Atoms and nanochemistry

In this set of activities, students develop their understanding of a variety of key concepts relating to chemistry at an atomic level. Designed for 11–16 year olds, the resources draw on a range of stimulating contexts and feature practical experiments and demonstrations, model-building, presentations and other activities. Inspire your students while exploring:

• The size and scale of atoms
• How imaging techniques like the scanning tunnelling microscope allow us to ‘see’ and manipulate atoms
• The structure and properties of carbon nanotubes
• Applications of nanochemistry

Each activity includes instructions for students, as well as editable worksheets and resources available for download.