1M NaOH
Preparation
1M NaOH
Work in chemical hood and wear eye protection. NaOH is extermely caustic!
Step 1.
Add ~75% of the target volume in distilled water to a appropriately-sized beaker.
Step 2.
Gradually add NaOH pellets while stirring.
Sodium Hydroxide
2
g
The solution will heat up. This is normal.
Step 3.
After fully dissolved, transfer the solution to a falcon tube or media bottle.
Step 4.
Bring final volume to 50 mL with water.