each trial.
Sources of Error:

Variability in Magnesium Surface Area:

Disparities in the oxide layer or thickness of the ribbon may influence the reaction rate.

Timing Inaccuracy:

Any delay in initiating or halting the stopwatch may introduce human error in the
measurement of reaction time.

Precautions:

Utilize Magnesium Strips of Uniform Length and Condition:

This ensures a consistent surface area throughout the experiment.

Commence Timing Immediately Upon Addition of Magnesium:

This practice mitigates timing errors, thereby enhancing the precision of results.

Discussion:The reaction rate between hydrochloric acid and magnesium exhibits an


increase corresponding to the concentration of the acid. An elevation in concentration
provides a higher number of hydrogen ions available for collisions with magnesium atoms,
leading to a more rapid reaction and swifter generation of hydrogen gas. The exothermic
nature of the reaction results in heat release, which was maintained at a constant level
throughout the experimentation phase to ensure fairness. Other variables, including
temperature, volume of acid, and length of magnesium ribbon, were rigorously controlled
to uphold the validity of the test.

ConclusionT:thhe findings from the experiment indicated that elevated concentrations of


hydrochloric acid correspond to swifter reaction rates when interacting with magnesium.
This outcome corroborates the hypothesis that increased concentration amplifies the
frequency of particle collisions, thereby accelerating the reaction rate.

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