Topic outline
Fantastic Fireworks
You will learn about various aspects of fireworks including;
- the history of fireworks
- their structure,
- how the colourful lights are produced,
- and the energy changes that take place.
WARNING: Never play with fireworks at home. The experiments shown in the videos are carried out by trained professionals.
Plants and their medicinal properties
This course looks at the biology and chemistry of plants and how they can be used for their medicinal properties. We will look at:
- the history of medicinal plants,
- plant biodiversity,
- essential oils and their antibacterial properties,
- separating plant compounds from plant extracts.
WARNING: Never self-medicate using herbal medicine without the advice of your doctor.
The Science of Chocolate
This video looks at several aspects of the science of chocolate including:
- The chemical and physical changes that take place during the production of chocolate,
- The health benefits associated with eating chocolate in moderation,
- Why chocolate is poisonous to cats and dogs,
- And how climate change may lead to chocolate shortages.
Periodic table escape room
You have forgotten the password to the science laboratory. You will only be given the password if you can solve five chemistry puzzles!
Nanodiamonds
This activity looks at the properties and uses of nanosized diamonds (nanodiamonds). These are just diamonds that are smaller than 100 nanometres.
Year 10 WJEC Chemistry specified practicals
This resource has been designed to support the teaching of the WJEC Chemistry specified practicals. Includes videos of how to carry out the experiments and accompanying worksheets.
WARNING: Do not attempt these experiments without a teacher present who has undertaken a full risk assessment.