All Resource articles – Page 21
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ResourceUltraviolet–visible (UV-vis) spectroscopy
Learn how UV-visible radiation can be used to shed light on chemical identification and how our senses percept colour. From the theory behind molecular orbitals and electronic transitions to the application of this technique with relatable examples. Includes examples and interactive simulations to aid understanding.
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ResourceMass spectrometry (MS)
Mass spectrometry is a powerful technique in the modern analytic laboratory. Learn the fundamental theory behind the operation of a mass spectrometer.
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ResourceNuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
Discover how nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy works, with this series of topics breaking down the fundamental theory. Covering the electronic environment of atoms right up to demonstrating the practical identification of molecules. Includes examples and interactive simulations to aid understanding.
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ResourceStarters for 10: Advanced level 1 (16–18)
This chapter in our Starters for ten series covers quantitative chemistry, atomic structure, bonding, trends in the periodic table, organic chemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibria, redox, analysis and experimental skills.
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ResourceSmartphone spectrometer
Make your own spectrometer with a DVD and a smartphone camera. This resource includes teacher, technician, and student guides.
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ResourceScience concept cartoons: exothermic and endothermic reactions
Spark discussion and stimulate thinking about exothermic and endothermic reactions in a way that encourages pupils to share their ideas.
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ResourceJournal articles made easy: Water oxidation
This article looks at photocatalytic water oxidation and producing an artificial water photooxidation system, including how this could be used to generate renewable energy. It will help you understand the research the journal article is based on, and how to read and understand journal articles. The research article was ...
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ResourceWales national curriculum guide: key stage 2 science
Use this document when planning schemes of work or when looking for resources that are related to specific national curriculum statements.
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ResourceEngland national curriculum guide: key stage 2 science
A linking document for primary science teachers in England, which maps Royal Society of Chemistry resources to statements from the key stage 2 science sampling framework, which aligns with the national curriculum science programmes of study.
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ResourceReflux with addition
A reactant is added to the refluxing reaction mixture in a controlled way via an addition funnel. This can be done to prevent exothermic reactions getting out of control. Video: Reflux with addition video
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ResourceScience concept cartoons: what holds atoms together?
Spark discussion and stimulate thinking about what holds atoms together in a way that encourages pupils to share their ideas.
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ResourceAsparagus pee
A video explaining that asparagus should be cooked in butter rather than water because the molecules responsible for its flavour are water-soluble, and a worksheet about the molecules responsible for ‘asparagus pee’.
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ResourceOn This Day – Sep 30 : Discovery of oxygen
Unfortunately the letter from the Swedish chemist was never acknowledged and Joseph Priestley published the discovery first. Scheele was trounced in the announcement of other discoveries as well. For this reason, Isaac Asimov nicknamed him “hard-luck Scheele”.
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ResourceApparatus and techniques for microscale chemistry
Find out what apparatus you need for common microscale experiments, learn about key techniques and discover how to prepare solutions of different elements.
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ResourceChemistry and Sport - Swimming
Support learners to understand the role of chemistry in swimming this upcoming Olympic season
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ResourceFinding out how much salt there is in seawater
Use the microscale titration apparatus to titrate silver nitrate solution against sea water
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ResourceMeasuring an equilibrium constant on a microscale
Use your microscale titration apparatus to determine the equilibrium constant for the reaction between silver(I) and iron(II) ions
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ResourceTransition elements and complex compounds microscale experiment | 16–18 years
Try this microscale practical investigating the transition elements, complex formation and change in oxidation state. Includes kit list and safety instructions
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ResourceStarters for 10: Transition skills (16–18)
This important chapter in our Starters for ten series covers: chemistry competencies, mathematical competencies, and practical competencies. Helping embed the skills required for the transition to advanced level courses.