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A Chemistry Minute: Recognizing Chemistry in Our Daily Lives Dianne J. Luning Prak and Christine L. Copper
Students in first- and second-semester general chemistry increase their awareness of the relevance of the subject to their daily lives by making a two-minute presentation on a chemistry-related topic. This exercise gives students an opportunity to think about chemistry taking place around them and can provide new applications for instructors to use in future classes.
Luning Prak, Dianne J.; Copper, Christine L. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1368.
Applications of Chemistry |
Nonmajor Courses |
Student-Centered Learning
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Modern Sport and Chemistry: What a Golf Fanatic Should Know Scott E. McKay, Timothy Robbins, and Renée S. Cole
This paper focuses on golf and examines some of the structures and properties of materials that have led to significant changes in the skills required to excel at the highest levels of the game.
McKay, Scott E.; Robbins, Timothy; Cole, Renée S. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1319.
Consumer Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Materials Science
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High Performance Chemistry: Scientists in the Fast Lane Timothy Ruppel and Joseph Turpin
The scientists involved with open wheel automobile racing range from physicians to chemists to physicists to engineers who are usually classically trained but perform their activities in an atypical fashion. This article discusses Indy cars, fuel and oil testing, the challenges that drivers face, and safety measures.
Ruppel, Timothy; Turpin, Joseph. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1316.
Applications of Chemistry
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Prussian Blue: Artists' Pigment and Chemists' Sponge Mike Ware
The variable composition of Prussian blue tantalized chemists until investigations by X-ray crystallography in the late 20th century explained its many properties and uses.
Ware, Mike. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 612.
Applications of Chemistry |
Coordination Compounds |
Dyes / Pigments |
Electrochemistry |
Oxidation / Reduction |
Photochemistry |
Toxicology
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Colorful Lather Printing Susan A. S. Hershberger, Matt Nance, Arlyne M. Sarquis, and Lynn M. Hogue
Students explore the chemistry of polar and nonpolar substances and surfactants while marbling paper with shaving cream and food coloring.
Hershberger, Susan A. S.; Nance, Matt; Sarquis, Arlyne M.; Hogue, Lynn M. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 608A.
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Noncovalent Interactions |
Physical Properties |
Surface Science |
Water / Water Chemistry
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Teaching Science in Art Erich S. Uffelman
Describes two linked, interdisciplinary courses examining conservation science and the history of 17th-century Dutch painting. Strengths and limitations of the approaches taken are discussed and key resources cited.
Uffelman, Erich S. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 1617.
Applications of Chemistry |
Dyes / Pigments |
Instrumental Methods |
Lasers |
Mass Spectrometry |
Spectroscopy
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Cooking Up Colors from Plants, Fabric, and Metal Jennifer E. Mihalick and Kathleen M. Donnelly
Students dye fabric squares with two plant dyes, aqueous extracts of tea leaves and of marigold flowers, and investigate how the addition of iron to a dye bath affects the resulting color and fastness and observe that the type of fabric affects the results.
Mihalick, Jennifer E.; Donnelly, Kathleen M. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 96A.
Applications of Chemistry |
Dyes / Pigments
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Mustard Gas: Its Pre-World War I History Ronald J. Duchovic and Joel A. Vilensky
A review of the history of the synthesis of mustard gas by 19th century European chemists highlights the increasing sophistication of the chemical sciences during this time.
Duchovic, Ronald J.; Vilensky, Joel A. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 944.
Applications of Chemistry |
Atomic Properties / Structure |
Toxicology
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Using Scanning Electron Microscopy with Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy To Analyze Archaeological Materials Adam D. Hill, Ann H. Lehman, and Maria L. Parr
In a course linking chemistry and archaeology, students analyze artifacts with a scanning electron microscope coupled with energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy to discover the relationship between materials and the culture that produced them.
Hill, Adam D.; Lehman, Ann H.; Parr, Maria L. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 810.
Applications of Chemistry |
Nonmajor Courses |
Spectroscopy
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Chemical Nanotechnology: A Liberal Arts Approach to a Basic Course in Emerging Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Lon A. Porter, Jr.
This course focuses on the basic science behind the major research initiatives in nanotechnology, while revisiting the origins of the field and spotlighting current advances. Students are also challenged to consider the political, economical, environmental, and ethical concerns relating to nanotechnology and its potential impact on modern society.
