All Organic chemistry articles – Page 2
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ResourceThe melting point of aspirin | 16–18 years
A pure substance usually has a sharp melting point, discover how this affects aspirin. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourceThe solubility of aspirin | 16–18 years
This activity is a useful vehicle for reinforcing ideas relating to strong and weak acids, basicity and elementary chemical calculations. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourcePurifying by recrystallisation | 16–18 years
Explore purification techniques through recrystallisation of compounds.
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ResourceThe preparation of aspirin | 16–18 years
Discover the method by which learners can synthesise aspirin in the classroom. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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NewsHow to help students identify electrophiles and nucleophiles
Use evidence-based research and teaching tips to solidify understanding of reaction mechanisms
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CPDTeaching organic synthesis at post-16
Use these ideas and tips to help students master this tricky topic
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ResourceOrganic synthesis quiz | 16–18 years
Multiple choice quiz to check understanding and revise organic chemistry topics
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Exhibition chemistryThe production and combustion of nitrocellulose
Get your students engaged in a flash with this impressive demo
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NewsImprove students’ understanding of stereoisomers with these evidence-based ideas
Discover three effective methods to help your students understand molecular rotations
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CPDTeaching curly arrows at post-16
Tips and resources to help you teach chemical processes and organic reaction mechanisms
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ResourcePlant-based proteins | 16–18 years
Name common amino acids and draw the structural formulas of dipeptides and tripeptides in this resource for 16-18 year old learners before considering how thin layer chromatography can be used to separate and analyse amino acids in a mixture.
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CPDTeaching organic chemistry post-16
Introduce the study of molecules containing carbon atoms to your students with these many different contexts
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PracticalPreparation of an organic liquid | practical videos | 16–18 students
Video and supporting resources to support practical work based on synthesis of an organic liquid, the experiment includes the stages of preparation, separation and purification
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PracticalQualitative tests for organic functional groups | practical videos | 16–18 students
Video and supporting resources to support a practical investigation to identify organic functional groups using a range of qualitative tests
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ResourceWhat is organic synthesis? | Chemistry Olympiad explainers
Use this explainer to help familiarise students with organic synthesis, including carbonyl chemistry, as part of their preparation for the Chemistry Olympiad.
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ResourceMonitoring local air pollution levels | 14–18 years
Research and evaluate real data showing current and historical levels of the atmospheric pollutant nitrogen dioxide in your local area. Age range 14–16, with extension questions for 16–18
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IdeasSlot sustainable energy into your teaching
Useful tips and activities to link UN sustainable development goal 7 to your lessons on energy, hydrogen, sustainability and esterification
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SoundbitePolymer chemistry is printing noses
Learn more about a novel application of polymer chemistry to help reconstruct the faces of skin cancer patients