Guide

Mastering the Analytical Lab: A Practical Guide

Guide

A Comprehensive Resource Covering the Basics of Titration, pH, Melting Point, UV/Vis, Density, and Refractometry

This comprehensive guide covers the basics of titration, pH, melting point, and UV/Vis.
This comprehensive guide covers the basics of titration, pH, melting point, and UV/Vis.

At METTLER TOLEDO, we understand that today's students, learners and new laboratory staff, will be conducting the analyses of the future. In this comprehensive guide, our experts have compiled the theory and practices necessary to effectively learn and teach some of the most fundamental analysis techniques.

This guide offers valuable insights on improving accuracy, detailed sample preparation, professional applications, and common pitfalls to avoid, making it a valuable resource for both students and educators alike who strive to stay abreast with modern solutions.

Introduction to the Modern Analytical Laboratory

As the world evolves, so do the analysis methods employed. While measurement techniques become increasingly automated and precise, understanding the theoretical principles and mechanisms behind the analysis is crucial for achieving optimal results. Benefit from the expertise of our professionals in the instruments commonly used in the field.
 

Comprehensive Coverage of Essential Techniques

This practical guide covers essential measurement techniques such as titration, pH measurement, melting point determination, UV/Vis spectroscopy, density measurement, and refractometry. In addition to providing thorough theoretical explanations, our experts offer practical exercises to help master each analysis. This guide serves as a complete resource to familiarize individuals with the basic measurements conducted in modern industrial and academic laboratories.
 

Professional Tips and Techniques

Going beyond the basics, this guide offers advanced tips and insights to elevate your measurements to industry standards. With detailed guidance on sample preparation and a focus on avoiding common errors, this resource is tailored to prepare newcomers for the demands of professional laboratories in today's world.

Know-how

Melting Point Handbook
Designed to help students and teachers, this handbook provides information that’s essential to understanding and mastering melting point measurements...
Titration Theory
ABC of Titration – Theoretical and Practical Basics of Titration. Expand your knowledge by learning the theory and basics of general and Karl Fischer...
Titration Teaching Material Package
In this teaching material package, you will find the full lecture presentation and laboratory worksheets including theory, tasks and teacher informati...
Easy Spectrophotometry Guide
Our Easy Spectrophotometry Guide provides information on the basics of UV Vis spectrophotometry and applications in the industry for routine quality...
UV Vis iron complex formation poster
Download our poster to discover how the characteristic maximum absorption of a chromophore can confirm the presence of metals like iron. Perfect for r...
UV Vis copper concentration poster
Download our poster to learn how copper concentration can easily be determined using a calibration curve — perfect for researchers, chemists, and scie...
pH Essentials Guide
The pH Essentials Guide offers an overview of pH measurements, helping users learn the methods, best practices, and tools for accurate readings.
Efficient density and refractive index measurements
Learn how to achieve reliable results fast and consistently. Read about how to avoid errors in your density and refractive index measurements.