All Applications of chemistry articles
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CPDHow to teach post-16 transition metals and complex ions
Everything you need to help your students master transition metal complexes
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FeatureFirefighting chemistry
From polymers to inorganic compounds, discover the remarkable science behind fighting fires
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ArticleWhat’s in nail polish?
Uncover the polymers and pigments in liquid nail polishes, acrylics and gels
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CPDEverything you need to teach energetics at 14–16
Use these ideas to help students understand the world of energetics, enthalpy and equilibrium
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ResourcePesticides and agricultural productivity calculations | 14–16 years
Link food security to yield, percentage yield and atom economy
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CPDHow to teach gases at 14–16
Use these classroom activities and tips to boost your students’ understanding of quantitative chemistry
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ProjectNanoparticles in sunscreen challenge | Chemistry for All project | 14–16 years
Make your own sunscreen and determine its SPF using UV light transmission
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ProjectHard water challenge | Chemistry for All project | 14–16 years
Investigate the relationship between the concentration of calcium ions and the ‘hardness’ of water
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ProjectChemistry at the crime scene investigation | Chemistry for All project | 11–14 years
This forensic science project uses chemical analysis and observation skills to investigate a crime and solve the case
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ProjectAnalysing the chemistry of food | Chemistry for All project | 14–16 years
Analyse food and drink samples using TLC, titration and visible absorption spectroscopy with this engaging project
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ResourceQuicksand investigation | 14–16 years
Discover the properties of non-Newtonian fluids and how these could help you escape from quicksand
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ResourceSalt (for cooking) activities | 11–14 years
Uncover the properties and health implications of salt in our diets
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ResourceBaking investigation | 11–14 years
Discover the purpose of each ingredient and test methods used to make cupcakes
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ResourceEncapsulation experiment | 11–14 years
Investigate encapsulation and the role it plays in helping probiotics travel to the gut
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ResourceInvestigating cold reactions | 11–14 years
Explore what is meant by ‘cold’ and the applications of endothermic reactions
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ResourceEmulsifiers in cleaning | 11–14 years
Investigate and explain what emulsions are and their applications in cleaning
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ArticleButter and margarine: what’s the difference?
Discover the chemistry and history of these so similar, but very different solidified emulsions
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FeatureThe science behind sustainable home insulation
Are plastics the best option for saving energy in our homes, as well as saving the planet?
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ResourcePlastics in energy-saving homes: context-based questions | 16–18 years
Assess your post-16 learners’ current knowledge and understanding of polymers, mechanisms and more