Follow this step-by-step guide to using ratio tables to deepen all of your learners' conceptual and mathematical ...

Crude oil is a mixture of many different compounds. It mainly consists of hydrocarbons – molecules made only of carbon and hydrogen atoms. Hydrocarbons have different uses depending on their ...

Test a range of common ingredients to see which ones stabilise an oil and water emulsion in this class practical A mixture of oil and water usually separates quickly, but a range of substances act as ...

Carry out this practical and use the follow-up questions to explore an important fermentation reaction Add some fresh context to this classic experiment with Is fermented food and drink good for us?

Tackle teaching challenges in chemistry. Get to know and share knowledge with your fellow chemistry teachers and technicians. Develop your leadership skills and strengthen your local network. If you ...

Algebra often crops up in chemistry curriculums. Use this worksheet to tackle some of the troublesome techniques your students may be using and allow them to practise their algebra skills. Starting ...

Find out how your learners can take part in this valuable experience that goes beyond purely academic pursuits The UK Chemistry Olympiad gives aspiring young chemists a chance to explore chemistry ...

Butter and margarine are both solidified emulsions of fats in water; butter is produced from milk, and margarine is produced from vegetable oil. But the science and the history of these two spreads ...

Get the Welsh language version. Get the Irish language version. This experiment focuses on freezing different liquids. First watch the video of the ‘intriguing ice’ demonstration, then find out how ...

The ancient Greeks recognised that fire doesn’t have the same physical properties as earth, air or water, but do we know much more these days? Let’s look at the thorny question – what exactly is fire?

Following integrated instructions, learners will observe the electrolysis of copper chloride. Read our article How to teach extraction of metals for more support and ideas for teaching this topic.