The Use of Spreadsheets in Chemical Laboratories,

Abstract

The use of standard spreadsheets in chemical laboratories is examined. The main benefits offered by such programs are ease and accuracy of data manipulation and accuracy of record keeping. Data may be entered manually or data acquisition software may be utilized. Spreadsheets can be introduced to the laboratory without the need for intensive training courses. A spreadsheet is defined and a brief history of the subject is presented. The application of these programs to chemical laboratories is discussed with respect to the benefits to the laboratory quality assurance, data and formulae entry, data acquisition, calculations, graphics and purchasing guidelines.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1993
Accession Number
ADA268508

Entities

People

  • R. A. Coad

Organizations

  • Defence Science and Technology Group

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Chemical Laboratories
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Corporations
  • Data Acquisition
  • Data Storage Systems
  • Databases
  • Graphics
  • Materials
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Standards
  • Three Dimensional
  • Word Processors

Fields of Study

  • Chemistry

Readers

  • Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Data Science/Digital Signal Processing.
  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Systems Analysis and Design