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ResourceAtoms and ions of copper | Johnstone’s triangle worksheets | 14–16 years
Use these worksheets to develop learners’ understanding of atoms and ions, including a demonstration of a metal displacement reaction
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Class experimentUniversal indicator microscale | 11–16 years
Introduce learners aged 11–16 to the concept of pH and address common misconceptions regarding the use of indicators
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Class experimentElectrolysis on a microscale | 14–16 years
Use this microscale version of the electrolysis of copper(II) chloride to safely explore a key practical experiment
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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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ResourceChromatography challenge | 16–18 years
Explore analytical techniques and their applications with a chromatography investigation and research activity
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Practical videoEnthalpy change of combustion of ethanol | practical videos | 14–16 years
Video and resources investigating the heat energy change of combustion of ethanol
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Practical videoPaper chromatography | practical videos | 14–16 years
Video and resources showing how to separate colours in inks using paper chromatography
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Practical videoRates of reaction | practical videos | 14–16 years
Video and resources showing how the concentration of sodium thiosulfate solution affects its rate of reaction with hydrochloric acid
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Ideas5 ways to teach displacement reactions effectively
Spark students’ enthusiasm for this key chemistry topic with these teacher-tested strategies
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FeatureWhy it’s important to encourage student decision-making in practicals
Improve student engagement, motivation and behaviour by giving them more choice
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CPD articleHow to teach gases at 14–16
Use these classroom activities and tips to boost your students’ understanding of quantitative chemistry
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ProjectNanoparticles in sunscreen challenge | Chemistry for All project | 14–16 years
Make your own sunscreen and determine its SPF using UV light transmission
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ProjectHard water challenge | Chemistry for All project | 14–16 years
Investigate the relationship between the concentration of calcium ions and the ‘hardness’ of water
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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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ProjectAnalysing the chemistry of food | Chemistry for All project | 14–16 years
Analyse food and drink samples using TLC, titration and visible absorption spectroscopy with this engaging project
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ProjectBonding workshop | Chemistry for All project | 14–16 years
A series of activites, demonstrations and experiments exploring simple covalent molecules and hydrocarbons
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ResourceQuicksand investigation | 14–16 years
Discover the properties of non-Newtonian fluids and how these could help you escape from quicksand
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ResourceInvestigating the sugar content and pH of fizzy drinks | 11–14 years
Compare fizzy drinks’ ingredients, acidities and health implications
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ResourceSalt (for cooking) activities | 11–14 years
Uncover the properties and health implications of salt in our diets