All Materials articles – Page 9
-
ResourceThe plastic that came out of thin air
The story of Roy Plunkett and the discovery of Teflon® (polytetrafluoroethene) can be used to show that many things in science were discovered accidentally.
-
Resource
Plastics conservation - Barbie and friends
This resource provides the essential knowledge needed to keep plastic pieces in the best possible condition so that they can continue to be enjoyed for many years.
-
Resource
Stone conservation - statues and antiquities
This resource discusses some of the issues involved with museum conservation of objects made of stone and looks at a research project to investigate methods of removing salts from porous stone objects.
-
Resource
Learning about materials book
This book presents educational resources about materials in the form of teacher s notes and photocopiable worksheets. It will be useful at pre- and post-16 level. Follow the links below to buy a copy from our online shop for £19.95. If you re a member of the Royal Society ...
-
Resource
Colourful chemistry infographics
A collection of visually stimulating and informative infographics about the chemistry of colour, which would make a valuable addition to any science classroom.
-
Resource
Other infographics
A collection of visually stimulating and informative infographics that cover a wide variety of topics. These infographics would make a valuable addition to any science classroom. Topics include: the science of sunscreen; what the chemical composition of smartphones and British coins are; and potential indicators of ‘bad science’ ...
-
Resource
Aroma chemistry infographics
A collection of visually stimulating and informative infographics about the chemistry of smells, which would make a valuable addition to any science classroom.
-
Resource
Conservation chemistry book
This book shows how chemical techniques are used in conserving objects made from a wide variety of materials and seeks to introduce some of the ethical considerations of conservation to students. All of the chapters are freely available on Learn Chemistry. Follow the links below to buy a copy ...
-
-
Feature
Identifying extraterrestrial materials
Meteorites can be bought cheaply online and offer an excellent laboratory teaching tool, explain Luis Lahuerta Zamora, Salvador Lahuerta Zamora and Ana Mellado Romero
-
Resource
Should we worry about nanomaterials?
This is an article about nanomaterials, and the safety concerns that surround their use. This article aims to provide a balanced view of the current debate and evidence.
-
News
Hollow oxide can take the heat
Aluminium-based coating could protect metal components from heat, oxidation
-
-
-
-
-
News
Magnetic nanocubes self-assemble into spirals
Tiny cubes of magnetite form superstructures under a magnetic field
-
-
-
Resource
ChemTube3D: Solid State
This website provides an interactive 3D experience with solid state structures and demonstrates the key features of each.
