All Applications of chemistry articles – Page 14
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How do shampoos work? Hair care, acids and bases | 14-16 years
Test shampoos and investigate their ingredients as an application of acid–base chemistry using this lesson plan with practical activities for 14–16 year olds.
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What are chemical reactions used for? | 11-14 years
Try this lesson plan for 11–14 year olds to explore how chemical reactions are used to produce energy, make new materials or support biological systems.
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Shampoo and the chemistry of hair care
Discover experiments, a survey and other activities to teach 11–16 year olds about surfactants and acid–base chemistry in the context of hair care and shampoos.
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Cleaning chemistry: soaps and detergents
Discover practical experiments, investigations and other activities for 11–16 year olds to explore the chemistry of cleaning products like soaps and detergents.
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The chemistry behind fireworks
Discover practical experiments, a DART and other activities for 11–16 year olds, exploring key chemical concepts in the context of fireworks.