All Applications of chemistry articles – Page 3
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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
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ResourceRecycling plastics evaluation | 14–16 years
Develop your learners’ evaluation, extended writing and maths skills in the context of polymers
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CPDEverything you need to teach polymers at 14−16
Sharpen your teaching of polymers with these classroom ideas, activities and resources
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NewsUsing seawater to reduce our carbon footprint
Ocean carbon capture system offers a new way to tackle rising atmospheric carbon dioxide levels
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NewsNickel-loving plants help to recycle poly(ethene)
Phytomining is helping to recycle single-use plastics
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ArticleBrush up on the science of mouthwash
What chemicals are in mouthwash and is the time you use it important?
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FeatureCold case chemistry
Discover the advances in forensic science helping solve decades-old crimes
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NewsPreventing condensation with nanotechnology
The sunlight-activated nanofilm putting an end to misty glasses and windows
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NewsCreating green energy from seawater
Scientists combine desalination and electrolysis to produce clean hydrogen fuel
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FeatureExtraordinary electrodes
How the next generation of rechargeable batteries will be better, safer and greener
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ResourceLithium-ion cells worksheet | 16–18 years
Review your learners’ understanding of electrochemistry and its applications
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NewsRecycling PVC with electrolysis
New method for recycling poly(vinylchloride) uses electrolysis to extract valuable chlorinated products
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NewsRecycling catalysts with electrochemistry
Use this research context to show students how, and why, industry recover their catalysts
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ResourceDisplacement reaction snap | 11–14 years
Consolidate learning about simple displacement reactions with this game, followed by a formative assessment activity for the whole class
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FeatureHow chemistry keeps trains on track
Read about the science that’s been keeping trains chugging along for centuries