All Problem solving articles – Page 9
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ResourceOdd one out
This activity is fairly synoptic in nature and should encourage a rapid consideration of the range of concepts met in chemistry taught to ages 11–13.
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ResourceBoiling point
This activity is designed to help students develop their critical thinking (evaluative) skills. They are presented with a surprising measurement for the boiling point of water and several suggestions as to why it might be. The main task is to evaluate the different suggestions.
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ResourceThe fluorofen problem
The exercises in this book can be used to address aspects of communication skills, or can be run as a complete module. This section focuses on team work.
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ResourceA chemically powered boat - a bubble race
An activity worthy of classroom competition, create junk boats, powered by chemistry and sail into learning. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourceWarning device
Create a warning system from junk items, and the reaction between citric acid and bicarbonate of soda. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourceTest the gas
Test or carbon dioxide in this tricky experiment that will make learners consider their scientific skills. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourceAn elementary problem
Pick the correct chemical process, for the correct day, and figure out when your chemical companies deliver.
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ResourceThe ups and downs of chemistry
Encourage learners to explore solubility and density in this experiment. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ResourceQuick jelly
Discover how the rate of reaction within gelatine can change how quickly jelly will set. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Lesson planDetermining the structure of compounds | 16–18 years
Examine data relating to the structure and complexity of compounds, including mass, infrared and 1H NMR spectra