Virtual STEM Lab
Laboratory Preparation of Hydrogen Gas (\(H_2\))
Chemical Equation
$$Zn(s) + H_2SO_4(aq) \rightarrow ZnSO_4(aq) + H_2(g) \uparrow$$
Lab Apparatus Canvas
WARNING: Highly vigorous exothermic reaction!
Click Assemble Apparatus below to get started!
Reaction Control Panel
1.5 M
0.5M (Dilute)
1.5M (Moderate)
3.0M (Vigorous)
* Granulated zinc has smaller relative surface area, leading to steady, safe bubbles.
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Slide right to pour acid
Hydrogen Verification
Once the gas jar is filled with gas (\(100\%\) or \(250\text{ mL}\)), execute the Pop Test using the **Test H₂** button located in the top-right corner of the apparatus canvas.
Real-Time Reaction Metrics
Reaction Rate
0.0 b/s
\(H_2\) Collected
0.0 mL
Temperature
25.0 °C
Gas Jar Saturation Volume
0%
Laboratory Observation Notebook
Log initialized. Awaiting assembly of chemical apparatus...
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