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Fire and Flame: Part 3

A series of short video clips of explosive and exciting chemical reactions, taken from a lecture called “Fire and Flame” by Dr. Peter Wothers at the University of Cambridge. Video: Fire and Flame: 25 - Pure Propane in Air Video: Fire and Flame: ...
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Fire and Flame: Part 4

A series of short video clips of explosive and exciting chemical reactions, taken from a lecture called “Fire and Flame” by Dr. Peter Wothers at the University of Cambridge. Video: Fire and Flame: 37 - Extinguishing Fire with Carbon Dioxide Video: Fire and Flame: ...
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Fire and Flame: Part 1

A series of short video clips of explosive and exciting chemical reactions, taken from a lecture called “Fire and Flame” by Dr. Peter Wothers at the University of Cambridge. Video: Fire and Flame: 01 - Introduction Video: Fire and Flame: 02 - What ...
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The alkali metals videos: part 2

More short, fun videos exploring the chemistry of the alkali metals
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On This Day - Feb 05 : Lafayette Mendel was born

Mendel is best known for his work on nutrition. He studied the toxin ricin from the castor oil plant with Thomas B. Osborne, and discovered vitamins A and B.
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Faces of Chemistry – stories from the bio-based industries

In association with EuropaBio

Through a collection of short films, watch the story of how biobased innovation is contributing to a more sustainable, competitive and prosperous Europe.
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Titanium Dioxide Photocatalysis: A New Kind of Water Treatment

In association with The Wolfson Foundation

Part of a series of resources investigating how using titanium dioxide as a photocatalyst can help to create cleaner water using sunlight.
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Titanium Dioxide Photocatalysis: Uses of Titanium Dioxide

In association with The Wolfson Foundation

Part of a series of resources investigating how using titanium dioxide as a photocatalyst can help to create cleaner water using sunlight.
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Safety at Work

Scientific work uses many hazardous materials or processes. However there are very few accidents due to the risk assessments used to control these hazards. This module investigates how safe working is encouraged in industrial laboratories. Courtesy of the ABPI.
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Laboratory and Pilot Plant Tours

Take a virtual tour of the areas where chemists work. The chemistry laboratories do initial research and the pilot plant is involved in making pharmaceutical products on a large scale. Key equipment and activities are highlighted. Courtesy of the ABPI.
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Fatty acids in food supplements

A resource involving the investigation of the chemical composition of some food supplements that contain omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.
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Which fuel is better? | 11-16 years

Find out more about combustion rates, and how to use different fuels to boil water in a pinch. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Which bleach is the best buy?

Which bleach is best? By investigating this question, learners will discover more about redox reactions. Includes kit list and safety instruction.
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The 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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The cooking an egg using least energy challenge

Science and food come together in this experiment to explore energy and insulation. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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The heavy lift cup challenge

Use household items to discover how to lift heavy objects with a carbon dioxide reaction. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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The duck pond problem

Learn more about how humans can affect the environment, and how chemistry can be used to help it in this practical. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Technician in trouble! What solutions are which?

Investigate different chemical solutions with this experiment that explore reactions of acids and alkalis, as well as neutralisation. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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‘Recycle shipwrecked cargo’ demands group

Recycle, reuse and rediscover with this shipwreck themed experiment. Includes kit list and safety instructions.
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Research division, Standish Chemical Company

Explore reaction rates in this practical that allows learners to consider how chemistry works in the wider world. Includes kit list and safety instructions.