Royal Society of Chemistry
Royal Society of Chemistry: Nitrogen
A short but nice description of nitrogen's uses and properties. Discusses the history of nitrogen and its characteristics.
Other
Aspirin Foundation: 100 Years of Aspirin
This article tells the last 100 years' history of aspirin and Bayer's contribution. Links to more information about aspirin are also provided including a timeline.
City University of New York
History of Chemistry
A great site that has a detailed biography of John Dalton, and illustrations of his original chemical symbols.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Chemistry: Atomic Theory
In this module students explore how matter is classified, the history of atomic theory, subatomic particles, modern atomic theory, electron configuration, the periodic table and its trends, and spectroscopy.
Frostburg State University
General Chemistry Online: Atoms & Ions
This site from the General Chemistry Online of the Frostburg State University provides a review of the history of atomic theory, the discovery of the electron, and the discovery of the nucleus. Details on weighing atoms, ion charges,...
American Chemical Society
American Chemical Society: Development of Baking Powder
The invention of baking powder had a huge impact on bakers' ability to produce and distribute bread to large numbers of people. The history of this lowly ingredient is presented, along with a chemistry lesson plan for secondary young...
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Physics & Chemistry: Catalysis
Gives definition of catalysis, an explanation of how it works, different kinds of catalysis and examples, substances that impact on the catalytic process, the many applications of catalysis, and a history of catalyst technology.
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History of Chemistry: Fritz Haber: Chemist and Patriot
Contains biographical information about Fritz Haber, Nobel Prize winner from Germany.
Other
American Chemistry Council: Plastics: Lifecycle of a Plastic Product
This site provides the background on the applications of the plastics industry. General in nature, but a good look at where plastic is in your life. Gives solid factual information.
American Chemical Society
American Chemical Society: Achievements of Women Scientists in American History
A collection of profiles of American women who have made significant contributions to science.
Other
4000 Years of Women in Science
A site that celebrates the place of women in scientific research since history began.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Physics & Chemistry: Gas
Discusses gas as a state of matter, the history and use of the terms vapor and gas, and types of elemental gases.
Other
Cha, Inc.: History of the Dupont's and Their Discovery
This site from CHA, Inc. gives a biographical background of the Dupont's and gives information on one of its greatest discoveries, nylon.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Bohr's Model of Hydrogen
Resource investigates how Bohr's model of hydrogen explains atomic emission spectra.
Royal Society of Chemistry
Visual Elements/history
A history and description of the modern periodic table, including its early origins, many contributors and later additions.
NBC
Nbc Learn: Chemistry of Pumpkin Pie
Most recipes for Thanksgiving pumpkin pies call for clove and nutmeg - two distinct spices that come from two nearly identical molecules: eugenol and isoeugenol. "The Chemical Bond Between Cloves and Nutmeg" explains how the strength and...
Vision Learning
Visionlearning: Atomic Theory and Structure: The Mole: Its History and Use
An introduction to the mole, a unit of measurement that quantifies atoms and molecules.
Vision Learning
Visionlearning: Dalton's Playhouse
Travel back in history and visit the laboratories of Priestley, Lavoisier, and others. Take part in simulations of the experiments which laid the foundation for the scientific field of chemistry. Learn about the discoveries which lead to...
Other
American Institute of Physics: Marie Curie and the Science of Radioactivity
Resource provides an in-depth exhibit featuring Marie Curie and her contribution to the science of radioactivity.
NASA
Nasa: Positive Ions History
As the title suggests, this page from NASA goes over the history of man's study of positive ions. How did we come to know what we now know about cations?
Other
History, Definitions,& Techniques of Oil Painting
Artist Ron Sanders presents a comprehensive look at oil colors and painting techniques prior to the 20th century. Explanation of mediums, grounds, supports, pigments, techniques and much more. Quotes from and about master artists and...
Other
Digital Library for Earth System Education (Dlese)
This resource provides materials for teachers on a huge array of topics. Search site by topic, grade level, and desired output (such as lesson plan, case study, assessment or tutorial). Site is focused on earth science, geography, and...
Other
Lund University Libraries: Directory of Open Access Journals
Open access journals are offered in all scholarly and scientific disciplines such as Biology and Life Sciences, History and Archaeology, and Physics and Astronomy. Site offers a search for new titles as well as archived journals....
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Sulfur
Information about the element, Sulfur, atomic number 16. Covers physical and atomic properties, its history, chemistry, sources, uses, how abundant it is on the Earth, environmental and biological factors, and the different forms in...
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