• Factors Affecting Rate of Reaction

Making Reactions Faster: Factors Affecting Rates of Reaction

February 17th, 2016|

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How different factors can affect how quickly a reaction happens is a common topic in the chemistry curriculum. This graphic serves as a convenient summary for teachers and students alike of what these different factors are, and how and why they affect the rate of a reaction. However, it’s not only of interest to those teaching or learning about chemistry; as we’ll see, knowledge of these factors can have some everyday applications too!

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  • 16-02-14 This Week in Chemistry

This Week in Chemistry – A ‘Chameleon’ Skin, & Tianjin Explosion Explained

February 14th, 2016|

Here’s the weekly summary of both new chemistry research and studies that have been in the news. This week features colour-shifting nanostructures bringing us a step closer to adaptive camouflage, the findings of the investigation into the explosion at a warehouse in Tianjin, China, last year, and more. As always, links to further articles and original research papers are provided below, as well as further studies of interest not included in the graphic.

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  • Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 14th, 2016|

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Happy Valentine’s Day! Here’s a brief look at some of the many chemicals involved in the feeling of love. For more on neurotransmitters in general, there’s also this post. Download link for this graphic below, along with links to some extra reading on the topic!

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  • The Chemistry of a Camembert

The Chemistry of Camembert

February 10th, 2016|

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The creaminess of camembert is bested by few other cheeses – but it also has a strong smell to rival blue cheeses that reminds you of its presence in your fridge! Additionally, unlike many other cheeses, as it’s left for longer its insides start to become more gooey. Here we take a look at some camembert chemistry, and try to uncover the chemical reasons behind the cheese’s unusual characteristics.

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  • 16-02-07 This Week in Chemistry

This Week in Chemistry – Preventing Statue Weathering, & Hydrogen Fusion Progress

February 7th, 2016|

Here’s the weekly summary of both new chemistry research and studies that have been in the news. This week features how an oxamate salt could help protect marble from weathering and acid rain, a new hydrogen plasma record, and more. As always, links to further articles and original research papers are provided below, as well as further studies of interest not included in the graphic.

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  • Teflon: Its History & How it Works

Chemistry History: Teflon & Non-Stick Pans

February 4th, 2016|

On this day in 1941, Teflon, the polymer commonly found in non-stick pans, was patented. Its discovery actually occurred a few years previously – here’s a quick look at the story behind it, as well as the science behind its non-stick effect.

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