When you need the reagent data for a chemical or a definition for a Chemical term, use a reference source.
Sources to look up:
The library doesn't like promoting sources that have advertisements or can benefit monetarily from the information they give you, but these two sources are an exception. They are trustworthy for these reasons:
This link opens in a new windowThis resource is a well known book that is published every year. The online resource isn't very easy to use, but you might want to learn to use it in case a future employer wants you to use it.
CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics 101st Edition by
Today, more than ever, the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics remains a hallmark of quality. For over 100 years, the Handbook has provided property data on chemical compounds and all physical particles that have been reported in the literature, carefully reviewed by subject experts. Physical constants and facts about over 12,000 of the most common chemical substances, with many interactive tables.
CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, 97th Edition by This link opens in a new window