All Investigation articles
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ResourceA practical investigation of cis-trans isomerism in transition metal complexes
Investigate isomerism in transition metal complexes with this experiment, including pre- and post-lab questions
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PosterAll you need to teach titration effectively
Help your post-16 learners grasp the titration method with this poster, fact sheet and practical example
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ResourcePopping good chemistry
Investigate simple chemical reactions, irreversible changes and gases around us with this exciting experiment
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NewsUnderstanding how students untangle intermolecular forces
Discover how learners use electronegativity to predict the location of dipole−dipole interactions
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ResourceChromatography challenge | 16–18 years
Explore analytical techniques and their applications with a chromatography investigation and research activity
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ResourceCompounds and formula
Students match compound name and formula cards in this fun matching game
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ResourcePatterns in formulas of compounds
Use this short written activity to show how the periodic table can predict patterns in the formulas of compounds
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ResourceThe extraction of copper: a microscale version
a microscale practical into the extraction of copper, where students can engage with the experiment and build on their practical chemistry skills.
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ResourceNail varnish removal
Explore which solvents will remove nail polish and help learners understand the terms solvent, solute and solution.
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ResourceCracking hydrocarbons | A microscale version
The oil industry needs to make smaller hydrocarbons, for higher profit. Conduct a microscale experiment to show learners how to perform this procedure.
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ResourceA colourful electrolysis
Explore electrolysis, structure and bonding, acids & alkalis and more with this experiment into the electrolysis of brine.
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ResourceElectrolysis of molten zinc chloride
Understand how molten zinc chloride conducts electricity over solid zinc chloride, in this practical experiment.
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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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ResourceAlloys | making an alloy
Compare pure lead with a self-made alloy of tin and lead, getting learners familiar with the property changes involved.
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ResourceAlloys | modelling an alloy
Create alloy analogies using plasticine and sand to explore the ductility of alloys
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ResourcePolymers in everyday things
Identify polymers and investigate their role in everyday life, discovering their properties and why they are useful.
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ResourceMonomer | Polymer card game
Help learners identify the monomer that makes a polymer, and everyday objects with these polymers in them.
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ResourceCarbon monoxide
Chemistry knowledge will save lives, and learners can contribute to home safety by learning about, and announcing the dangers of carbon monoxide.
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ResourceInvestigating cross-linking | making slime
Create a polymer slime and investigate how cross-linking affects the viscosity of the final substance.