Laboratory Solution Preparation

Many of the reagents used in science are in the form of solutions that need to be purchased or prepared. For many purposes, the exact value of concentration is not critical; in other cases, the concentration of the solution and its method of preparation must be as accurate as possible. The Flinn Laboratory Solution Preparation reference section is designed for both the novice and experienced solution maker. It provides valuable information on the basic concepts of preparing solutions and instructions for preparing most solutions required in the high school science laboratory. Professional-quality solutions are possible when high-quality and fresh chemicals and solvents are used and meticulous procedures are followed. Many of the solutions described in this section are available ready-made from Flinn Scientific to save valuable laboratory preparation time.