Integration and Support Department

Name: ___________________ Date: ___________________

Teacher: Reem Bahlawan Class: Group 6
Subject: Science/Worksheet 3/Term II Duration: 50 minutes

Lab Report: Catalysts and Chemical Reactions

I. Introduction:
- The catalyst is a substance that changes the rate of a chemical reaction
without being used up or changed very much.

- Catalysts can increase reaction rates by bringing together reactants and

making it easier for them to react.

- Enzymes are one type of catalysts found in living things.

- In this lab, you will observe hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) as it decomposes

(breaks down) into oxygen (O2) and water (H2O).

II. Objective:

The purpose of the experiment is to explore the function of a catalyst in a

chemical reaction.
III. Materials:

- Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)

- Yeast as a catalyst
- 2 beakers
- Graduated cylinder
- Stirring rod
- Marker
Safety Precautions:
- Wear safety goggles, gloves, and a lab apron always during the experiment.
- Handle chemicals and glassware with care and follow proper safety guidelines.

IV. Procedure:
- Put on safety goggles, gloves, and a lab apron.

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 - Label the first beaker “Without Catalyst” and the second beaker “With
Catalyst” using a marker.

- Measure 50 mL of hydrogen peroxide using a graduated cylinder and pour it

into each beaker.

- Add a small amount of yeast only to the "With Catalyst" beaker and stir gently
using the stirring rod.

- Record and observe any visible changes in the beakers over the course of 5
minutes using the table below.

“With Catalyst” Beaker “Without Catalyst”

Beaker

1 min

2 min

3 min
4 min

5 min

V. Data Analysis and Conclusion:

1. Write the balanced chemical equation of the decomposition of hydrogen
peroxide?

Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) decomposes (breaks down) into oxygen (O2) and
water (H2O).

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2. Describe the specific observations (like color, fizziness, odor) made in both
the "With Catalyst" and "Without Catalyst" beakers during the experiment.

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3. What is the meaning of the word “function” used in the objective?

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4. How did the presence of yeast affect the rate of hydrogen peroxide
decomposition compared to the reaction without a catalyst?

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5. Based on the observations, did the yeast undergo any change or get consumed
during the reaction?
How does this relate to the definition of a catalyst?

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VI. Reflection:

1. Did this lab activity help you understand the role of a catalyst in a chemical
reaction? Explain.

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2. Did you enjoy doing the experiment with the catalyst? What was the most
interesting part for you?

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3. Was there anything confusing about the experiment or the catalyst that you'd
like to ask about?

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4. Name a connection to real life you made that is a catalyst in your opinion
(does not need to be related science or education).

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