4B10.10 - Water and Aluminum on Hot Plate

water and aluminum on hot plate

 

PIRA Classification: 4B10.10

Description: One beaker contains aluminum and water, the other just water. Both beakers, with the same mass, are placed on the same hot plate. Thermometers are placed in the beakers and the temperatures are monitored over the class period.

Special Instructions: Don't let the thermometer leads touch the hot plate

Condition: Ok

Setup time: 2 minutes

Safety Issues: Don't touch the hot plate.