< Back to the full list

Recrystallisation

Recrystallisation

No items found.

Practise purifying an impure solid by recrystallisation, adding a minimum volume of solvent and applying gentle heat to fully dissolve the sample, then cooling the solution to obtain pure crystals.

Learning outcomes

  • Familiarise yourself with the basic principles of purifying an impure solid by recrystallisation
  • Learn how to add a minimum volume of solvent and apply gentle heat to fully dissolve the sample, then cool the solution to obtain pure crystals  
  • Understand the effects of adding too much or too little solvent
No items found.
chevron_left
chevron_right

Skills

Using Instruments and Equipment

  • How to apply the right amount of solvent and heat to fully dissolve the sample
  • How to cool the solution to crystallise the purified material 

Working in a Safe Manner

  • Why you should add solvent before applying heat to the glassware 

Learn more about our approach to skills
Dr. Aga Kosinska
CLIE, University College London

“International students found it much easier to learn new techniques using the simulations and were more confident when they got to the lab. The enhanced pre-labs resulted in students engaging with the lab manual to a greater extent than ever before.”

Details

Degrees

Pharmacological science
Forensic science
Chemistry

Modules

Purification

Topic

Recrystallisation

Purchase option

Chemistry LabSim Library

Related products

What are LabSims?

Our virtual lab simulations enhance student learning by building confidence in practical skills.
  • Enhance student skills and accelerate learning with multiple opportunities to practise
  • Boost confidence and competency with enhanced support and personalised feedback
  • Engage and motivate with enjoyable, challenging learning experiences
LabSim product page

What are Smart Worksheets?

Online, autograded assessment tool for advanced data analysis and calculation practice
  • Improve the student experience of assessment with immediate, targeted feedback
  • Save academic time by minimising repetitive marking for staff
  • Gain immediate insight into student progress with individual performance data
Smart Worksheets product page

Integrate with your LMS

Our products integrate with all major learning platforms, including Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, Sakai and Brightspace or without any LMS using our LearnSci Direct Platform.
Learn more about LearnSci Direct.

See how our resources can enhance your student experiences

  • Try our resources for free
  • Get a live demonstration of our products
  • Become a partner and join our community
  • Talk to our team of experts
Request a demo
Image of a smiling student with a microscope