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Jessica Clifton

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Jessica is a Director at ReAgent and leads a variety of growth projects. She has an extensive background in marketing, and has worked in the chemical manufacturing industry since 2019. When she’s not writing articles for ReAgent, Jessica can be found on a run, in her campervan, building LEGO, or watching Star Wars.
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What is the pH Scale?

The pH scale helps us measure the acidity, basicity or neutrality of a solution on a scale of 0 to 14, with 7 being the neutral marker. With this, a pH above 7 is basic, while a pH below 7

Jessica Clifton 28/01/2025
ReAgent's solar farm installation

WATCH: ReAgent’s Solar Farm Installation

As a high-growth chemical manufacturing company, ReAgent’s energy demands are increasing, so we’ve taken a major step toward reducing our environmental impact by installing a solar farm on the roof of our factory. Watch our video to see how we’ve

Jessica Clifton 22/01/2025
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What is an Ester?

What gives fruits their sweet aroma? Why do perfumes have such distinct and lasting scents? How are materials like plastics and biodiesel produced? The answer lies in esters. These organic compounds are found in nature and play a crucial role

Jessica Clifton 22/01/2025

What is Decomposition?

Everything in this world eventually decomposes. In living organisms, decomposition is simply the breaking down of dead, organic matter. In chemistry terms, it is when a single compound breaks down into at least two simpler products. From the rotting of

Jessica Clifton 08/01/2025
A man with a facemask on in a grey tshirt is checking the chlorine levels of a blue swimming pool while standing on tan-brown tiles besides it. Chlorine is an example of an anion.

What Are Anions and Cations?

If you’ve ever wondered about the tiny particles that make up our world and how they interact, you’ve likely encountered the terms “anions” and “cations.” These two are the stars of the chemistry world, vital for everything from the food

Jessica Clifton 01/01/2025
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What is Chlorine Used For?

Chlorine is typically used either as a solution or as a part of a compound like sodium hypochlorite (NaClO). As a strong oxidising agent, it’s very useful as a disinfectant even at very dilute concentrations. For instance, it’s commonly used

Jessica Clifton 18/12/2024
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2024: The Year in Review

As we wrap up 2024, we’re looking back on a year filled with exciting developments and facility upgrades, significant business milestones, and a commitment to our team, customers, and community.  Here’s a look back at ReAgent’s highlights of the year.

Jessica Clifton 17/12/2024
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What is The Haber-Bosch Process?

The Haber-Bosch process is a fascinating scientific breakthrough that has shaped modern society in ways you might not expect. Invented in the early 20th century, this method allows us to produce ammonia, a chemical essential for everything from fertilisers to

Jessica Clifton 11/12/2024