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Experiment 8: Pre-Lab Questions Define: a. Titration b. end point c. oxidation d. ascorbic acid. 2. What is the use of Vitamin C in our body? What can occur due to vitamin C deficiency? 3. What is the Recommend Daily Allowance (RDA) of vitamin C for adult males and females? Continue on the back 108

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1. a. Titration:

Titration is a method to determine the concentration of an unknown solution with the help of a solution of known concentration. The solution of known concentration is called titrant and the solution whose concentration is to be determined is called analyte. In this process, the titrant is added from a burette to a known quantity of the analyte until the reaction is complete.

b. End Point:

The point at which the indicator changes color in a colorimetric titration is called the endpoint. This is the point during the titration when an indicator shows that the amount of reactant required for a complete reaction has been added to the solution.

c. Oxidation:

Oxidation is the process when oxygen combines with an element, changing the appearance of the element. Thus, the addition of oxygen to a compound is known as oxidation. Also, the loss of electron from a compound is also known as oxidation.

d. Ascorbic Acid:

Ascorbic acid is another name of Vitamin C. It is a water-soluble nutrient found in citrus fruits. It acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals. The deficiency of Vitamin C in the body causes Scurvy.