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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.
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Diatomaceous Earth
CAS Number: 68855-54-9
Formula Weight: 60.09
Formula: SiO2
Density (g/mL): 2.3
Solubility: Negligible in Water
Synonyms: Diatomite, Filter Material, Infusorial Earth
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Sudan III
CAS Number: 85-86-9
Formula: C22H16N4O
Density: 0.34 g/mL
Freezing Point: 100 °C
Solubility: Alcohol
Synonyms: Solvent Red 23 C.I. No. 26100
Shelf Life: 36 Months
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Manganese(IV) Dioxide
CAS Number: 1313-13-9
Formula Weight: 86.94
Formula: MnO2
Density (g/mL): 5.0
Freezing Point (°C): 535
Solubility: Hydrochloric Acid
Synonyms: Manganese Dioxide, Manganese Peroxide, Manganese(IV) Oxide
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Yellow
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Ward's® Luminol Powder Concentrate
This product is designed for educational and teaching laboratories and no certificate of analysis is available
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Cornstarch
CAS Number: 9005-25-8
Formula Weight: (162.15)n
Formula: (C6H10O5)n
Density (g/mL): 1.45-1.6
Solubility: Hot Water
Synonyms: Maize Starch
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
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Alizarin Yellow R
CAS Number: 1718-34-9
Formula Weight: 309.22
Formula: C13H8N3O5Na
Hazard Info: Irritant
Density (g/mL): >1
Boiling Point (°C): Decomposes
Freezing Point (°C): 250
Solubility: Many Organic Solvents, Hot Methyl Alcohol and Water
Synonyms: Mordant Yellow 3R, C.I. No. 14095
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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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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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 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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Potassium Chloride
CAS Number: 7447-40-7
Formula: KCl
Density: 1.986—1.990 g/mL
Boiling and Freezing Point: 1500 °C, 772 to 776 °C
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: Muriate of Potash, Potassium Muriate, Potassium Monochloride
Shelf Life: 36 Months
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Sodium Acetate Anhydrous
CAS Number: 127-09-3
Formula: NaC2H3O2
Density: 1.53 g/mL
Freezing Point: 324°C
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: Acetic Acid Sodium Salt
Shelf Life: 12 Months
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Zinc
CAS Number: 7440-66-6
Formula: Zn
Density: 7.12 g/mL
Boiling and Freezing Point: 907°C, 419°C
Solubility: Acids and Alkalies
Shelf Life: 36 Months
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Hematoxylin
CAS Number: 517-28-2
Formula Weight: 302.29
Formula: C16H14O6
Hazard Info: Toxic
Solubility: Water, Alcohol and Glycerin
Synonyms: Natural Black 1, C.I. No. 75290
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
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Barium Chloride
CAS Number: 10361-37-2
Formula Weight: 208.27
Formula: BaCl2
Hazard Info: Toxic
Density (g/mL): 3.9
Boiling Point (°C): 1560
Freezing Point (°C): 963
Solubility: Water
Synonyms: Barium Dichloride
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Blue
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Calcium Oxide
CAS Number: 1305-78-8
Formula Weight: 56.08
Formula: CaO
Hazard Info: Irritant (produces heat with water)
Density (g/mL): 3.2-3.4
Boiling Point (°C): 2850
Freezing Point (°C): 2572
Solubility: Acids and reacts with Water
Synonyms: Lime, Quick Lime, Burnt Lime
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: White