Effect of Temperature on the Whoosh Bottle
Tom Kuntzleman | Tue, 07/05/2022 - 13:45
Why does the "Whoosh Bottle" experiment behave differently at different temperatures?
Science Practice: Asking Questions and Defining Problems
Identifying Unknowns: Intermolecular Forces and Properties
Ben Meacham | Sun, 06/19/2022 - 14:21
In this lab, students are presented with nine unknown substances. By performing a series of tests, analyzing chemical structures, and applying their understanding of how intermolecular forces affect the properties of a substance, students will ultimately determine the identity of each unknown.
Can Alkaline Water Change Body pH?
Tom Kuntzleman | Mon, 05/09/2022 - 08:13
Can Alkaline Water Change the pH of your body? We use chemistry to put this claim to the test!
Exploring The “Two-Faced” Thionin Reaction
Tom Kuntzleman | Tue, 04/19/2022 - 11:44
The "Two-Faced" thionin reaction involves causing a purple solution to fade to colorless by shining light on the solution. I wondered if it could be demonstrated the color of light that caused this transition.
A Super-Engaging Way to Start 11 Chemistry
Michael Jansen | Mon, 04/11/2022 - 12:00
Michael Jansen runs this engaging "big picture" lab on day 1 of Grade 11 Chemistry, which is the students' first dedicated Chemistry course.
Is Chocolate Cake an Acid-Base Indicator? Testing a Student Claim
Josh Kenney | Mon, 02/28/2022 - 10:21
Recently, Josh Kenney took time from his regular scheduled chemistry curriculum to investigate a student's claim that chocolate cake was an acid-base indicator.
Simple Distillation
Chad Husting | Mon, 01/24/2022 - 19:07
This is a simple small-scale distillation that can be used several different ways.
Cabbage, colours and cleaning products: A citizen science inspired review of anthocyanin extractions that can be attempted at home
Iain Smellie | Mon, 12/06/2021 - 13:59
Check out this citizen science inspired review of anthocyanin extractions that can be attempted at home
The Start of Another Year.....
Chad Husting | Mon, 09/06/2021 - 14:03
Chad Husting explains how he used two hands on activities to get a sense of where his students were at within the realm of labwork and the scientific process as school began.
Solution to Chemical Mystery #18: Peek A Boo Blue!
Tom Kuntzleman | Wed, 08/18/2021 - 09:09
Check out the solution to Chemical Mystery #18: Peek A Boo Blue!