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Today's Science for Tomorrow's Scientists Caroline Pharr
Today's Science for Tomorrow's Scientists (TSTS) is an interactive Web site containing modular instructional units that introduce current science research through online tutorials. Research groups can use images, movies, and other interactive functions to share their work with others, particularly students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.
Pharr, Caroline. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1453.
Applications of Chemistry
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Impact of Polymers in Impact Sports Sandy Van Natta and John P. Williams
This article describes some aspects of the design and testing of helmets and two inquiry-based activities for evaluating different polymers used in helmet construction.
Van Natta, Sandy; Williams, John P. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 1326.
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Physical Properties
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Chemistry and Children's Literature: Sun Up, Sun Down Patricia B. McKean
This article describes a simple hands-on activity that connects fascination with color changes with the use of sunscreen for skin protection. The first part of the activity uses newspaper to illustrate the strength of the sun while the second part employs ultraviolet (UV) detecting beads.
McKean, Patricia B. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 622.
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Dyes / Pigments
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The Chemical Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Serpentine Remains Ken Shaw
This story is a chemical mystery, set in the context of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, that emphasizes qualitative analysis, descriptive chemistry, and forensics.
Shaw, Ken. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 507.
Acids / Bases |
Applications of Chemistry |
Coordination Compounds |
Calorimetry / Thermochemistry |
Forensic Chemistry |
Qualitative Analysis
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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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A Lemon Cell Battery for High-Power Applications Kenneth R. Muske, Christopher W. Nigh, and Randy D. Weinstein
This article discusses the development of a lemon cell battery for high-power applications such as radios, portable cassette or CD players, and battery-powered toys.
Muske, Kenneth R.; Nigh, Christopher W.; Weinstein, Randy D. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 635.
Applications of Chemistry |
Electrochemistry |
Electrolytic / Galvanic Cells / Potentials
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Kitchen Chemistry (Ted Lister, with Heston Blumenthal) Chrystal D. Bruce
This book contains many modules emphasizing truly important concepts in chemistry: intermolecular forces, structure, reactivity, solubility. The experiments offered exemplify the recurring phrase, familiar chemistry in an unfamiliar place.
Bruce, Chrystal D. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84, 41.
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Food Science
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From Textiles to Molecules—Teaching about Fibers To Integrate Students' Macro- and Microscale Knowledge of Materials Hannah Margel, Bat-Sheva Eylon, and Zahava Scherz
This article describes a new interdisciplinary learning program for junior high school students based on the science, technology, and society (STS) approach emphasizing a macromicro view and consolidating an understanding of the structures of materials through the context of fibers.
Margel, Hannah; Eylon, Bat-Sheva; Scherz, Zahava. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1552.
Applications of Chemistry |
Polymerization |
Molecular Properties / Structure |
Student-Centered Learning
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The Chemical Wizardry of J. K. Rowling Jane Snell Copes
Many of the chemical special effects that take place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry can be simulated and understood by non-magical chemists. This article connects Rowling's literary special effects to chemical references with safety information and directions.
Copes, Jane Snell. J. Chem. Educ. 2006, 83, 1479.
Acids / Bases |
Applications of Chemistry |
Descriptive Chemistry |
Oxidation / Reduction
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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 Interactive Analytical Chemistry Summer Camp for Middle School Girls Mary E. Robbins and Mark H. Schoenfisch
Describes an interactive chemistry outreach program designed specifically for middle school girls. The goal of this program is to expose girls to analytical chemistry in a way that will spark their interest in how it is studied, its role in modern scientific research, and some of the educational and career opportunities that this field has to offer.
Robbins, Mary E.; Schoenfisch, Mark H. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1486.
Acids / Bases |
Applications of Chemistry |
Chromatography |
Quantitative Analysis |
Titration / Volumetric Analysis |
Women in Chemistry |
Plant Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry
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The Fizz-Keeper: A Useful Science Tool John P. Williams, Sandy Van Natta, and Rebecca Knipp
The Fizz-Keeper is well suited for a great variety of pressure-based activities.
Williams, John P.; Van Natta, Sandy; Knipp, Rebecca. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1454.
Applications of Chemistry |
Colloids |
Gases
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Introduction to Photolithography: Preparation of Microscale Polymer Silhouettes Kimberly L. Berkowski, Kyle N. Plunkett, Qing Yu, and Jeffrey S. Moore
In this experiment, a glass microscope slide acts as the microchip. Students can pattern this "microchip" by layering negative photoresist on the slide using a solution containing monomer, crosslinker, photoinitiator, and dye. The students then cover the photoresist with a photomask, which is the negative of a computer-generated image or text printed on transparency film, and illuminate it with UV light. The photoresist in the exposed area polymerizes into a polymer network with a shape dictated by the photomask. The versatility of this technique is exemplified by allowing each student to fabricate virtually any shape imaginable, including his or her silhouette.
Berkowski, Kimberly L.; Plunkett, Kyle N.; Yu, Qing; Moore, Jeffrey S. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1365.
