Solvent Swelling Demonstrations: Possible Extension to Other Types of Material (the authors reply)

D. J. Campbell , E. R. Freidinger and Carl Murphy
Department of Chemistry, Bradley University, Peoria, IL 61625
J. Chem. Educ., 2001, 78 (2), p 165
DOI: 10.1021/ed078p165.2
Publication Date (Web): February 1, 2001

Abstract

Demonstrating solvent-induced swelling using pasta, rubber bands, silicone caulk, and superabsorbent polymer powder.

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Second-Year Undergraduate

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Demonstrations

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Letters

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Chirality / Optical Activity

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  • Received: August 03, 2009

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