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ResourceThin-layer chromatography and analgesics | 16–18 years
In this investigation learners use thin-layer chromatography to separate and identify over-the-counter medicines
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FeatureSkills to succeed in the future chemical sciences workforce
What do learners need to master to thrive in the chemical sciences?
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FeatureHere’s how to showcase science careers students can aspire to
Get learners to see a future in science by highlighting attributes and skills
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OpinionSTEM is an attractive career prospect for young women and girls
The key is to use clever ways to get them engaged early
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RSC NewsNational Careers Week 2024
Use this opportunity to encourage your students to explore the many career opportunities available in the chemical sciences
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RSC NewsRSC-funded research sheds new light on teacher shortages
Qualitative study reveals causes of shortages and suggests steps to the address them
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ResourceParacetamol book | Background information
Explore the key elements of paracetamol, and lay a strong foundation of background information.
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ResourceParacetamol book | Using thin-layer chromatography to investigate the reactions
In this activity you investigate the purity and identity of your laboratory prepared samples of nitrophenol or paracetamol using thin-layer chromatography
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CPD articleHow to teach atmospheric chemistry at 14–16
Use these guiding questions to guarantee student understanding of this tricky topic
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ResourceLife cycle assessment: shopping bags | 14–16 years
Slides, scaffolded worksheets and teacher notes to introduce learners to life cycle assessments using a real-world example
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FeatureLife cycle assessment of fast-food containers
Examining the environmental impact of single-use takeaway packaging
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NewsTropical birds bear brunt of gold mining impact
Birds pay the environmental price for metal extraction
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Practical videoEnthalpy change of combustion of ethanol | practical videos | 14–16 years
Video and resources investigating the heat energy change of combustion of ethanol
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Practical videoSimple distillation | practical videos | 14–16 years
Video and resources showing how to separate water from a coloured solution
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Practical videoPaper chromatography | practical videos | 14–16 years
Video and resources showing how to separate colours in inks using paper chromatography
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Practical videoRates of reaction | practical videos | 14–16 years
Video and resources showing how the concentration of sodium thiosulfate solution affects its rate of reaction with hydrochloric acid
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ResourceAlloys of iron | steels
Discover how the different levels of carbon content in steel changes the properties and use of the steel
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ResourceTextile conservation
Explore textile conservation as a context for practising organic and polymer chemistry.
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ResourceMaking new medicines | combinatorial chemistry
How do pharmacists create new medicines, and what role does the pharmaceutical industry play in chemical research? Find out with this resource.
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ResourceChanging the surface
Explore how the characteristics of fabrics can be changed by the addition of a polymer to its surface.