All Properties of matter articles – Page 4
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ExperimentHow to make butter
Make science delicious with this experiment on how to make butter! Explore how fat molecules bind, and emulsions are created.
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ResourceProperties of metals and non-metals
Challenge the misconception that metals and non-metals are completely opposite in their properties with this activity
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CPDHow to teach non-metals
Showcasing samples and gas tests are imperative when introducing non-metal elements to students
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IdeasEscape the classroom: advanced challenges for older students
Six more puzzles to challenge and enthuse your students
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SoundbiteWhy smoke particles turned the sky red
Nina Notman explains why forest fires in Indonesia made the sky look red
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IdeasGif me your best teaching ideas
Making videos of microscale experiments is easy and draws students’ attention to key concepts
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ResourceTrends in the periodic table starters | 16–18
A great Starter for ten activity to engage your students with trends in the periodic table by focusing on group 2, group 3 and group 7.
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ResourceBonding starters | 16-18
Starter for ten quizzes that focus on bonding topics like the nature of chemical bonds, covalent bonding and properties and bonding.
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IdeasThey’ll learn more with bar models
Simplify the maths in science with this pictorial approach – and improve understanding
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CPDStates of matter and particle theory
Progressing from macroscopic to the microscopic world of the particle
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ExperimentPrecipitation reactions of lead nitrate
Compare the colours of various lead compounds to identify which would be good pigments in this microscale practical. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentSome reactions of sulfur dioxide
Observe the reactions of sulfur dioxide with potassium manganate (IV), iodide/iodate mixture and indicator solution. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentMicroscale reactions of ammonia
Try this practical to explore the reactions of ammonia with indicator solution, copper(II) sulfate solution and Nessler’s reagent. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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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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ExperimentThe chemical properties of phenol
Observe and interpret some of the chemical reactions of hydroxybenzene (phenol), by adding five different substances to a Petri dish, and noting down findings. 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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ExperimentOxidation states of iron
Compare the two main oxidation states of iron and consider explanations for differences in this microscale practical. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentProperties of group 2 elements
Microscale experiment where various anion solutions are added to drops of group 2 element cations. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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ExperimentSulfate and carbonate solubility of Groups 1 and 2
Try this microscale practical to explore the properties of elements in Groups 1 and 2 as they form various precipitates. Includes kit list and safety instructions.