Porter, Lon A., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 259.
Applications of Chemistry |
Materials Science |
Nanotechnology |
Nonmajor Courses |
Surface Science
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Using Metals To Change the Colors of Natural Dyes Jennifer E. Mihalick and Kathleen M. Donnelly
Metal salts (mordants) are used to produce different colors in fabrics dyed with tea leaves or marigold flowers. This experiment is especially suitable for nonscience majors and can be used to introduce polymers.
Mihalick, Jennifer E.; Donnelly, Kathleen M. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1550.
Applications of Chemistry |
Dyes / Pigments |
Transition Elements
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Polymers: Cornerstones of Construction John P. Droske and Charles E. Carraher, Jr.
This report summarizes the application of natural and synthetic polymers as building materials.
Droske, John P.; Carraher, Charles E., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1428.
Materials Science |
Applications of Chemistry
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Molecular Handshake: Recognition through Weak Noncovalent Interactions Parvathi S. Murthy
This article traces the development of our thinking about molecular recognition through noncovalent interactions, highlights their salient features, and suggests ways for comprehensive education on this important concept.
Murthy, Parvathi S. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1010.
Applications of Chemistry |
Biosignaling |
Membranes |
Molecular Recognition |
Noncovalent Interactions |
Chromatography |
Molecular Properties / Structure |
Polymerization |
Reactions
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Making the Most of a One-Semester General, Organic, Biochemistry Course: A Novel Integrated Curriculum Laura DeLong Frost, S. Todd Deal, and Patricia B. Humphrey
A one-semester, general, organic, and biochemistry course is revised from a standard "follow the textbook" curriculum to an integrated curriculum, which focuses on presenting foundational concepts (general and organic chemistry) in the context of biomolecules and biochemistry and moving the majority of the computational aspects of the course to the laboratory.
Frost, Laura DeLong; Deal, S. Todd; Humphrey, Patricia B. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 893.
Applications of Chemistry |
Nonmajor Courses
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The Great Wakonse Earthquake of 2003: A Short, Problem-Based Introduction to the Titration Concept Brian P. Coppola, Amy C. Gottfried, Robyn L. Gdula, Alan L. Kiste, and Nathan W. Ockwig
This activity introduces nonscience adult learners to the concept of titration from real-world instructions about earthquake water safety found in a California phone book.
Coppola, Brian P.; Gottfried, Amy C.; Gdula, Robyn L.; Kiste, Alan L.; Ockwig, Nathan W. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 600.
Acids / Bases |
Applications of Chemistry |
Aqueous Solution Chemistry |
Qualitative Analysis |
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Water / Water Chemistry
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An Introduction to Polymer Processing, Morphology, and Property Relationships through Thermal Analysis of Plastic PET Bottles. Exercises Designed to Introduce Students to Polymer Physical Properties H. Darrell Iler, Eric Rutt, and Seth Althoff
Through thermal analyses of poly(ethylene terephthlate) (PET) bottles, students are introduced to the relationships between processing, morphology, and physical properties of polymer materials.
Iler, H. Darrell; Rutt, Eric; Althoff, Seth. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 439.
Applications of Chemistry |
Heat Capacity |
Instrumental Methods |
Materials Science |
Thermal Analysis
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An Interactive Environmental Science Course for Education Science Majors Suzanne K. Lunsford and William Slattery
Describes an interactive environmental modular science course for education science majors preparing to become teachers at the primary and secondary levels. The purpose of the course is to give students experience in inquiry, gathering data, the evaluation of data to understand scientific theory, and the application of inquiry, hands-on methods in the classroom.
Lunsford, Suzanne K.; Slattery, William. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 233.
Applications of Chemistry |
Geochemistry |
Nonmajor Courses |
Water / Water Chemistry |
Student-Centered Learning |
Standards National / State
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Moving Chemistry Education into 3D: A Tetrahedral Metaphor for Understanding Chemistry. Union Carbide Award for Chemical Education Peter Mahaffy
Proposes a new conceptual metaphor to enrich our description of chemistry education and support the many existing efforts to help students make connections with the chemistry found in textbooks.
Mahaffy, Peter. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 49.
