Unit 6C BTEC Applied science Assignment

Unit 6C BTEC Applied science
Assignment

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Unit 6C
Aim:

To produce phenyl benzoate from phenol.

Introduction:

Phenyl benzoate is a benzoate ester obtained by the formal condensation
of phenol with benzoic acid. It is a crystalline powder with a melting point of
68-70° C (lit.) and a boiling point of 298-299° C (lit.). Phenyl benzoate is an
organic compound which is used as a medication and insect repellent. As a
medication it is used to effectively treat scabies and lice.

Hypothesis:

This experiment will produce a white powdery solid.

Apparatus:

 Phenol
 Weighing bottle
 Scales
 Sodium hydroxide
 Filter paper
 Conical flask
 Filter apparatus
 Distilled water
 Benzoyl chloride
 Weighing bottles
 Beakers
 Water bath
 Melting point apparatus




Risk assessment:



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RISK ASSESSMENT FORM
Name of assessor: Najah Bendriss


Date: 10/06/2021
Activity:
Preparation of Phenyl benzoate from phenol.
Hazards
 Glass




 Sodium hydroxide (corrosive)




 Benzoyl chloride (irritant)




 Phenol (toxic)




Risk
 The glass might break and can lead to cutting or injury.
 Sodium hydroxide is corrosive, can damage the skin.
 Benzoyl chloride is irritant to eyes, skin and the respiratory system if
inhaled.



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