06/08/03 - Temperature Converter
Here's a handy online converter for temperatures. Simply enter your known temperature (Kelvin, Celsius, Fahrenheit) and the other values will appear. It's much easier than trying to remember the formulas or do the math ;-)
06/07/03 - Home & Garden pH Indicators
Here's a list of common household substances and garden plants that can be used as pH indicators. Many of the active molecules, expected color changes, and pH ranges are listed.
06/06/03 - pH of Household Products Quiz
Do you know whether common household products are acids or bases? Here's your chance to test your knowledge. Can you answer all ten multiple choice questions correctly?
06/02/03 - Sample Problems - Mass Relations in Balanced Equations
These are examples of calculations for determining the mass relations in balanced chemical equations, with links to other worked chemistry problems and homework help.
06/01/03 - Best of the About Chemistry Forum
About Chemistry's Forum hosts some interesting and educational discussions. This is a collection of some of the best threads, with links to the entire message.
05/27/03 - How To Color Fire
Have you ever wanted to color fire? Here are simple, nontechnical instructions for making your own colored flames. Add extra interest to your fireplace or campfire!
05/25/03 - Alkanes - Nomenclature & Numbering
Alkanes are fully saturated hydrocarbons. They are among the first molecules encountered in Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry. Learn how to name straight-chain, branched, and cyclic alkanes and how to number them.
05/19/03 - Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions
Learn about endothermic and exothermic chemical reactions and get instructions to perform your own hot and cold chemistry demonstrations.
05/14/03 - Plant and Soil Chemistry Science Project Ideas
Here are some science fair project ideas that involve plants and soil chemistry. Are you looking for an environmental science project? Check here!
05/10/03 - Mole Relations in Balanced Equations
These are examples of calculations for determining the mole relations in balanced chemical equations, with links to other worked chemistry problems and homework help.
05/05/03 - Natural Mosquito Repellents
Looking for a natural alternative to synthetic chemical mosquito repellents? Find out which natural substances repel mosquitoes, how to avoid attracting them, and how to maximize the effectiveness of your repellent.
05/02/03 - Metal Quiz
Test your knowledge of the metals with this fun ten question quiz. Links are provided to help you find the answers!
04/29/03 - Balancing Chemical Equations
Here is a step-by-step tutorial for balancing chemical equations, along with a worked example. This is a must-read for students of general and introductory chemistry!
04/28/03 - DEET Chemistry
Learn about the insect repellent called DEET. See its chemical structure, find out how it works, get information about the risks of using DEET, and find out how to reduce your need for bug spray.
04/21/03 - Predicting Formulas of Compounds with Polyatomic Ions
This is a tutorial for problems determining the formulas of compounds containing polyatomic ions. Links are included to the periodic table, a chart of common polyatomic ions, group chemistry, and valences of the elements.
04/20/03 - Natural Easter Egg Dyes
These are easy instructions for making your own natural Easter egg dyes, using fruits, vegetables, and spices.
04/16/03 - Household Product Testing - Science Fair Project Ideas
Science doesn't have to be expensive and it doesn't require specialized lab equipment! These are ideas for science fair projects that involve testing or comparing common household products.
04/15/03 - Food and Cooking Chemistry - Science Fair Project Ideas
These are ideas for science fair projects that involve food or cooking chemistry. Links are provided for additional science fair project help and food chemistry information.
04/13/03 - Predicting Formulas of Ionic Compounds
This is a tutorial for working through problems asking you to determine the formulas of ionic compounds. Links are included to the periodic table, group chemistry, and valences of the elements.
04/09/03 - Common Polyatomic Ions
This is a table of some of the most common polyatomic ions. Names, formulae, and charges are listed.
04/04/03 - Ricin and RCA - Castor Bean Toxins
Learn about ricin and RCA, the two potent toxins from the castor bean plant. Information is provided about the action, symptoms, and treatment of ricin and RCA poisoning.
04/03/03 - Chemical Weapons and Warfare Agents
Get basic information about chemical weapons and learn what you can do to protect yourself in the event of a chemical attack.
04/01/03 - Food Chemistry Quiz
Do you know about the chemistry of food? Test your knowledge with this fun and quick ten-question multiple choice quiz.
03/30/03 - Classic Chemical Volcano
Here are the instructions for making the classic chemical volcano. This demonstration uses ammonium dichromate to produce 'Vesuvius fire', with glowing sparks and a cone of deep green ash.
03/28/03 - Molecular Formula from Simplest Formula
These are examples of calculations for determining the molecular formula from the simplest formula and approximate molecular mass, with links to other worked chemistry problems and homework help.
03/25/03 - Colored Glass Chemistry
Have you ever wondered how glass is colored? Here's a table of common colorants and a description of processes used to color glass.
03/24/03 - AMCAS Application for Medical School
Get information about the AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service) application for medical school. Tips are included to help you make your application the best it can be!
03/17/03 - Light Stick Colors
This article lists some of the fluorophors that are used to give light sticks different colors. The oxalate chemiluminescent reactions are introduced.
03/12/03 - Sample Chemistry Problems - Simplest Formula from Percent Composition