Applications of Chemistry |
Atmospheric Chemistry |
Learning Theories |
Nonmajor Courses |
Student-Centered Learning
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Making Usable, Quality Opaque or Transparent Soap Suzanne T. Mabrouk
First-year and organic chemistry students will learn the chemistry of soap by making some of the eleven described formulations, which produce usable, quality bars of soap. Opaque and transparent soaps are made in two and three hours, respectively. With an introduction to formulation chemistry, organic chemistry students can devise a formulation to synthesize their own opaque soap. Many of the formulations use commonly-available fats and oils, while some formulations incorporate specialty fats and oils for therapeutic purposes, for example, to relieve dry skin or itching.
Mabrouk, Suzanne T. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1534.
Colloids |
Consumer Chemistry |
Lipids |
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry |
Esters
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Telling the Stories of Chemistry Trevor M. Kitson
This article describes the author's long-established practice of including in every chemistry lecture an "interest interlude"a few minutes of discussion about some fascinating, amazing, or amusing aspect of chemistry. Students report that this significantly enhances their enjoyment of lectures and appreciation of chemistry.
Kitson, Trevor M. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1504.
Learning Theories |
Professional Development |
Applications of Chemistry |
Enrichment / Review Materials
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Napoleon's Buttons: Teaching the Role of Chemistry in History Cindy Samet and Pamela J. Higgins
This unique approach to the introductory chemistry course encourages students to think about how an individual molecule can shape historical events and how these events can, in turn, have an impact on the field of chemistry.
Samet, Cindy; Higgins, Pamela J. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1496.
Enrichment / Review Materials |
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry |
Student-Centered Learning
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Chemistry of Moth Repellents Gabriel Pinto
A real-life example consisting of the study of the different substances used as moth repellents is presented to introduce students to miscellaneous topics such as sublimation, intermolecular forces, insecticides, and the effect of moths on clothes. A set of questions about the most common moth repellents, well known to students, is used to motivate them to understand several everday phenomena through chemistry concepts.
Pinto, Gabriel. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1321.
Noncovalent Interactions |
Applications of Chemistry |
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams |
Solids |
Physical Properties |
Consumer Chemistry
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Caveman Chemistry: 28 Projects, from the Creation of Fire to the Production of Plastics (Kevin M. Dunn) Michael S. Matthews
In Caveman Chemistry, Kevin Dunn presents a historically oriented hands-on introduction to chemistry and chemical technology that is tremendously entertaining.
Matthews, Michael S. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 490.
Stoichiometry |
Oxidation / Reduction |
Applications of Chemistry |
Nomenclature / Units / Symbols |
Natural Products |
Nonmajor Courses
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Chemistry Perfumes Your Daily Life Anne-Dominique Fortineau
This article gives a brief history of perfumery.
Fortineau, Anne-Dominique. J. Chem. Educ. 2004, 81, 45.
Consumer Chemistry |
Natural Products |
Applications of Chemistry |
Molecular Properties / Structure
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Some History of Nitrates Dennis W. Barnum
The history of saltpeter is an interesting combination of chemistry, world trade, technology, politics, and warfare.
Barnum, Dennis W. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1393.
Consumer Chemistry |
Geochemistry |
Agricultural Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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National Chemistry Week 2003: Earth's Atmosphere and Beyond. JCE Resources for Chemistry and the Atmosphere Erica K. Jacobsen
This annotated bibliography collects the best that past issues of the Journal of Chemical Education have to offer for use with this year's National Chemistry Week theme: Earth's Atmosphere and Beyond. Each article has been characterized as a demonstration, experiment, activity, informational, or software/video item.
Jacobsen, Erica K. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1106.
Atmospheric Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Uncle Tungsten Martin E. Fuller
Design for an iodine thermometer, demonstrating sublimation of iodine.
Fuller, Martin E. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 878.
Main-Group Elements |
Phases / Phase Transitions / Diagrams |
Applications of Chemistry
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Sailing on the "C": A Vitamin Titration with a Twist S. Sowa and A. E. Kondo
Guided inquiry experiment where students determine what measurements they need, design and carry out their own procedures, develop their own data and analyses, and make conclusions based on their results.
Sowa, S.; Kondo, A. E. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 550.
