Chemiluminescence: Student Activity
Using this Lab-Aid, students conduct a series of simple, safe and dramatic activities that produce light energy (chemiluminescence). They are introduced to an oxidation-reduction reaction as well as rates of reaction. Students also calculate the ratios of chemicals used in the reaction and the effects of temperature on chemiluminescence. Students working in teams use calibrated tubes and the Lab-Aids® environment cups to complete the activity. Easy-to-follow instructions are provided. This Lab-Aid is designed for 16 groups of 2-student teams.
Details at a Glance
- 1 Day | 1 ~50 minute class period
- 1 Activity
- Accommodates 1 class, with 8 groups of 4 students
- Consumables service 32 students
- Meets our criteria for supporting literacy
- Requires a water source
Scientific Concepts
• Demonstrate oxidation-reduction reaction
• Observe rates of reaction, ratios of chemicals used and effects of temperature on chemiluminescence
• Explain chemistry of nature
Guides & Student Sheets
Our kits and modules provide you with everything you need so you can open, review, and teach the material confidently the next day.
- Comprehensive Teacher Guide with background information, detailed instruction, example data and answers
- Student Sheets with age appropriate background information, full procedure(s), and analysis items
- Materials necessary for the investigation (beyond common classroom items)
- Safety Data Sheets
Kit Components
- 1 Teacher’s Guide with MSDS
- 32 Student Worksheets and Guides
- 16 Calibrated tubes with caps
- 16 Environment cups
- 8 Activator Solution, bottles
- 8 Luminol (Reagent A) powder, bottles