All Metals articles – Page 3
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ResourceDeveloping a theory about reactions of acids
In this practical activity, students will monitor reactions of acids and develop a theory to explain their observations
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Class experimentThe determination of copper in brass
Try this microscale class practical to investigate how much copper there is in brass using nitric acid. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Class experimentMicroscale reactions of metals with acids
Try this class practical to explore reactivity series with various metals as they react with acids on a microscale. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Class experimentDisplacement reactions of metals on a microscale
Examine the reactions between various metals and metal salt solutions in this microscale class practical. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Class experimentUsing a microscale conductivity meter
Explore electrical conductivity with this practical that allows students to test different materials for how well a current will pass through them. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourceScience concept cartoons: rusting
Use this conversation starter to get your pupils thinking about the process of rusting, and discussing different possibilities.
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ResourceAnecdotes: Measuring Lead Levels in Hair
Measuring lead levels in hair using atomic absorption spectrometry.
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ResourceAnecdotes: Copper
The use of copper hull plating on wooden ships and the deterioration of the iron fixing bolts due to bimetallic corrosion in sea water.
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ResourceAnecdotes: Aluminium
The story of the discovery of the Hall-Heroult process for purifying aluminium.
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DemonstrationTurning copper coins into ‘silver’ and ‘gold’
Perform what looks like alchemy with ordinary copper coins in this teacher demonstration. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Class experimentElectricity from chemicals
Use various metals, in pairs, and n electrolyte to form a cell. Then observe the formation of ions around the reactive metal, and compare the speed with which they form around the less reactive metal. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Class experimentProperties of the transition metals and their compounds
Student discover the diversity of transition metals in this practical that puts their knowledge of these common elements to the test. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Class experimentThe oxidation states of vanadium
Introduce your students to the idea that different oxidation states of transition metal ions often have different colours, and that electrode potentials can be used to predict the course of the redox reactions. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Class experimentReduction of copper(II) oxide by hydrogen
Determine the formula of copper(II) oxide by reducing it using hydrogen or methane, in one of three methods available to you in this practical. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourceChallenging Plants: Fertilisers - Practicals
Nutrients essential for plant growth are obtained naturally from soil or other growing media. However, supplies become depleted and fertilisers are needed to increase the availability of nutrients to plants. An understanding of chemical changes is used to making fertilisers, often designed to meet specific requirements such as particular nutrient ...
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Class experimentExtracting iron from breakfast cereal
Try this class practical or demonstration to extract food-grade iron from breakfast cereals using neodymium magnets. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourceThe Wonders of the Olympic Torch
Learn about the history and design of the Olympic torch and the journey it takes to the Olympics opening ceremony.
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ResourceOlympic Medals
Explore the history of the Olympic medals, what they represent, and their chemical properties.