Laughter may be the best medicine, but aspirin is also important. Young chemists analyze aspirin tablets using titration in this lab experiment. They then repeat the entire experiment using a different aspirin brand. 

Concepts

stoichiometry, the law of conservation of energy, titration

Show More Show Less

Additional Tags

science

Show More Show Less

Instructional Ideas

• Research quality control testing in the pharmaceutical industry
• Visit a pharmaceutical manufacturer if possible

Classroom Considerations

• Ensure learners understand the vocabulary before beginning the experiment
• The sixth lesson in a series of 11

Pros

• Provides answers throughout the resource
• Includes many strategies for differentiation

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.9-10.3 RST.11-12.3