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Qualitative Analysis |
Oxidation / Reduction |
Applications of Chemistry
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The Chemistry of Fragrances: A Group Exercise for Chemistry Students Roger Duprey, Charles S. Sell, and Nigel D. Lowe
Description of the Fragrance structured learning package (SLP), developed by the Department of Chemistry at the University of York to illustrate the roles of professional chemists in industrial organizations.
Duprey, Roger; Sell, Charles S.; Lowe, Nigel D. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 513.
Consumer Chemistry |
Industrial Chemistry |
Synthesis |
Student / Career Counseling |
Applications of Chemistry
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Teaching Chemistry Using From the Earth to the Moon James G. Goll and Stacie L. Mundinger
Teaching chemistry using From the Earth to the Moon (an HBO original movie series).
Goll, James G.; Mundinger, Stacie L. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 292.
Electrochemistry |
Chemometrics |
Reactions |
Mechanisms of Reactions |
Applications of Chemistry
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News from Online: Cleaning Up–Soap, Detergent, and More Carolyn Sweeney Judd
Large sampling of Web sites related to shampoos, laundry detergents, soap additives, and cleaning stains.
Judd, Carolyn Sweeney. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1179.
Consumer Chemistry |
Surface Science |
Applications of Chemistry
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Brushing Up on Chemistry Ashley Trantow
Students make their own toothpaste and use various tests to compare its properties with those of commercial toothpaste.
Trantow, Ashley. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 1168A.
Consumer Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Modern Sport and Chemistry: What a Chemically Aware Sports Fanatic Should Know Guinevere A. Giffin, Steven R. Boone, Renée S. Cole, Scott E. McKay, and Robert Kopitzke
Summary of the chemistry of a variety of sports and athletics; topics include golf, football, tennis, and hockey, as well as sports medicine, performance-enhancing drugs, sports supplements and drinks, and the couch potato.
Giffin, Guinevere A.; Boone, Steven R.; Cole, Renée S.; McKay, Scott E.; Kopitzke, Robert. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 813.
Consumer Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Molecular Properties / Structure
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Drugs and the Human Body: With Implications for Society, 6th Edition
by Ken Liska David J. A. Schedler
Facts about drug sources, history, action in the body, side effects, interactions, tolerance, abuse potential, dosage, dependency, delivery systems, and alternatives to drug use.
Schedler, David J. A. J. Chem. Educ. 2002, 79, 805.
Drugs / Pharmaceuticals |
Medicinal Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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A Discovery-Based Experiment Illustrating How Iron Metal Is Used to Remediate Contaminated Groundwater Barbara A. Balko and Paul G. Tratnyek
Procedure in which students investigate the chemistry of iron-permeable reactive barriers and their application to the remediation of contaminated groundwater.
Balko, Barbara A.; Tratnyek, Paul G. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1661.
Kinetics |
Oxidation / Reduction |
Water / Water Chemistry |
Metals |
Applications of Chemistry |
Aqueous Solution Chemistry
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JCE Resources for Chemistry and Art Erica K. Jacobsen
Summary of past JCE articles dealing with art, including dyes, paint and pigments; glass, pottery, and ceramics; light, color, and photography; metalwork; music; textiles and paper; and interdisciplinary courses in art and chemistry.
Jacobsen, Erica K. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1316.
Applications of Chemistry
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Chemistry, Color, and Art Mary Virginia Orna
The history and chemistry of common pigments.
Orna, Mary Virginia. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1305.
Chromatography |
Dyes / Pigments |
Instrumental Methods |
Natural Products |
Plant Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Stories to Make Thermodynamics and Related Subjects More Palatable Lawrence S. Bartell
Collection of anecdotes regarding the history and human side of chemistry.
Bartell, Lawrence S. J. Chem. Educ. 2001, 78, 1059.
Surface Science |
Thermodynamics |
Kinetic-Molecular Theory |
Applications of Chemistry
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News from Online: Kitchen Chemistry Carolyn Sweeney Judd
Listing of online resources related to kitchen chemistry.
Judd, Carolyn Sweeney. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1268.
Food Science |
Consumer Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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National Chemistry Week 2000: JCE Resources in Food Chemistry Erica K. Jacobsen
Results of searches for food chemistry information and activities. The focus of all articles is on the chemistry of food itself. Each article has been characterized as a demonstration, experiment, calculation, activity, or informational item; several fit more than one classification. Also included are keywords and an evaluation as to which levels the article may serve.
