Electrochemistry – Science in School

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February 3, 2025 | Issue 71

I’ve got the power: meet a simple device that can create a powerful sterilizing solution from just air, water, and electricity.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Engineering, Health, News from the EIROs, Physics, Science and society, Sustainability

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February 3, 2025 | Issue 71

Stacking up: use common household items like coins and paper explore one of the most significant scientific discoveries of the 19th century.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Engineering, Physics

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February 1, 2024 | Issue 66

Redox reactions carried out by inexpensive baker’s yeast during breadmaking can also be used to demonstrate biofuel cells in the classroom.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Sustainability

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September 7, 2015 | Issue 33

Watching what happens to the electrodes in a lithium-ion battery with neutron science.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Physics, Chemistry

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