Virtual Lab Exercises – To be carried out using a simulated lab or a worksheet. If it is a simulated lab, you need to submit a lab report. Otherwise, answers in a word document should be sufficient. Please refer to the lab report writing links given in the course.
Part 2
Completion of an assignment.
Both parts need to be submitted to the relevant, weekly, assignment dropbox.
N.B. Any other notes given are for your information only. You do not have to complete those exercises.
Week 4 Lab
Formula of a Hydrate and Electronic Configurations
Part 1
Complete the worksheets,
Determining the Formula of a Hydrate Simulated Lab Lab Report (Worksheet 1)
Watch:
Now write a lab report as if you conducted the lab. Watch the video several times get the procedure correct.
Now watch:
The above video demonstrates the process for determining the formula of a hydrate using a compound similar to the one in your experiment. While the compound in the video may differ, the calculation method remains the same.
Your Experimental Data:
Mass of hydrated copper(II) sulfate = 9.7 g
Mass of anhydrous copper(II) sulfate = 6.2 g
Instructions:
Watch the video carefully to understand the method of calculating the number of water molecules in a hydrate.
Using the data provided above, follow the same calculation steps to determine the formula of the hydrated copper(II) sulfate.
Use the following approach:
Mass of water lost = Mass of hydrate Mass of anhydrous compound
Moles of anhydrous copper(II) sulfate (CuSO4) = mass / molar mass (159.61 g/mol)
Moles of water lost (H2O) = mass / molar mass (18.02 g/mol)
Mole ratio = moles of water moles of CuSO4
Round to the nearest whole number to find the value of “x” in CuSO4xH2O
Assignment: Lab Report
Prepare and submit a formal lab report with the following components:
Title
Objective
Materials & Data
Procedure (based on the videos method)
Calculations (show each step clearly)
Analysis
Conclusion: Report the empirical formula of the hydrated copper(II) sulfate based on your calculations.
Discussion 1 – Chronic Diseases Associated with Excess Sugar/Carbohydrate Intake
Due on Feb 17, 2026 11:59 PM
Must post first. All graded discussion topics will be here.
Introduction
This assignment bridges chemistry concepts with nursing practice. Youll explore how excess sugar or carbohydrate intake contributes to chronic diseases, and explain the biochemical mechanisms, prevention strategies, and treatment options in a concise, engaging format.
Format: Individual Video Note
This discussion involves the use of
Length: Minimum 3 minutes, Maximum 5 minutes
Initial Submission: Start a New Thread as described in the video, record your video note, and upload/drag your list of references to the attachments box (it will be below your video note).
Response to classmates: After the initial submission, you will respond to a minimum of two (2) of your classmates (either by typing or with a video note). The due date for the responses will be 2 days after the due date for the initial submission.
Due Dates: The initial post should be submitted 2 days before the due date for the discussion. The response to at least two (2) classmates is due by the due date for the discussion.
Get Ready!
Choose a Disease
Select one chronic disease linked to excess sugar/carbohydrate intake. Examples included
Type 2 Diabetes
Research & Prepare
Your video should include:
Brief overview of the disease
Biochemical explanation: Role of specific molecules (e.g. glucose, insulin, triglycerides) and how they contribute to the disease (e.g., insulin resistance, lipid accumulation, inflammation)
Impact on organs and systems
Prevention strategies: Lifestyle, dietary, and public health approaches
Treatment options: Medications, dietary interventions, nursing care consideration
Share Your Thoughts (Part 1)
Create Your Video Note
Use clear, accurate scientific language appropriate for nursing students
Include visuals if possible (e.g., diagrams, slides, props)
Speak clearly and stay within the 5-minute limit
Submit References
Create a separate document(Word or pdf) listing all sources used (APA or MLA format)
Upload this to the assignment folder along with your video
Respond to Your Colleagues (Part 2)
Respond to two (2) of your classmate’s videos. You may type your response or record video or audio. Look for areas in which your classmate’s ideas may differ from your own. You may respond to your classmates in one or more of the following ways:
Ask thought-provoking questions
Offer opinions supported by evidence
Share a new insight you have gained from listening your classmate’s video note
Expand upon your classmate’s post
Offer an alternate idea or suggestion
Sample Video Note Outline: Type 2 Diabetes (Change as Needed for Different Diseases)
1. Introduction (30 seconds)
Brief definition of Type 2 Diabetes
Why it matters in nursing and public health
2. Biochemical Mechanism (1 minute)
Role of glucose and insulin in normal metabolism
What goes wrong: insulin resistance and elevated blood glucose
Chemical pathways involved (glycolysis, insulin signaling)
3. Link to Excess Sugar/Carbohydrate Intake (1 minute)
How high sugar diets contribute to insulin resistance
Role of refined carbohydrates and added sugars
Impact on pancreas and liver
4. Prevention Strategies (1 minute)
Dietary changes (low glycemic index foods, fiber intake)
Physical activity and weight management
Patient education and community health programs
5. Treatment Options (1 minute)
Medications (e.g., Metformin how it works chemically)
Discussion 1 – Chronic Diseases Associated with Excess Sugar/Carbohydrate Intake
Must post first.