Jacobsen, Erica K. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 1256.
Food Science |
Consumer Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Discovery and Early Uses of Iodine Louis Rosenfeld
Therapeutic use of iodine, particularly in prevention and treatment of goiter.
Rosenfeld, Louis. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 984.
Medicinal Chemistry |
Descriptive Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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A Living Periodic Table James L. Marshall
A complete "living" periodic table of samples of all the elements through uranium is described. In many instances a sample of an element is accompanied by a direct commercial application. This periodic table is very helpful in enabling the student to gain a hands-on understanding of the true nature of the elements--as opposed to the more usual compilation of mere abstract data.
Marshall, James L. J. Chem. Educ. 2000, 77, 979.
Main-Group Elements |
Periodicity / Periodic Table |
Transition Elements |
Descriptive Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Photochemistry and Pinhole Photography: An Interdisciplinary Experiment Angeliki A. Rigos and Kevin Salemme
This interdisciplinary activity combines chemistry and art through the construction and use of a pinhole camera. We focused on the chemistry of the black and white photographic process as the science component of this activity. The reactions involved are good examples of photochemistry and multiphase chemical reactions, since the light sensitive materials (silver halides) are in the form of a gelatin emulsion of microscopic crystals.
Rigos, Angeliki A.; Salemme, Kevin. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 736A.
Metals |
Photochemistry |
Oxidation State |
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry
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A First-Day Exercise on Relevance of Chemistry to Nonscience Majors Kindles Sustained Positive Student Response Bal Ram Singh
On the first day of class, a test is presented in the form of a take-home assignment. Students are asked to identify topics and courses in their majors that will require a knowledge of chemical principles. They are then asked to select one of these topics and justify its selection.
Singh, Bal Ram. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 1219.
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry
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Exploring the Ocean- Stating the Case for Chemistry Paul J. Scheuer
Salinity measurements and carbonate-bicarbonate equilibria used to be the only topics studied under what was known as "marine chemistry". But in the past few decades organic chemists have changed this situation profoundly by exploring the diverse fauna and flora of coral reefs and the ocean floor.
Scheuer, Paul J. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 1075.
Natural Products |
Drugs / Pharmaceuticals |
Applications of Chemistry
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Theme-Based Exams in General Chemistry Carmela Amato-Wierda
Exams are based on interdisciplinary topics related to chemistry, physics, materials science, environmental science, earth science, soil science, biochemistry, and chemical, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering. This is part of a larger effort to bring a motivating state-of-the-art focus to the lecture and laboratory of this course by teaching general chemistry in the context of current research topics and technical challenges related to the career goals of the students in the course.
Amato-Wierda, Carmela. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 795.
Student / Career Counseling |
Applications of Chemistry
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Pushing the Rainbow: Frontiers in Color Chemistry; Light and Color in Chemistry; Report on Two American Chemical Society Presidential Events Nancy S. Gettys
On Sunday March 21, 1999, the 217th ACS National Meeting in Anaheim, California sponsored two Presidential Events, "Pushing the Rainbow: Frontiers in Color Chemistry" and "Light and Color in Chemistry". The events included 10 exceptional and very different speakers who explored various aspects of the importance of light and color in chemistry and chemistry teaching, in other sciences, and in art and human culture.
Gettys, Nancy S. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 737.
Conferences |
Photochemistry |
Materials Science |
Applications of Chemistry
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Teaching Chemistry Using the Movie Apollo 13 James G. Goll and B. J. Woods
The use of this popular movie has helped generate interest in chemistry courses.
Goll, James G.; Woods, B. J. J. Chem. Educ. 1999, 76, 506.
Undergraduate Research |
Learning Theories |
Reactions |
Applications of Chemistry
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The Art and Science of Organic and Natural Products Synthesis K. C. Nicolaou, E. J. Sorensen, and N. Winssinger
In this article, the history of the art and science of organic and natural products synthesis is briefly reviewed and the state of the art is discussed. The impact of this discipline on biology and medicine is amply demonstrated with examples, and projections for future developments in the field are made.
Nicolaou, K. C.; Sorensen, E. J.; Winssinger, N. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 1225.
