Uma metodologia simples e eficiente para a cloração de compostos aromáticos ativados utilizando o ácido tricloro-isocianúrico

The chlorination of activated aromatic rings is efficiently achieved under mild conditions by reaction of aromatic compounds with trichloroisocyanuric acid in acetonitrile, at room temperature, leading to products in 60-95% isolated yields and good regioselectivity.

Métodos simples de formação de monocristal de substância orgânica para estudo estrutural por difração de raios X

This work presents three operationally simple laboratory protocols for monocrystal growth of small-molecule organic compounds, which have been applied with success in the last ten years for the formation of single crystals for X-ray structural studies. In addition, five structure hints were formulated as general guidelines for selecting a small-molecule organic compound as a candidate for monocrystal growth: molecular weight >200 D, melting point >100 ºC, two or more aromatic rings in the structure, at least two sites for intermolecular hydrogen bond formation, and a halogen or other heavy atom in the structure.

Construção de um sistema simples e compacto de recirculação d'água sob pressão para trompa d'água

Vacuum pumps are very useful in physical, chemical and biological experiments. In this communication it is described the design of a compact and low cost water recirculating system employing a water-jet aspirator pump as the vacuum source. The system requires only a water pump, water-jet aspirator pump, commercial PVC water tubes and a drain connection.

Espectrofotometria de longo caminho óptico em espectrofotômetro de duplo-feixe convencional: uma alternativa simples para investigações de amostras com densidade óptica muito baixa

We describe the design and tests of a set-up mounted in a conventional double beam spectrophotometer, which allows the determination of optical density of samples confined in a long liquid core waveguide (LCW) capillary. Very long optical path length can be achieved with capillary cell, allowing measurements of samples with very low optical densities. The device uses a custom optical concentrator optically coupled to LCW (TEFLON® AF). Optical density measurements, carried out using a LCW of ~ 45 cm, were in accordance with the Beer-Lambert Law. Thus, it was possible to analyze quantitatively samples at concentrations 45 fold lower than that regularly used in spectrophotometric measurements.

Oxidação do borneol à cânfora com água sanitária - um experimento simples, de baixo custo e limpo

Regulatory pressure is increasingly focusing on the use and disposal of substances hazardous to human health and environment. In the last years efforts have also been made to introduce green chemistry concepts in undergraduate courses. In this paper we present an experiment on the oxidation reaction of borneol to camphor with bleach in acetone. This experiment is important to show undergraduate students that a cheap and non hazardous commercial product can be a useful oxidation agent of alcohols.

Desenvolvimento e validação de um método analítico simples e rápido por espectroscopia UV para quantificação de aciclovir em matrizes hidrofílicas de liberação prolongada

This work reports the validation of an analytical UV spectrophotometric method to assay acyclovir in hydrophilic matrices (assay and dissolution studies). The method was linear in the range between 2.5-20 µg mL-1, presenting a good correlation coefficient ( r = 0,9999). Precision and accuracy analysis showed low relative standart deviation (< 2.0 %) and a good recoveries percentual (98.9-100 %). The procedure was linear, accurate, and robust. The method is simple and cheap. It does not use polluting reagents and can be applied in dissolution studies, being an adequate alternative to assay acyclovir in hydrophilic matrices tablets.

Um método verde, rápido e simples para determinar o valor energético de farinhas e cereais matinais

The Energy Value (EV) corresponds to the sum of the energetic contributions from food macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates and fats) and is required on the labels of pre-packaged foods. The determinations of these parameters are based on distinct analytical procedures, each one being time-consuming, laborious and producing residues. This work presents multivariate models to determine the EV contents of industrialized foods for human consumption by using X-ray fluorescence spectra of samples with known parameters, determined through conventional methods. The proposed method is an alternative to conventional analytical methods and does not require any reagent, given the demands of the "green chemistry".

Constantes de acidez de ácidos dipróticos a partir de titulações potenciométricas: ilustração dos princípios do cálculo através da construção de um algoritmo muito simples

This work describes the creation of an very simple calculation algorithm, based in basic chemical and mathematic principles, for the calculation of weak diprotic acid dissociation constants as, for example, amino acids, from potentiometric titrations. For an easier understanding of the algorithm the logical reasoning of this calculus is schematized in a diagram of blocks. In the second part of the work the algorithm is applied to an Excel calculation sheet to determine the dissociation constants of Nicotinic Acid and Glycine, from the respective potentiometric titration curves. The values obtained using this algorithm are compared with those estimated by Hyperquad2008 (program generally used for this type of calculus) and also with the values of a stability constants database.

Polimerização do glicerol: uma reação simples e versátil para produzir diferentes materiais a partir do coproduto do biodiesel

In this work, it is proposed a simple experiment in polymer science for undergraduates, involving the glycerol polymerization catalyzed by H2SO4 to produce different materials, e.g. from oligomers to crosslinked polymer. The students can investigate the reaction conditions such as time, temperature and catalyst concentration, thus controlling the extent of polymerization and its kinetics. This experiment stimulates students to see polymer science in a broader context, involving diverse topics, such as biodiesel, and processing of a co-product of low value in polymeric materials with potential industrial application.

