Chemistry in the Aluminum Industry
Backgrounders
Learn about the role of chemistry in the aluminum industry.
Chris Murray
Career Profiles
Associate Professor (Physics)
Chemical Equations
Backgrounders
Learn about how to write and balance chemical equations.
Describing and Classifying Matter
Backgrounders
Learn about the physical and chemical properties of matter.
Query a Career Profile
Lessons
Students will explore career profiles and relate them to what they are learning in science class.
Why Do Apples Turn Brown After You Cut Them?
STEM Explained
Has your fresh juicy apple turned an unsightly brown? Learn about the redox reaction behind the transformation.
The Chemistry of Lipstick
STEM Explained
Learn about the organic compounds that make up lipstick as well as about some of the chemistry that goes into this popular cosmetic.
Polystyrene: The Pros, the Cons, the Chemistry
STEM Explained
Learn the organic chemistry behind this very useful plastic. Why is recycling polystyrene hard? Why does polystyrene often end up as solid waste?
Na Na Na Na (Hey Hey Hey) Sodium!
STEM Explained
Sodium is a useful chemical element. You consume it as table salt regularly. Learn about salt mining, sodium uses, and what problems too much sodium can cause.
How can I make glue?
Hands-on Activities
Discover how to use some common kitchen ingredients to make glue.
What is a Crystal?
STEM Explained
Learn what makes a crystal a crystal.