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Is it possible to change water into cola?
Hands-on Activities
Explore the concept of displacement of fluids in this hands on activity.
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Is there a difference between baking powder and baking soda?
Hands-on Activities
Explore acid-base chemical reactions that really get things bubbling in the kitchen!
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Is Vaping Safer Than Smoking?
STEM Explained
Learn how e-cigarettes and other vaping products work, and why scientists and health professionals have concerns about their safety.
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Keeping the Rink on Ice
STEM Explained
Learn about the chemistry of ice skating rinks, and the technology & engineering that lets us enjoy them indoors as well as outside.
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How does snot work?
Hands-on Activities
Make some fake snot and explore the function of mucus in this fun activity.
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How is Ethanol Made?
Backgrounders
Ethanol is a biofuel that can power a car. Learn about the enzymes, catalysts and processes like fermentation involved in ethanol production.
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How many drops of water can you rest on one coin?
Hands-on Activities
Explore surface tension in this hands on challenge activity.
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How much of an iceberg is on top of water?
Hands-on Activities
In this hands on activity find out just how much of an iceberg is below the surface. It might surprise you!
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The History and Uses of Hydrogen
STEM Explained
Hydrogen’s tendency towards combustion is what makes it both a dangerous chemical element and a useful energy source.
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How do scuba divers sink?
Hands-on Activities
It’s not easy to dive deep underwater. How do divers get down deep? Learn how scuba divers manipulate density to move up and down in this hands on activity.
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How does detergent work?
Hands-on Activities
Become a pro at washing dishes! Learn how the chemical structure of detergent makes it perfect for attracting grease and grime.
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How does rain become acidic?
Hands-on Activities
Learn how to make a pH indicator and test water samples.
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How can I make glue?
Hands-on Activities
Discover how to use some common kitchen ingredients to make glue.
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How can I stop bananas from turning brown?
Hands-on Activities
Explore the chemistry behind why bananas turn brown. Can chemistry also help prevent this?
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How can I write secret messages?
Hands-on Activities
Learn how you can write and reveal secret messages in this hands-on chemistry activity.