Redução enzimática do 4-(dimetilamino)benzaldeído com pedaços de cenoura (Daucus carota): um experimento simples na compreensão da biocatálise

The present paper describes a simple, low-costly and environmentally friendly procedure for reduction of 4-(dimethylamino)benzaldehyde using carrot bits in water. This interdisciplinary experiment can be used to introduce the concepts of biocatalysis and green chemistry to undergraduate students.

Preparação de nanopartículas de prata e ouro: um método simples para a introdução da nanociência em laboratório de ensino

A new practical experiment involving silver and gold nanoparticle syntheses was introduced in an inorganic chemistry laboratory course for undergraduate students at the Institute of Chemistry, UNICAMP. The nanoparticles were synthesized by the reduction of silver nitrate and tetrachloroauric acid with sodium borohydride and sodium citrate in an aqueous medium. Stabilities of the suspensions were tested using several different reactants including sodium chloride, polyvinylpyrrolidone, polyvinyl alcohol and cistamine. Changes in optical properties were observed by electronic spectra and also by transmission electronic microscopy, which also yielded data for estimating particle size.

Cor ASTM: um método simples e rápido para determinar a qualidade do biodiesel produzido a partir de óleos residuais de fritura

In this study, 23 biodiesel samples were produced, 20 from used cooking oil and the remaining 3 from refined soybean oil. The following properties were determined in all of the samples (oil and its respective biodiesel): density; viscosity; total acid number and ASTM color. The results indicated high correlation (R > 0.6) between ASTM color of used cooking oil and total acid number of its resultant biodiesel. This high correlation allows prediction of the quality of the biodiesel produced using a simple and fast procedure such as ASTM color.

Estudo teórico das transições eletrônicas usando métodos simples e sofisticados

In this paper, the use of both simple and sophisticated models in the study of electronic transitions was explored for a set of molecular systems: C2H4, C4H4, C4H6, C6H6, C6H8, "C8", C60, and [H2NCHCH(CHCH)kCHNH2]+, where k = 0 to 4. The simple model of the free particle (1D, 2D, and 3D boxes, rings or spherical surfaces), considering the boundary conditions, was found to yield similar results to the sophisticated theoretical methods such as EOM-CCSD/6-311++G** or TD(NStates=5,Root=1)-M06-2X/6-311++G**.

Método simples para diferenciar Diplodia macrospora de D. maydis em testes de patologia de sementes de milho

Descreve-se neste trabalho um método para diferenciar Diplodia macrospora de D. maydis em testes de patologia de sementes de milho (Zea mays). Os sintomas da podridão branca em espigas e grãos de milho infetados por esses fungos são idênticos, porém, os patógenos diferem, principalmente, pela coloração das colônias desenvolvidas a partir de sementes de milho infetadas. As sementes foram desinfestadas com hipoclorito de sódio e dispostas em gerbox, contendo três camadas de papel-de-filtro embebido com água esterilizada e colocadas em câmara de crescimento a 25 ± 2 ºC. A diagnose foi baseada na coloração das colônias desenvolvidas sobre o papel-de-filtro. Após 15 dias de incubação, as colônias de D. macrospora permaneceram com coloração branca a bege, enquanto as de D. maydis, que originalmente eram brancas, tornaram-se de pardo-escuras a escuras com formação de picnídios. Conclui-se que muitos trabalhos feitos em patologia de sementes de milho referentes a D. maydis podem ter incluído na diagnose as duas espécies por não dispor-se de um método que possibilite a diferenciação segura entre os dois patógenos.

Caracterização de um isolado do Bean rugose mosaic virus (BRMV) de Minas Gerais e estimativa de perdas em feijoeiro em infecção simples ou em conjunto com o BCMV

Plantas de feijão-vagem do cultivar Novirex apresentando mosaico e enrolamento de vagens, sem deformação foliar evidente, foram coletadas em 2002 em Cordisburgo, MG. Estudos preliminares identificaram o vírus como um isolado do Bean rugose mosaic virus (BRMV). Este trabalho relata a caracterização do isolado, por meio de produção e avaliação de anti-soro, determinação da gama de hospedeiros, estudo da transmissão do vírus por besouros crisomelídeos e estimativa de perdas em feijoeiro como resultado de infecção isolada ou em conjunto com o Bean common mosaic virus (BCMV). O roteiro adotado para purificação possibilitou a obtenção de vírus purificado em rendimento satisfatório para a produção de anti-soro. A titulação dos anti-soros foi realizada por ELISA indireto, obtendo-se reações positivas com a diluição máxima testada (1:70.000). Das 22 espécies vegetais utilizadas na gama de hospedeiros, foram infectadas plantas de Chenopodium quinoa e alguns cultivares de feijão e soja, conforme esperado para o BRMV. O isolado de BRMV foi transmitido pelo besouro crisomelídeo Cerotoma arcuata a uma taxa de 33,3%. A infecção simples de feijão 'Ouro Negro' e de feijão-vagem 'Novirex' levou a uma redução do peso das vagens por planta de 3,4% e 84,9%, respectivamente. Infecção mista do BRMV com o BCMV levou a uma redução do peso de vagens por planta de até 70,1% para 'Novirex' e de até 90,8% para 'Ouro Negro'.