Measure and record the remaining mass of the dry Al wire in the data table. Repeat this experiment to obtain data for trial II using the other end of the Al wire. Allow the solid copper to dry overnight or place the containers in a drying oven or under a heat lamp for several hours.easure and record the remaining mass of the dry Al wire in the data table. Repeat this experiment to obtain data for trial II using the other end of the Al wire. Allow the solid copper to dry overnight or place the containers in a drying oven or under a heat lamp for several hours.