Chemicals for Science Education
Chemicals for science education are available in easy-to-use formats with instructions for students to be introduced to a variety of subjects. These chemicals can be purchased in individual amounts or bulk kits for compatibility with classroom-sized demonstrations or independent studies. Products are designed for educational and teaching laboratories, and may or may not come with a certificate of analysis when ordered.
Stain Set, Basic
Includes: Bismarck Brown, Carmine Alum (Alcoholic), Crystal Violet, Eosin (Yellowish), Hematoxylin (Alcoholic), Malachite Green, Methyl Green, Methylene Blue, Neutral Red, Safranin
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Red
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Stearic Acid
CAS Number: 57-11-4
Formula Weight: 284.49
Formula: CH3(CH2)16COOH
Density (g/mL): 0.847
Boiling Point (°C): >315
Freezing Point (°C): 53-56
Solubility: Organic Solvents, Not Soluble in Water
Synonyms: Octadecanoic Acid
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Steel Shot
Density (g/mL): >7.6
Synonyms: Steel Shot #6
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Strontium Carbonate
CAS Number: 1633-05-2
Formula Weight: 147.64
Formula: SrCO3
Density (g/mL): 3.5
Synonyms: Strontianite
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate
CAS Number: 13446-53-2
Formula Weight: 292.25
Formula: MgBr2·6H2O
Synonyms: Magnesium Bromide 6-Hydrate
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
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Magnesium Carbonate
CAS Number: 39409-82-0
Formula: 4MgCO3·2Mg(OH)2·4H2O/5H2O
Density (g/mL): 2.16
Solubility: Acids and Slightly in Water
Synonyms: Magnesium Carbonate basic, tetrahydrate
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Magnesium Nitrate 6-Hydrate
CAS Number: 13446-18-9
Formula Weight: 256.41
Formula: Mg(NO3)2·6H2O
Hazard Info: Oxidizer, Flammable, Irritant
Density (g/mL): 1.46
Boiling Point (°C): Decomposes
Freezing Point (°C): 89
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: Magnesium Nitrate Hexahydrate
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Yellow
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Magnesium Oxide
CAS Number: 1309-48-4
Formula Weight: 40.30
Formula: MgO
Hazard Info: Toxic
Density (g/mL): 3.65-3.75
Boiling Point (°C): 3600
Freezing Point (°C): 2800
Solubility: Acids and Slightly in Water
Synonyms: Magnesia, Calcinated Magnesia, Calcined Brucite
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
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Magnesium Sulfate
CAS Number: 7487-88-9
Formula Weight: 120.37
Formula: MgSO4
Hazard Info: Irritant
Density (g/mL): 2.7
Solubility: Water and Glycerin
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
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Maleic Acid
CAS Number: 110-16-7
Formula Weight: 116.08
Formula: HOCOCH:CHCOOH
Hazard Info: Toxic
Density (g/mL): 1.59
Boiling Point (°C): Decomposes
Freezing Point (°C): 132
Solubility: Water, Alcohol and Acetone
Synonyms: cis-Butenedioic Acid
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: White
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Manganese(II) Chloride
CAS Number: 13446-34-9
Formula Weight: 197.91
Formula: MnCl2·4H2O
Density (g/mL): 2.0100
Boiling Point (°C): 198
Freezing Point (°C): 58
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: Manganous Chloride, Manganese Chloride, Manganous Chloride 4-Hydrate
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
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Manganese(II) Nitrate
CAS Number: 10377-66-9
Formula Weight: Mixture
Formula: Mixture
Hazard Info: Irritant
Density (g/mL): 1.575
Freezing Point (°C): 10
Synonyms: Manganous Nitrate Solution
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Yellow
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Manganese(II) Sulfate Monohydrate
CAS Number: 10034-96-5
Formula Weight: 169.01
Formula: MnSO4·H2O
Hazard Info: Irritant
Density (g/mL): 2.95
Freezing Point (°C): 57-117
Solubility: Water
Synonyms: Manganous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
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Menthol
CAS Number: 89-78-1
Formula Weight: 156.27
Formula: C10H20O
Hazard Info: Irritant
Density (g/mL): 0.890
Boiling Point (°C): 212
Freezing Point (°C): 41-44
Solubility: Organic Solvents, Alcohol, and Acetic Acid
Synonyms: Cyclic Alcohol
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Mercury(II) Oxide Red
CAS Number: 21908-53-2
Formula Weight: 216.59
Formula: HgO
Hazard Info: Toxic, Irritant
Density (g/mL): 11.1
Freezing Point (°C): 500
Solubility: Dilute Hydrochloric Acid and Nitric Acid
Synonyms: Mercuric Oxide, Red
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Blue
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Methyl Ethyl Ketone
CAS Number: 78-93-3
Formula Weight: 72.11
Formula: CH3COCH2CH3
Hazard Info: Flammable, Narcotic
Density (g/mL): 0.804-0.806
Boiling Point (°C): 79-81
Freezing Point (°C): -86.5
Solubility: Alcohol and Ether
Synonyms: 2-Butanone, MEK, Butanone
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Red