Data Tables must be done neatly and are part of the Prelab.
Often a data table will be provided in the handout, and you must transcribe it to your lab notebook. If the lab handout does not have a data table(s), you must produce your own. Leave space underneath it for Additional Observations. Additional Observations include anything that does not fit into the table and may include qualitative descriptions, problems encountered and changes to procedure.
There are generally two types of data collected during lab:
1. Quantitative:
Data Tables: in organized table format with units clearly labeled and consideration for significant figures.
2. Qualitative:
May best be organized in table format, but are often in addition to a quantitative data table and may simply appear as additional observations.
-observations/complete descriptions of original chemicals and any changes that result throughout the procedure(s) - i.e., before, during and after.
-additional information on equipment used, changes in procedure, unusual conditions or concerns.