Natural Products |
Synthesis |
Medicinal Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Drugs / Pharmaceuticals
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Synthesis of Exotic Soaps in the Chemistry Laboratory Otto Phanstiel IV, Eric Dueno, and Queenie Xianghong Wang
A variety of different triglyceride sources ranging from Vietnamese garlic oil to a local restaurant's grill sludge were saponified to generate a series of exotic soaps. Students did not quantify their results, but described their products in terms of color, texture and odor.
Phanstiel, Otto, IV; Dueno, Eric; Wang, Queenie Xianghong. J. Chem. Educ. 1998, 75, 612.
Qualitative Analysis |
Carboxylic Acids |
Lipids |
Consumer Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Fatty Acids
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"Chemical-Free" Foods: An Investigation of Student's Definitions of a Chemical Gayle Nicoll
This study investigated the pervasiveness of these views among students enrolled in a freshman level college general chemistry course. It was found that only 30 percent of the students in second semester held a scientific definition of a chemical, while another 30 percent held a popular definition. The remaining 40 percent held views intermediate between these.
Nicoll, Gayle. J. Chem. Educ. 1997, 74, 455.
Food Science |
Consumer Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Doing Chemistry at the Art/Archaeology Interface: 1996 Norris Award Address Mary Virginia Orna
Centrality of chemistry to art and archaeology through instrumentation enabling chemists to measure inorganic and organic materials on the nanogram level.
J. Chem. Educ. 1997, 74, 373.
Applications of Chemistry
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Chemistry in Context: Weaving the Web Schwartz, A. Truman; Bunce, Diane M.; Silberman, Robert G.; Stanitski, Conrad L.; Stratton, Wilmer J.; Zipp, Arden P.
This article includes a rationale for the American Chemical Society's new text (Chemistry in Context), as well as a brief history, and description of the content and pedagogy.
Schwartz, A. Truman; Bunce, Diane M.; Silberman, Robert G.; Stanitski, Conrad L.; Stratton, Wilmer J.; Zipp, Arden P. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 1041.
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry
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Highlights: Ventures in freshman chemistry Farrar, James M.; Eisenberg, Richard; Kampmeier, J. A.
A rigorous freshman chemistry course that prepares students for further study in chemistry and natural sciences ties principles of chemistry to energy and environment.
Farrar, James M.; Eisenberg, Richard; Kampmeier, J. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 847.
Administrative Issues |
Green Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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An industrial chemistry course: Bringing teachers and industry together Fanning, James C.; Fanning, Sybil S.
Local industry is able to supply direct examples of basic chemical principles that a teacher might use in classroom. The authors are eager to share their experiences, materials, lesson plans, etc., to prepare teachers to take their own classroom excursions to local industries.
Fanning, James C.; Fanning, Sybil S. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 563.
Consumer Chemistry |
Industrial Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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The chemistry of art: A laboratory intensive course designed to interest nonscientists in chemistry Schrenk, Janet L.; Malde, Pradip; Bordley, John L.
The way artists use pigments, dyes, metals, and paper in creating their works of art provides an excellent framework for teaching the non-science student some basic chemistry.
Schrenk, Janet L.; Malde, Pradip; Bordley, John L. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 389.
Applications of Chemistry |
Nonmajor Courses |
Dyes / Pigments
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Present and Future Nuclear Reactor Designs: Weighing the Advantages and Disadvantages of Nuclear Power with an Eye on Improving Safety and Meeting Future Needs Miller, Warren F., Jr.
An overview of how nuclear energy is produced on macroscopic and microscopic scales with consideration given to benefits and liabilities of this energy source. The article includes a short look at nuclear power uses overseas and contains information about waste disposal, public opinion, and potential technical improvements.
Miller, Warren F., Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 109.
Nuclear / Radiochemistry |
Green Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Art, archaeology, and analytical chemistry: A synthesis of the liberal arts Beilby, Alvin L.
Examples of applications of instrumental methods of analysis in art and archeology (with references).
Beilby, Alvin L. J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 437.
Applications of Chemistry |
Instrumental Methods
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The freshman seminar Deavor, James P.; Donato, Henry, Jr.
A freshman seminar was designed to attempt to keep introductory students interested in chemistry by exploring how chemical principles discussed in introductory chemistry courses are manifested in real world problems and issues.
