Teaching atom economy, percentage yield and green chemistry post-16

By Louise Glynn2025-03-17T06:11:00

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Use these tips and ideas for teaching these quantitative topics

Percentage yield and atom economy calculations can often seem part of a familiar routine rather than meaningful in terms of green chemistry. As scientists move towards circular processes, less waste and sustainable production, it’s crucial we highlight to learners how important these chemical calculations are. Read the article for ideas and tips on teaching these quantitative topic post-16 and to help your students conceptualise what these calculations mean about a chemical process.

Download the resource, a misconception buster with 18 diagnostic multiple choice questions and linked follow-up tasks, to probe your learners’ understanding and help them connect the calculations to the meaning behind them.

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