All Reactions and synthesis articles – Page 18

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Just Add Water: Part 2

A series of fun, engaging, short chemistry demonstrations about water, taken from a lecture by Dr. Peter Wothers of the University of Cambridge. Video: Just Add Water: 11 - Carbohydrates Video: Just Add Water: 12 - Dehydrating Sugar Video: Just ...
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Models contend iodine double bonds

2014-09-10T00:00:00Z

Theoretical studies replace double bonds with dative in hypervalent iodine compounds
Exhibition chemistry
Dancing flames

2014-09-09T00:00:00Z

An experiment with an eerie green flame which really provides a wow factor
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Thermodynamic calculations and sherbet lemons | Chemistry Olympiad worked answers

In association with The Wolfson Foundation

Try this worked example of a Chemistry Olympiad question, investigating properties of ingredients in sherbet lemons. Includes video walkthrough and transcript.
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Chemistry of fireworks

Reverend Ron Lancaster MBE showcases how chemistry is involved in making fireworks with some fantastic demonstrations. Warning: These demonstrations have been tailored for this lecture. If you are to perform similar experiments in your laboratory, please make sure you carry out a full risk assessment. Video: Chemistry of ...
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Free Range Chemistry: Part 4

Short videos of exciting demonstrations of the chemistry of everyday materials, taken from a lecture by Peter Wothers at the University of Cambridge. Video: Free Range Chemistry: 32 - Saltpetre (Potassium Nitrate) Video: Free Range Chemistry: 33 - Saltpetre and Paper ...
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Free Range Chemistry: Part 1

Short videos of exciting demonstrations of the chemistry of everyday materials, taken from a lecture by Peter Wothers at the University of Cambridge. Video: Free Range Chemistry: 01 - Everything is Chemical Video: Free Range Chemistry: 02 - Coffee - Delicious Chemicals ...
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Free Range Chemistry: Part 2

Short videos of exciting demonstrations of the chemistry of everyday materials, taken from a lecture by Peter Wothers at the University of Cambridge. Video: Free Range Chemistry: 13 - Making Ammonia Video: Free Range Chemistry: 14 - First Sources of Ammonia ...
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Free Range Chemistry: Part 3

Short videos of exciting demonstrations of the chemistry of everyday materials, taken from a lecture by Peter Wothers at the University of Cambridge. Video: Free Range Chemistry: 24 - Limestone Video: Free Range Chemistry: 25 - Shells Video: Free Range ...
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Writing ‘explosive’ equations | Chemistry Olympiad worked answers

In association with The Wolfson Foundation

Practise writing equations in the context of explosives in this worked example of a Chemistry Olympiad question. Includes video walkthrough and transcript.
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Enthalpy and the chemistry of matches | Chemistry Olympiad worked answers

In association with The Wolfson Foundation

Try this worked example of a Chemistry Olympiad question on enthalpy change and the chemistry behind matches. Includes video walkthrough and transcript.
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Organic synthesis and ambergris substitutes | Chemistry Olympiad worked answers

In association with The Wolfson Foundation

Delve into the synthesis of Ambrox®, a substitute for ambergris in perfume, with this Chemistry Olympiad worked example question. Includes video walkthrough and transcript.
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Titration and phosphates in the environment | Chemistry Olympiad worked answers

In association with The Wolfson Foundation

Have a go at a worked example of a Chemistry Olympiad question on the use of titration to determine phosphate levels. Includes video walkthrough and transcript.
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NBC Learn: Chemistry Now

This resource includes both videos and worksheets. The website makes links to everyday contexts in which chemistry is important. This material would provide enrichment to lessons using contemporary chemical examples.
Exhibition chemistry
Beyond the ‘blue bottle’

2014-05-06T00:00:00Z

Using indigo carmine to produce a range of stunning colours
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Polymers

Understanding the formation and properties of polymers gives an insight into how they are used in everyday life. The chemistry involved is varied and links together many aspects of the subject including an introduction to organic chemistry, ions, structure and bonding. The activities that include both practicals and questions help ...
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Equilibria

This programme is designed to develop students understanding through basic concepts such as reversible and irreversible reaction, looking at both physical and chemical changes, to dynamic equilibria and factors that affect equilibria. Working through the activities will also develop thinking and research skills.
Exhibition chemistry
Cannon fire

2014-03-06T00:00:00Z

Declan Fleming shows you how to capture your students’ imaginations with spectacular demonstrations
Exhibition chemistry
Tanio’r canon

2014-03-06T00:00:00Z

Mae Declan Fleming yn dangos i chi sut i danio dychymyg eich myfyrwyr gydag arddangosiadau trawiadol
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Terpenes: not just for Christmas

2014-01-07T00:00:00Z

The chemicals that give Christmas trees their pine fresh smell could be at the centre of a chemical revolution, as Josh Howgego explains