All Asking scientific questions articles – Page 4
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ResourceLiquids | Primary science video demonstrations
Demonstrate the properties of liquids to primary learners, including: suspended ice, heavy sugar and the particle disco.
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ResourceChanging materials | Primary science video demonstrations
Material changes are demonstrated using fun examples: bouncy custard, bath bombs, burning candles, fire extinguishers, lava lamps and many more.
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ResourceOlympic composites (primary level)
Find out what composites are made up of and why they are so important sporting equipment for the Olympics.
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ResourceSugar rush: edible experiments
Why is fudge gooey and why are hard boiled sweets hard? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceTemper, temper: edible experiments
Why is tempering chocolate so important? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceSupertaster: edible experiments
Do we all experience exactly the same flavours? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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Class experimentSherbet and popping candy: edible experiments
What makes sherbet fizz, and what makes popping candy pop? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment
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ResourceLove you, honey: edible experiments:
How can honey be solid or runny? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceEarth’s perfume: edible experiments
What is the chemical responsible for the earthy taste of beetroot? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceInvestigating invertase: edible experiments
How are fondant centres in chocolate created? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceCandy coatings: edible experiments
How do beetles help to make certain sweets? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceCheesy chemistry: edible experiments:
What distinct flavours can you detect in cheese? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceBitter orange: edible experiments
Why does orange juice taste horrible after brushing your teeth? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceBlowing hot and cold: edible experiments
Why do spicy foods tasts hot and minty foods taste cold? Discover the importance of chemistry in everyday eating experiences with this edible experiment.
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ResourceDense liquids: kitchen science podcasts
Introduce your students to liquids of different densities with this short podcast.
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ResourceSolutions and mixtures: kitchen science podcasts
Introduce your students to solutions, mixtures and separation techniques with this short podcast.
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ResourceSolids, liquids, gases and changes of state: kitchen science podcasts
Introduce your students to solids, liquids, gases and changes of state with this short podcast.
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ResourceReversible and irreversible changes: kitchen science podcasts
Introduce your students to reversible and irreversible changes in your kitchen with this short podcast.
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ResourceVinegar as an acid: kitchen science podcasts
Introduce your students to acids and irreversible reactions with this short podcast.
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ResourceTurn up the heat: kitchen science podcasts
Introduce your students to irreversible changes caused by heating with this short podcast.