Deavor, James P.; Donato, Henry, Jr. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 953.
Administrative Issues |
Applications of Chemistry
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Chemistry of air bags Bell, William L.
An exercise designed to allow students to study some of the requirements of an air bag.
Bell, William L. J. Chem. Educ. 1990, 67, 61.
Applications of Chemistry
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Nuclear waste glass, and the Fe2+/Fe3+ ratio Fanning, James C.; Hunter, R. Todd
These authors present a chemical problem of current interest that can be used for pedagogical purposes.
Fanning, James C.; Hunter, R. Todd J. Chem. Educ. 1988, 65, 888.
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Oxidation State |
Nuclear / Radiochemistry |
Green Chemistry |
Chromatography |
Spectroscopy
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Team teaching an introductory wine course at the college level Lee, Don R.; McClurg, F. Avery; Nixon, George A.
This paper presents an interdisciplinary course on the world of wine, winemaking, and viticulture that has been used as an opportunity to exploit the expertise of professors of chemistry, biology, and French to expose students to these various disciplines as they relate to wine.
Lee, Don R.; McClurg, F. Avery; Nixon, George A. J. Chem. Educ. 1986, 63, 1065.
Applications of Chemistry |
Food Science
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Geochemistry for chemists Hostettler, John D.
Details the content considered in a geochemistry course for chemists.
Hostettler, John D. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 823.
Geochemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Art hazards - Educating the artist Denio, Allen A.
We in chemistry have an obligation to help colleagues and their students in art departments become more aware of the number and extent of chemical hazards faced in art studios. From "Chemistry for Citizens: A Symposium".
Denio, Allen A. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 772.
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry
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How to turn on an electric light Westheimer, F. H.
The history of mankind is incomplete and deceptive unless it emphasizes the role of technological development in the progress of civilization. From "Chemistry for Citizens: A Symposium".
Westheimer, F. H. J. Chem. Educ. 1985, 62, 769.
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry
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Scientific exploration with a microcomputer: Simulations for nonscientists Whisnant, David M.
52. A four week-long exercise aimed at involving students with the scientific method through the use of a computer-simulated lake study.
Whisnant, David M. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 627.
Nonmajor Courses |
Water / Water Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Scenarios in Science Sherman, Sharon J.; Sherman, Alan
Using scenarios to introduce topics under discussion; three examples of scenarios that are used in a nonscience majors chemistry course.
Sherman, Sharon J.; Sherman, Alan J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 248.
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry
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The role of the humanities in the teaching of chemistry Labianca, Dominick A.
Integrating chemistry with the humanities to make it meaningful for nonmajors.
Labianca, Dominick A. J. Chem. Educ. 1984, 61, 148.
Drugs / Pharmaceuticals |
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry
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Introduction to the "real world" examples symposium Hostettler, John D.
An introduction to a collection of papers originally presented as a symposium entitled "Using 'Real World' Examples in the Teaching of Chemistry". What exactly is a real world example and what is not? Why use "real world" examples? What kinds exist, where may they be found, and how can they be used?
Hostettler, John D. J. Chem. Educ. 1983, 60, 1031.
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry
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The chemical oceanographer Abel, Robert B.
Oceanography holds fascinating subject matter for students learning chemistry.
Abel, Robert B. J. Chem. Educ. 1983, 60, 221.
Water / Water Chemistry |
Food Science |
Geochemistry |
Atmospheric Chemistry |
Drugs / Pharmaceuticals |
Applications of Chemistry
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The chemistry of coatings Griffith, James R.
Nature and humankind both produce spectacular coatings. These discussions of coating can contribute valuable chemistry lessons to the introductory curriculum.
Griffith, James R. J. Chem. Educ. 1981, 58, 956.
Applications of Chemistry |
Natural Products |
Materials Science
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The chemistry of art Schmuckler, Joseph S.
An overview of resources for chemistry instructors interested in describing the connections of chemistry to art.
Schmuckler, Joseph S. J. Chem. Educ. 1981, 58, 326.
Applications of Chemistry
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Chemistry that's exotic and practical McGuffie, Grace Fischer
The descriptions in this note provide examples of some successful approaches which could be utilized, in whole or in part, to supplement any programs in use in the secondary schools.
