These resources are designed to help students, teachers, and the general public explore the fascinating world of chemistry. Learn about the chemistry that keeps swimming pools clean, makes cars safe and efficient, and keeps lawns green.
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The International Year of Chemistry 2011
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Chem4Kids
Compiled by a division of the American Library Association, this easy-to-navigate site includes data on atoms, elements, matter, as well as biographies of famous chemists.
Activities for Children
The American Chemical Society’s website for kid-friendly chemistry activities, this resource is educational and fun.
Chlorine Science Center
The Science Center strives to provide teachers and students with resources that help improve the way scientific and environmental issues are discussed in the classroom.
The Chlorine Tree
Explore the blossoming branches of the interactive The Chlorine Tree and discover the myriad products and services that chlorine chemistry provides.
Global Bug Conspiracy – Go on a top-secret, fact-finding mission to learn about the unseen army of bacteria and viruses that can infect our food and water and make us sick.
Swimming Pool Germs Busted by Chlorine!
The Chlorin8tor, armed with his Electron Grabber tool and trusty sidekick, Little Hector, The Disinfector, battle harmful germs that invade pool water and make swimmers sick.
Water Germs Busted by Chlorine!
A coloring and activity book for kids featuring the characters “The Chlorin8tor” and “Little Hector, The Disinfector.”
Flu Germs Busted by Chlorine!
In their third adventure, the Chlorin8tor and Little Hector battle the viruses that cause flu. The Disinfecting Duo teach kids the “sneaky way” that viruses spread and how they can use that knowledge to avoid flu.
Teaching Plastics
Hands on Plastics™ (HOP™) science education investigation kits contain everything you need to design and implement a thorough and engaging investigation into the chemistry and characteristics of plastics. Learning activities are inquiry-based. HOP™ is available for classrooms that use Bunsen burners, and HOP2™ is for those classrooms that do NOT use this science education equipment. HOP Jr.™ offers plastics science education activities and resources for elementary school teachers. Click here to order your Hands On Plastics science education investigation kit today!
You Be the Chemist Challenge
The Chemical Education Foundation's website features the You Be the Chemist Challenge and Kit, Games, Fun Facts and Cool Chemistry.
Interactive Periodic Table of the Elements
Merck has improved its successful interactive periodic table of the elements even further; the new version 2.0 of the award-winning reference tool provides more information, new functions and an even more appealing presentation.
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Chemistry Milestones: Over 100 Years of Safer Lives
The chlorination of drinking water was named as one of the most significant public health advances in U.S. history. Visit Chlorine Chemistry: Over 100 Years of Safer Lives to learn more.
Chlorine Chemistry: essential2life
Think chlorine is just for swimming pools? Think again. Chlorine goes into many of the products we use every day, like clothes, contact lenses, medicine, and telecommunications. Find out all the ways chlorine is essential2life.
Chlorine’s Everyday Uses
Chlorine makes a positive difference in our lives and the lives of the people around us. Learn why chlorine has become essential to our health and an important contributor to healthier living and a better quality of life.
The Chlorine Story
Over the course of many decades of careful research and development, scientists have discovered ways to use chlorine and the products of chlorine chemistry to make drinking water safe, destroy life-threatening germs and produce life-saving drugs.
Chlorine Science Center
The Science Center strives to provide teachers and students with resources that help improve the way scientific and environmental issues are discussed in the classroom.
The Chlorine Tree
Explore the blossoming branches of the interactive The Chlorine Tree and discover the myriad products and services that chlorine chemistry provides.
Global Bug Conspiracy – Go on a top-secret, fact-finding mission to learn about the unseen army of bacteria and viruses that can infect our food and water and make us sick.
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Interactive Plant Tour: A Brief Look Inside a Modern Day Chemistry Facility
The video tour takes you from the secure front gate of a typical chemistry facility to its high-tech nerve center and into a town hall meeting of plant employees.
History of ACC in Brief
The only way to know where you're going is to know where you've been. Take a look back with "History of ACC in Brief," the new online, interactive walk down memory lane. Browse historical facts and photographs from as early as 1872 and explore the Council's roots as a fledgling group of 14 members called the Manufacturing Chemists' Association.
Careers in Chemistry: Employee Profiles
Virtually every major advancement in the world these days has a basis in chemistry. Chemistry professionals bring work done in the laboratory to life.
Careers in Chemistry—Career Descriptions from ACS
Chemists transform everyday materials into amazing things. While some chemists work to find a cure for cancer, others research ways to protect the environment. Still others discover new materials to make heating our homes more energy-efficient, or new textiles to be used in the latest fashions.
"Making Modernity"—The Chemical Heritage Foundation's History of Science Museum
The permanent exhibition is a sophisticated celebration of both chemistry and the continuing quest for scientific mastery. The subjects covered include becoming a chemist, chemists, and the wider world, new tools and technologies, making materials for the masses, and the perils of progress.
