Purpose
To illustrate the crystallization of a supersaturated solution.
Materials
- Sodium acetate trihydrate, CH3COONa ยท 3H2O
- Round bottom flask or Erlenmeyer flask with rubber stopper
- Hot plate or Bunsen burner
- Wash bottle
Safety
- Read the MSDS/WHMIS sheets for all chemicals before using them
- Wear chemical safety glasses