Materials Science |
Applications of Chemistry |
Free Radicals |
Polymerization
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Hands-on Classroom Photolithography Laboratory Module To Explore Nanotechnology Scott J. Stelick, William H. Alger, Jesse S. Laufer, Anna M. Waldron, and Carl A. Batt
Teaching nanotechnology in the high school and undergraduate environment is a challenge given the typical expense of instruments used to create micro- and nano-sized devices. To meet this challenge, a portable optical reduction stepper was designed, fabricated, and optimized for use in classrooms. This unique system was designed to provide a safe, hands-on experience for students to create microscale circuits using photolithography. Students are able to design, fabricate, and test a circuit with dimensions as small as 100 mm.
Stelick, Scott J.; Alger, William H.; Laufer, Jesse S.; Waldron, Anna M.; Batt, Carl A. J. Chem. Educ. 2005, 82, 1361.
Applications of Chemistry |
Enrichment / Review Materials |
Nanotechnology |
Polymerization |
Undergraduate Research
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Wear Chemistry Where? Erica K. Jacobsen
Articles of interest to high school chemistry teachers; National Chemistry Week.
Jacobsen, Erica K. J. Chem. Educ. 2003, 80, 1105.
Photochemistry |
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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American Chemical Society: An Overview of the Education Division Sylvia A. Ware
Education Division programs support the needs of many instructional levels from preschool through the continuing education of the mid-career chemist.
Ware, Sylvia A. J. Chem. Educ. 1996, 73, A238.
Administrative Issues |
Applications of Chemistry |
Enrichment / Review Materials
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Tie-Dyeing - The Art of Chemistry Bonneau, Marcia C.
Tie-dyeing activity and resources. [Debut]
Bonneau, Marcia C. J. Chem. Educ. 1994, 71, 286.
Applications of Chemistry |
Dyes / Pigments |
Consumer Chemistry
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Evening polymer programs to pique the interests of youngsters and adults Woodward, Linda; Bernard, Mary Ann
This outreach program increases the interaction between children and adults while introducing students and parents to the world of synthetic polymers.
Woodward, Linda; Bernard, Mary Ann J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 1006.
Polymerization |
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Green Chemistry
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Chemistry tours for high school students: Connecting chemistry and business Ball, Jenelle
Efforts to show high school students the relevance of chemistry in their lives are more powerful when students go on field trips to visit businesses that are related to chemistry. The author describes such a trip, where students visited the Dept. of Justice Criminalistics Lab at a local university.
Ball, Jenelle J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 656.
Forensic Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Industrial Chemistry |
Administrative Issues
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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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Forensic drug chemistry: A cooperative program Siggins, Bruce A.; Hendricks, Bobby W.
A discussion of a cooperative program in forensic chemistry between the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory-Pacific and the Zama American High School designed to link concepts of logical thought and chemistry reasoning to the excitement of working laboratory problems.
Siggins, Bruce A.; Hendricks, Bobby W. J. Chem. Educ. 1993, 70, 312.
Forensic Chemistry |
Chromatography |
Applications of Chemistry |
IR Spectroscopy |
Nonmajor Courses
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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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The energy conversion go-arounds kit developed by NEED: Ten teaching modules that use products of chemistry Kauffman, George B.; Zafran, Robert
NEED is an association of energy educators that brings together the resources, experiences, and optimism of youths and adults in meaningful activities and programs.
Kauffman, George B.; Zafran, Robert J. Chem. Educ. 1992, 69, 366.
Thermodynamics |
Applications of Chemistry
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Demonstrating what "light" margarine means Glover, A. Donald; Kolb, Kenneth E.
Differences between regular, "light" and "extra light" margarine can be readily shown as a lecture demonstration or laboratory exercise by simply heating the margarine.
Glover, A. Donald; Kolb, Kenneth E. J. Chem. Educ. 1991, 68, 654.
Food Science |
Quantitative Analysis |
Bioanalytical Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry |
Nutrition
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A chemistry whodunit: Forensic examination of pen inks Quigley, Michael N.; Qi, Hongyan
Forensic chemistry activity involving pen ink and chromatography.
Quigley, Michael N.; Qi, Hongyan J. Chem. Educ. 1991, 68, 596.
Forensic Chemistry |
Applications of Chemistry |
Chromatography
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Pop-and-sniff experimentation: A high sensory impact teaching device Schultz, Emeric
Using polyethylene packing material ("bubble plastic") to simulate the microencapsulation in scratch-and-sniff stickers.
Schultz, Emeric J. Chem. Educ. 1987, 64, 797.
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry
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An exhibition on everyday chemistry: Communicating chemistry to the public Ucko, David A.; Schreiner, Rodney; Shakhashiri, Bassam Z.
A recent addition to a large urban museum aids in the efforts to better educate the public about the role of chemistry in their lives.
Ucko, David A.; Schreiner, Rodney; Shakhashiri, Bassam Z. J. Chem. Educ. 1986, 63, 1081.
Acids / Bases |
Applications of Chemistry |
Periodicity / Periodic Table |
Photochemistry |
Physical Properties |
Reactions
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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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Soft drink bubbles Cragin, James H.
Soft drink bubbles are of great interest to young learners, but there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding the origin of these bubbles.
Cragin, James H. J. Chem. Educ. 1983, 60, 71.
Gases |
Applications of Chemistry |
Consumer Chemistry
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