On October 4th 2017, the grade 11s did a lab on halogens for their class topic on periodicity and the properties of different elements.

In this lab, they tested for the acidic and bleaching properties of halogen solutions, the displacement reactions that halogens undergo, and finally, testing halogens in water and hydrocarbon solvent. In overall, the learning covered much about the chemical properties of halogens.

Doing labs like these not only helps solidify the students’ scientific knowledge regarding a certain topic, it also allows students to put into practice their practical and experimental skills when it comes down to working in a very technical environment.