Online Magazine From Merck Provides the Story Behind the Story
"M—The Explorer Magazine," takes visitors on a voyage of exploration. The online medium provides insights into the company and tells exciting stories about the stories making news using a journalistic and multimedia approach.
ChemMatters
ChemMatters, the award-winning magazine for high school chemistry students, demystifies chemistry at work in our everyday lives. Each issue includes a Teacher's Guide containing background information, follow-up hands-on activities, classroom demonstrations, and other resources to facilitate student comprehension.
Chlorine Science Center's Gateway to Education
The Chlorine Science Center is your gateway to other great educational resources on the web. Browse a list of other great websites, sorted by general category. Check out links to websites on chemistry, environment, earth science, biology, and more.
History of Chemistry
With information provided by the Chemical Heritage Foundation, this resource provides Time Lines showing major achievements in chemistry and the Faces of the individuals behind those achievements.
Interactive Periodic Table of the Elements
Merck has improved its successful interactive periodic table of the elements even further; the new version 2.0 of the award-winning reference tool provides more information, new functions and an even more appealing presentation.
Chlorine Science Center
The Science Center strives to provide teachers and students with resources that help improve the way scientific and environmental issues are discussed in the classroom.
Teaching Plastics
Hands on Plastics™ (HOP™) science education investigation kits contain everything you need to design and implement a thorough and engaging investigation into the chemistry and characteristics of plastics. Learning activities are inquiry-based. HOP™ is available for classrooms that use Bunsen burners, and HOP2™ is for those classrooms that do NOT use this science education equipment. HOP Jr.™ offers plastics science education activities and resources for elementary school teachers. Click here to order your Hands On Plastics science education investigation kit today!
Chemical Heritage Foundation
The Chemical Heritage Foundation serves the community of the chemical and molecular sciences, and the wider public, by treasuring the past, educating the present, and inspiring the future.
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Plastics and the 2010 Olympic Winter Games
The 2010 Winter Olympic Games are now over; however, you can still learn about how plastics and the products of chemistry helped athletes shatter records and win medals.
History of Plastic
In today's world, life without plastics is incomprehensible. Every day, plastics contribute to our health, safety and peace of mind. But what about plastics' history—how were plastic materials invented and discovered? Who were the key individuals in plastics' development and use?
Plastics: The Basics of Polymer Chemistry
This website explores the nature of plastics and polymers. Natural polymers include such things as tar and shellac, tortoise shell and horns, as well as tree saps that produce amber and latex.
Facts About BPA
Learn about BPA facts, statistics, and myths regarding this chemical and its many applications.
Plastic Foodservice Facts
A rich source for all sorts of information on the plastic foodservice packaging that we use every day.
Plastics Make it PossibleSM
Highlights the many ways plastics inspire innovations that improve our lives, solve big problems and help us design a safer, more promising future.
PlasticsInfo.org
PlasticsInfo.org provides useful tips and simple solutions to help you make the most of the innovation and convenience plastics have to offer.
Plastics MythBuster
Puzzled by something you read about plastics? Use this site to look up the status of a rumor and learn what the experts have to say.
Plastic Bag Facts
Sure plastic bags are convenient. Did you know they're an environmentally responsible choice, too? Find out why at plasticbagfacts.org.
Marine Debris Solutions
Plastic makers agree: plastics go in the recycling bin, not the ocean. Learn what we’re doing to help prevent marine debris.
Plastics Resource
A collection of resources related to “green living”, providing insights on choosing recycled plastic products, finding new and creative uses for old items, and cutting back on our use of natural resources.
Plastics in Sports
Advances in facilities and sports equipment have allowed athletes to push the physical limits of the human body. In virtually every athletic event, plastics are making major contributions to performance or safety. Find out how different plastics are being used in your favorite sport or view a summary of different plastics and their uses in various sports.
Polyurethane
Learn how polyurethane is made and discover the myriad products and services that polyurethane chemistry provides.
Polystyrene
Polystyrene Benefits Brochure: Take a Closer Look at Today's Polystyrene Packaging—Safe, Affordable and Environmentally Responsible
Teaching Plastics
Hands on Plastics™ (HOP™) science education investigation kits contain everything you need to design and implement a thorough and engaging investigation into the chemistry and characteristics of plastics. Learning activities are inquiry-based. HOP™ is available for classrooms that use Bunsen burners, and HOP2™ is for those classrooms that do NOT use this science education equipment. HOP Jr.™ offers plastics science education activities and resources for elementary school teachers. Click here to order your Hands On Plastics science education investigation kit today!
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Solvents Explained
This site explores the physical and chemical properties of solvents. Combinations of solvents are used to make spray paints that dry quickly and don’t clog the spray nozzle, and inks that don’t smudge.
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Vinyl: Infinite Uses
From the alarm clock that wakes you up in the morning to the house that keeps you comfortable and safe at night, vinyl plays a vital role in your everyday life.
