Investigate how much copper there is in brass (an alloy of copper and zinc) by dissolving the brass in nitric acid and comparing the colour of the solution with that of solutions of various concentrations of copper
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Could stainless magnesium replace aluminium in cars and aeroplanes? This calcium–magnesium alloy has implications for carbon emissions
Use the impressive reaction of pyrophoric silanes in air to explore a range of chemistry topics with your students
Forget bags and straws. Disposable period products are a much great contributor to the amount of plastic littering our environment
Use this lesson plan to structure a lesson on the carbon cycle at 11–14
Students take on the role of a carbon atom as it cycles through the Earth to better understand the carbon cycle
Take this approach to practical work to ensure students are learning, not just doing
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