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Max Students: | 24 |
Duration: | 2.5 hours |
Booking Eligibility: | Open only to KIOSC partner schools |
Introduction:
Titration Analysis: Determining Citric Acid Concentration in Fruit Juices introduces students to the essential skills and real‑world applications of volumetric analysis. Through hands‑on acid‑base titration, participants explore how chemistry is used to identify and quantify substances in everyday products. Students learn key analytical techniques—from preparing samples and using indicators to performing accurate titrations—before applying their results to calculate citric acid concentrations in common fruit juices. This program builds confidence in practical laboratory skills while deepening understanding of chemical analysis and its importance in scientific, industrial, and consumer contexts.
Program Outline:
1. Introduction to Volumetric Analysis
Brief overview of titration, its purpose, and real‑world uses.
2. Acid–Base Titration Basics
Core concepts, indicators, and safe lab practice.
3. Equipment and Preparation
Using burettes, pipettes, and preparing fruit juice samples.
4. Titration Procedure
Students perform titrations to determine citric acid levels and record results.
5. Data Analysis
Calculate citric acid concentration and compare findings across samples.
6. Evaluation and Discussion
Identify sources of error and reflect on accuracy and technique.
7. Real‑World Applications
How titration is used in food chemistry and quality control.
Curriculum Focus
Science / Mathematics