I had to miss a lab yesterday. Do you know of a website where I can virtually prepare methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen)? The experiment involves salicylic acid + methyl alcohol + concentrated sulfuric acid + heat....then when two layers form collect the top layer and estimate the % yield.
Anything even close out there?
Thanks.
Aspirin is included hut I think you can skip that and go to the next part.
http://chemistryzone.blogspot.com/2010/03/synthesis-of-aspirin-how-to-prepare-oil.html
Yes, there are websites and educational platforms where you can virtually explore and conduct chemistry experiments, including the synthesis of methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen). One such platform is ChemCollective, which provides a variety of virtual chemistry experiments and simulations.
To access the virtual preparation of methyl salicylate, you can follow these steps:
1. Go to the ChemCollective website. (www.chemcollective.org)
2. Navigate to their virtual laboratory section.
3. Look for the experiment titled "Synthesis of Methyl Salicylate" or a similar experiment involving the synthesis of oil of wintergreen.
4. Click on the experiment to access the instructions and simulation.
5. Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the simulation to virtually conduct the experiment.
6. Once the experiment is complete, you can use the simulation to estimate the percentage yield by following the provided guidelines.
It's important to note that virtual simulations may not fully replace hands-on laboratory experience, but they can provide valuable insights into the experiment procedure and chemical principles. Additionally, you should consult with your instructor or teaching assistant to see if they recommend any specific virtual resources for your laboratory preparation.