Acids, bases and salts

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Ideas, resources and activities for your classroom

The concepts of acids, bases and salts are introduced early in secondary school science, are developed and refined as students progress, and underpin many future topics. Here are some ideas to engage students, avoid misconceptions, and connect practical work to underlying concepts.

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