All Resource articles – Page 18
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ResourceEnergy and change
Energy changes are very important in chemistry since almost all reactions involve a change in energy. You will meet different types of energy changes and find out how to use them in energy cycles.
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ResourceMaths skills
Chemists need a good understanding of basic mathematical concepts including numerical calculations, algebraic functions and data handling skills in order to succeed in chemistry.
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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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ResourceElements, compounds, structure and reactions
The inspirational chemistry chapter elements compounds structure and reactions this chapter suggests games and activities which can be used to introduce the topic also the chapter provides possible worksheets experiments and demonstrations for teaching the topics of metals and metal extraction alloys electrolysis and cracking hydrocarbons
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ResourceInsulation investigation
Which material makes the warmest jacket? Investigate the insulating properties of various materials with this activity for ages 7–14
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ResourceAssess and improve students’ ability to use standard form
Help your students apply standard form in chemical equations
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ResourceReducing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere | 14–16 years
A research and debate activity investigating how scientists are working to reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
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ResourceReactivity and displacement reactions
Consolidate students’ understanding with these engaging activities
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ResourceRecharge your batteries | 14–16 years
Find out how lithium-ion batteries work, and the issues surrounding their manufacture and disposal
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ResourceModelling answers to GCSE six-mark questions
Strategies to demonstrate to students how to answer these questions efficiently
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ResourceHave a cheesy time
Introduce enzymes with this practical activity making cheese and yoghurt
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ResourceFrozen in time: hands-on evidence
Ask students to plan experiments, record data and draw conclusions in this practical activity
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ResourceAssessing the life cycle of fashion | 14–16 years
Examine the environmental impact of our clothing with these resources
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ResourceDeveloping a theory about reactions of acids
In this practical activity, students will monitor reactions of acids and develop a theory to explain their observations
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ResourceThe chemistry of chemical weapons
In this activity you will look at the chemistry behind a number of chemical weapons that have been employed throughout history