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.
Nutrient Broth
General Purpose broth medium, includes label instructions for preparation. Must refrigerate upon receipt.
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Copper(II) Sulfate Pentahydrate
CAS Number: 7758-99-8
Formula: CuSO4 5H2O
Density: 2.284 g/mL
Freezing Point: 150°C
Solubility: Water and Methanol
Synonyms: Copper II Sulfate 5-Hydrate, Cupric Sulfate 5-Hydrate
Shelf Life: 36 Months
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Ninhydrin
CAS Number: 485-47-2
Formula Weight: 178-14
Formula: C9H4O3·H2O
Hazard Info: Toxic, Irritant
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: 1,2,3-Indantrione Monohydrate
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Agarose
CAS Number: 9012-36-6
Density (g/mL): >1
Freezing Point (°C): 260
Solubility: Boiling Water
Synonyms: Agarose Low EEO
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Sodium Hypochlorite
CAS Number: 7681-52-9
Formula Weight: 1.2
Formula: NaOCl
Solubility: Water
Synonyms: Chlorine Bleach, Bleach
Shelf Life (months): 24
Storage: White
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Mineral Oil
CAS Number: 8042-47-5
Formula Weight: Variable
Formula: CH2[CH2]nCH3
Density (g/mL): 0.818-0.880
Solubility: Organic Solvents
Synonyms: White Mineral Oil, Light Paraffin Oil
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Piccolyte II
Density (g/mL): 0.87
Boiling Point (°C): 139-141
Synonyms: Piccolyte Slide Mounting Media
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Red
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CR-1 Cover Glass Mounting Medium
Hazard Info: Flammable
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Red
Synonyms: CR-1
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Calcium Chloride
Ready to use. Sterile; for preparation of competent cells. Each vial contains 10 mL (50 mM concentration).
Note: Perishable. Please specify delivery date.
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Corn Oil
CAS Number: 9001-30-7
Formula Weight: Mixture
Formula: Natural Product
Density (g/mL): 0.922-0.926
Boiling Point (°C): >232
Freezing Point (°C): 21-25
Solubility: Organic Solvents
Synonyms: Maize Oil, Mazola
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Calcium Carbonate
CAS Number: 1317-65-3
Formula: CaCO3
Density: 2.71 g/mL
Solubility: Water and Acids
Synonyms: Precipitated Chalk, Natural Chalk, Powdered Chalk
Shelf Life: 36 Months
Storage: Green
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Calcium Chloride Dihydrate
CAS Number: 10035-04-8
Formula: CaCl2·2H2O
Freezing Point: 175°C
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: Calcium Chloride, Hydrated
Shelf Life: 12 Months
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Calcium Hydroxide
CAS Number: 1305-62-0
Formula Weight: 74.10
Formula: Ca(OH)2
Hazard Info: Irritant, Corrosive
Density (g/mL): 2.24
Boiling Point (°C): as CaO 579
Freezing Point (°C): as CaO 2580
Solubility: Water, Glycerol, and Acids
Synonyms: Hydrated Lime, Slacked Lime, Caustic Lime, Calcium Hydrate
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
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Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate
CAS Number: 7791-18-6
Formula: MgCl2 6H2O
Density: 1.57 g/mL
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: Magnesium Chloride 6-Hydrate
Shelf Life: 12 Months
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Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate
CAS Number: 10034-99-8
Formula Weight: 246.48
Formula: MgSO4·7H2O
Hazard Info: Irritant
Density (g/mL): 2.7
Solubility: Water and Glycerin
Synonyms: Epsom Salts, Magnesium Sulfate 7-Hydrate
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green