How to teach solubility at 14–16

A diagram of three beakers showing different and the same concentrations

Source: © Royal Society of Chemistry

Concentrate learners’ minds on the key aspects of solutions

Solutions are part of our everyday lives, but for 14–16 year-old learners solubility can be a tricky topic to grasp. In this article, an experienced chemistry teacher suggests strategies and resources to ensure your students fully understand solutes, solvents, concentration and crystallisation. Suitable for key stage 3, years 8–10 in Northern Ireland and S1–2 in Scotland.

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