McGuffie, Grace Fischer J. Chem. Educ. 1981, 58, 314.
Enrichment / Review Materials |
Dyes / Pigments |
Applications of Chemistry
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California earthquakes: Predicting the next big one using radiocarbon dating DeLorenzo, Ron
Using real data to predict California earthquakes using radiocarbon dating. [Debut]
DeLorenzo, Ron J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 601.
Applications of Chemistry |
Geochemistry |
Nuclear / Radiochemistry |
Isotopes
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Artifacts and the Electromotive Series Mickey, Charles D.
The chemistry of metals and its application to archeology.
Mickey, Charles D. J. Chem. Educ. 1980, 57, 275.
Electrochemistry |
Metals |
Applications of Chemistry |
Metallurgy |
Reactions
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Petroleum chemistry Kolb, Doris; Kolb, Kenneth E.
The history of petroleum chemistry.
Kolb, Doris; Kolb, Kenneth E. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 465.
Natural Products |
Geochemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Industrial Chemistry |
Catalysis |
Polymerization
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Isoenzymes Daugherty, N. A.
The separation, identification, and measurement of isoenzymes is an appropriate topic for a special lecture in general chemistry.
Daugherty, N. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 442.
Enzymes |
Proteins / Peptides |
pH |
Electrophoresis |
Separation Science |
Electrochemistry |
Applications of Chemistry
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Medicinal chemistry of aspirin and related drugs J. Chem. Educ. Staff
Nonprescription analgesics, the discovery of aspirin, pain and analgesic activity, inflammation and the role of chemical agents, fever and its reduction, aspirin in stroke prevention, and toxicity and side effects.
J. Chem. Educ. Staff J. Chem. Educ. 1979, 56, 331.
Applications of Chemistry |
Medicinal Chemistry |
Drugs / Pharmaceuticals |
Toxicology
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Application of physics and chemistry to archeology. A new undergraduate course Meschel, Susan V.
The author shares her curriculum for a nonmajors chemistry class that incorporates themes from archeology.
Meschel, Susan V. J. Chem. Educ. 1976, 53, 640.
Nonmajor Courses |
Applications of Chemistry |
Forensic Chemistry
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The chemistry of color photography Guida, Wayne C.; Raber, Douglas J.
Provides a brief introduction to the chemical reaction involved in color photography and the physical principles that permit those reactions to reproduce colored images.
Guida, Wayne C.; Raber, Douglas J. J. Chem. Educ. 1975, 52, 622.
Photochemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Dyes / Pigments |
Reactions
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Chemistry is real and relevant - Let's teach it as such Wolthuis, Enno
A plea for relevance in the teaching of chemistry at the college level.
Wolthuis, Enno J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 422.
Applications of Chemistry
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Questions [and] Answers Campbell, J. A.
Eight questions regarding the application of chemistry and their solutions.
Campbell, J. A. J. Chem. Educ. 1973, 50, 62.
Enrichment / Review Materials |
Applications of Chemistry |
Atmospheric Chemistry
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Chemistry in art. Radiochemistry and forgery Rogers, F. E.
It wasn't until a radiochemical analysis in 1968 that a 1937 forgery of a 17th century Dutch master was confirmed as a fake.
Rogers, F. E. J. Chem. Educ. 1972, 49, 418.
Applications of Chemistry |
Nuclear / Radiochemistry |
Isotopes
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Mechanism for adding relevance and currentness to freshman chemistry Fortman, John J.
Encourages use of Chemistry, a monthly ACS publication for high school and introductory chemistry students, as a means for adding relevance and currentness to chemistry.
Fortman, John J. J. Chem. Educ. 1970, 47, 749.
Applications of Chemistry |
Alcohols
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Editorially speaking Kieffer, William F.
Meeting the challenge of enriching lecture with historic anecdotes and relevant applications of chemistry.
Kieffer, William F. J. Chem. Educ. 1964, 41, 293.
Enrichment / Review Materials |
Applications of Chemistry
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A synthetic detergent: A case study for appreciations in chemistry Bunce, Stanley C.
The approach in this presentation is to select a chemical product of some interest - a synthetic detergent - and to describe its chemical history.
Bunce, Stanley C. J. Chem. Educ. 1955, 32, 46.
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