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ResourceCarbon allotropes | Developing understanding | 14–16
Encourage learners to think about how different structures of carbon are represented and what this means at the sub-microscopic level
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CPDHow to teach polymers at post-16
Teaching strategies and resources to help learners master polymers and overcome misconceptions
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NewsComposite decking can capture carbon dioxide
Could our choice of patio decking help reduce the global warming effects of building materials?
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CPDHow to teach extraction of metals at 14–16
Solidify learners’ understanding of extraction processes with these tips, misconception busters and teaching ideas
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ResourceAllotropes of carbon | Structure strip | 14–16
Support learners to retrieve information on the structure and bonding in different forms of carbon, with this scaffolded writing activity
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PosterTeaching Earth’s resources
Everything you need to help your 11–14 learners grasp the importance of finite and renewable resources
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FeatureThe many uses of nanomaterials
How scientists are using these chemical marvels to develop new biosensors, food testing systems and functional textiles
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ResourceNanomaterials and the nanoscale: structure strip | 14–16 years
Develop your learners’ literacy skills with this scaffolded writing support on nanomaterials
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ProjectChemistry at the crime scene investigation | Chemistry for All project | 11–14 years
This forensic science project uses chemical analysis and observation skills to investigate a crime and solve the case
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ResourcePlastics in energy-saving homes: context-based questions | 16–18 years
Assess your post-16 learners’ current knowledge and understanding of polymers, mechanisms and more
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ResourceRecycling plastics evaluation | 14–16 years
Develop your learners’ evaluation, extended writing and maths skills in the context of polymers
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NewsPreventing condensation with nanotechnology
The sunlight-activated nanofilm putting an end to misty glasses and windows
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ArticleHow do whiteboard markers work?
Learn about the chemistry behind whiteboards and pens – and how to clean their stains
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ArticleWhat are Halloween costume masks made from?
Find out about the creative chemistry behind costume masks
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NewsSpiderwebs used as microplastic pollution screens
Airborne plastic can make up a tenth of a spiderweb’s weight. What can it tell us about the life cycle of plastic and recycling in our cities?
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NewsComposite fibre could protect firefighters from extreme heat
The next-generation aerogel with superior thermal insulation could be used to make heat protective clothing and spacecraft shielding
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Topic webNa séasúir agus aimsir gan choinne | 4–7 mbliana
Nasc do theagasc curaclaim faoi athruithe séasúracha le comhthéacsanna spéisiúla inbhuanaitheachta. Sa ghréasán topaicí seo, moltar gníomhaíochtaí ranga a bhaineann le breathnú ar athruithe séasúracha agus an aimsir.
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Topic webMeath agus ábhair i bhfóin phóca | 9–11 bhliain
Nasc do theagasc curaclaim faoi ábhair le comhthéacsanna spéisiúla inbhuanaitheachta. Sa ghréasán topaicí seo, moltar gníomhaíochtaí ranga a bhaineann leis na hábhair a bhíonn i bhfóin phóca agus an chaoi a meathann ábhair dhifriúla.
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Topic webPlaistigh a athchúrsáil agus a leá | 7–9 mbliana
Nasc do theagasc curaclaim faoi ábhair le comhthéacsanna spéisiúla inbhuanaitheachta. Sa ghréasán topaicí seo, moltar gníomhaíochtaí ranga a bhaineann le plaistigh a shórtáil le haghaidh athchúrsála agus plaistigh a leá le haghaidh úsáidí nua.