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Strand C: Chemicals in Consumer Products

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Chris Murray

Career Profiles

Associate Professor (Physics)

I teach undergraduate physics and conduct research in biopolymers and environmental technology.
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Introduction to Green Chemistry

STEM Explained

Green chemistry is a field that looks at the sustainability of products and processes designed by people.

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How Vehicles Pollute the Air

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Learn how vehicles affect air quality, including their contribution to smog.

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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles

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Learn about vehicles that use hydrogen for fuel.

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Plant Pigments

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Why are there so many colours of plants? Learn about plant pigments and their role in plants.

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Shari Forbes (she/her/elle)

Career Profiles

Forensic Scientist

I conduct research to understand how the human body decomposes in our unique Canadian environment.
Emily Moore

Emily Moore

Career Profiles

Field Application Scientist

I help members in the agri-food industry find the best analytical solutions to their challenges.
Edmund Co

Edmund Co

Food Scientist

I use my chemical knowledge to investigate quality complaints and legal issues for the LCBO.
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Types of Chemical Reactions

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Learn about the four main types of chemical reactions.

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Evidence of Chemical Change

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Learn how to tell if a chemical reaction has taken place.

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Chemical Reactions: Conditions & Speeds

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Learn about the special conditions that let some chemical reactions take place.

Kevin Chen

Kevin Chen

CEO, Co-Founder

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The Solutioneers Week 5: Chemical Bonding

Interactives

This week's episodes and hands-on activity explore some cool chemistry!

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How do alkaloids cause addiction?

STEM Explained

Alkaloids are found in some of the most addictive substances that humans consume. What are alkaloids, and how do they cause addiction?

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Algae Biofuel: Can Pond Scum Power the Planet?

STEM Explained

Learn about the potential of algae as a material for making biofuel.