All Physical chemistry articles – Page 2
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Exhibition chemistryAn icebreaker for thermodynamics
Your students can learn a lot of chemistry from watching water freeze
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ExperimentMeasuring density
By measuring the relative mass of seawater and tap water, students will be able to discover the density of these liquids. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentMass changes in chemical reactions
Perform two chemical reactions to see whether any mass changes occur in this microscale class practical. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentDiffusion of gases on a microscale
Try this class practical to explore the diffusion of gases and how relative molecular mass affects rate of diffusion. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentElectrolysis using a microscale Hoffman apparatus
Investigate the electrolysis of sodium sulfate solution using a microscale Hoffman apparatus in this class practical. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentThe temperature changes induced by evaporation
Explore the rate of evaporation for a trio of liquids, using just a temperature strip, and our worksheet. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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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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ResourceThe structure of ice and water
A worksheet exploring the structural differences between the solid and liquid versions of this most ubiquitous compound.
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ResourceBy how much does salt increase the boiling point of water?
This resource explores why salt is always added to the water when cooking.
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ResourceAnecdotes: Thomsons - Discoverers of the electron
The discovery of the electron and the diffraction of an electron beam.
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ResourceThe life of water
Get hands on with H2O, changing states of matter and the water cycle. These experiments and investigations involve water in the context of space
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ResourceMeasure enthalpy changes
Probe your students’ understanding of this fundamental concept and reflect on your demonstrations with our practical tips
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ExperimentThe effect of temperature on solubility
Hot or cold, which water is better for soluble substances? Explore your finding from this practical into the effect of temperature on solubility. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentParticles in motion?
Explore the movement of gas particles in this practical but reacting calcium carbonate with hydrochloric acid. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentThe effect of temperature on reaction rate
Discover more about collision theory in this practical, where a sodium thiosulfate and hydrochloric acid mixture produce an interesting reaction. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentThe effect of concentration and temperature on reaction rate
Reaction rate can be altered by many things, in this practical students explore how temperature and concentration effect reaction in an closer look at kinetics. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentMaking a reaction tube
Guide students through this practical to create a reaction tube. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentRubber band experiment
A rubber band, a hairdryer, and a curious mind will see students discover the principles of heat based reactions. Includes kit list and safety instruction.
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ExperimentChemistry and electricity
Create coloured writing from acids, alkali, and salt solution, all activated through electrolysis.
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ExperimentA Cartesian diver
An old favourite experiment, the Cartesian diver is easy for students to complete. Explore important ideas that build a foundation of knowledge.