All graded discussion topics will be here.
Introduction
This assignment bridges chemistry concepts with nursing practice. Youll explore how excess sugar or carbohydrate intake contributes to chronic diseases, and explain the biochemical mechanisms, prevention strategies, and treatment options in a concise, engaging format.
Format: Individual Video Note
This discussion involves the use of
Length: Minimum 3 minutes, Maximum 5 minutes
Initial Submission: Start a New Thread as described in the video, record your video note, and upload/drag your list of references to the attachments box (it will be below your video note).
Response to classmates: After the initial submission, you will respond to a minimum of two (2) of your classmates (either by typing or with a video note). The due date for the responses will be 2 days after the due date for the initial submission.
Due Dates: The initial post should be submitted 2 days before the due date for the discussion. The response to at least two (2) classmates is due by the due date for the discussion.
Get Ready!
Choose a Disease
Select one chronic disease linked to excess sugar/carbohydrate intake. Examples include:
Cardiovascular Disease
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Obesity
Type 2 Diabetes
Dental Caries
Research & Prepare
Your video should include:
Brief overview of the disease
Biochemical explanation: Role of specific molecules (e.g. glucose, insulin, triglycerides) and how they contribute to the disease (e.g., insulin resistance, lipid accumulation, inflammation)
Impact on organs and systems
Prevention strategies: Lifestyle, dietary, and public health approaches
Treatment options: Medications, dietary interventions, nursing care consideration
Share Your Thoughts (Part 1)
Create Your Video Note
Use clear, accurate scientific language appropriate for nursing students
Include visuals if possible (e.g., diagrams, slides, props)
Speak clearly and stay within the 5-minute limit
Submit References
Create a separate document(Word or pdf) listing all sources used (APA or MLA format)
Upload this to the assignment folder along with your video
Respond to Your Colleagues (Part 2)
Respond to two (2) of your classmate’s videos. You may type your response or record video or audio. Look for areas in which your classmate’s ideas may differ from your own. You may respond to your classmates in one or more of the following ways:
Ask thought-provoking questions
Offer opinions supported by evidence
Share a new insight you have gained from listening your classmate’s video note
Expand upon your classmate’s post
Offer an alternate idea or suggestion
Sample Video Note Outline: Type 2 Diabetes (Change as Needed for Different Diseases)
1. Introduction (30 seconds)
Brief definition of Type 2 Diabetes
Why it matters in nursing and public health
2. Biochemical Mechanism (1 minute)
Role of glucose and insulin in normal metabolism
What goes wrong: insulin resistance and elevated blood glucose
Chemical pathways involved (glycolysis, insulin signaling)
3. Link to Excess Sugar/Carbohydrate Intake (1 minute)
How high sugar diets contribute to insulin resistance
Role of refined carbohydrates and added sugars
Impact on pancreas and liver
4. Prevention Strategies (1 minute)
Dietary changes (low glycemic index foods, fiber intake)
Physical activity and weight management
Patient education and community health programs
5. Treatment Options (1 minute)
Medications (e.g., Metformin how it works chemically)