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Science Experiments for Kids Part 1: Heat and Release of Gas

You have found the first in a four-part series on science experiments that kids can safely get involved with at home - while having fun! We hope these exciting chemical reactions will encourage children to learn about chemistry, and discover how exciting science can be. Simple Science Experiments for Kids Heat Transfer Science Experiment Chemical reactions occur when two or more elements...

What Do Environmental Chemists Do?

Environmental chemistry is an exciting career concerned with what is known as the ‘fate and transport’ of chemicals in the environment. Often confused with green chemistry, environmental chemists analyse how chemicals and biochemicals alike move through the environment, and how these can impact animals, ecosystems, and our own health. If you want to learn more about what environmental chemists do,...

How & Why Is Chemical Energy Stored In Food?

Food is basically solar energy that’s stored in the form of complex biochemical substances. The process of releasing stored energy from food is almost as complex as the process of storing energy in food. This article will explain how this process works, as well as why it happens.  A Brief Overview Of Chemical Energy Chemical energy is simply energy that is...

The Chemistry of Dreaming

The answer to why we dream is something that has eluded scientists since the dawn of time. It remains one of the most mysterious functions of the human body, and even in 2020, researchers are still stumped by the question of exactly why and how we dream. But with the abundance of recent studies, we can at least start...

What Are Steroids?

As biologically active organic compounds, steroids are artificial hormones that are derived from naturally-occurring hormones in the body. These compounds are structurally composed of four cycloalkane rings found in multicellular organisms. Steroids mainly function as vital biocomponents that affect a huge range of physiological processes.  Types Of Steroids There are hundreds of different natural steroid hormones that can be artificially synthesised....

What Can You Do With A PhD In Chemistry?

If you’re wondering what you can do with a PhD in chemistry, this article will help you identify some of the possible career paths that will be open to you.  What Is A Chemistry PhD? A chemistry PhD is a postgraduate degree that is usually focussed on a specific subject in chemistry. At this level of education, you are able to...

10 Best Science Instagram Accounts You Should Follow

With the increasing use of the phrase "Science Meets Art", people are realising more and more how we can see the beauty in science. With this in mind, some major science publications have extended their social media presence to Instagram, so anyone interested in science or art can experience science through visual media. Here are our 10 of the best...

What Is A Dietary Supplement?

What is a dietary supplement? Well, dietary supplements can be minerals, vitamins, proteins, enzymes, or any other nutritional products that are marketed as health-boosting food supplements. Sometimes, dietary supplements are even implied to have natural curative or holistic properties. However, this belief is often contradicted by the disclaimers on the products’ labels, which assert that they do not have any...

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At The Science Blog, we write about the latest from the world of science, chemistry, and chemical manufacturing. From the chemical methods of food preservation, soap making and why Mentos react with cola to the different types of salt in chemistry and the chemistry of fire, you’ll find all the resources you need to sate (and pique!) your curiosity about science.

If you’re interested in a career in science or chemistry, you can also use The Science Blog to find all the information you need on chemical careers. Whether you want to learn how you can pursue your dream job, or simply want to know what skills you need to pursue a STEM career, The Science Blog empowers you with the knowledge you need to begin your journey.

If you’re part of the chemical manufacturing industry, or want to learn more about it, The Science Blog also features a range of articles that focus on exactly that. Maybe you want to know how you can make your chemical manufacturing facility more eco-friendly, learn how titration is used in the pharmaceutical industry, explore the latest version of the ISO 9001 Standard, understand chemical reagents or uncover the benefits of cleanroom contract packing.

And for all of you chemistry buffs out there, The Science Blog lets you delve deeper into complex topics like the pH scale, aldehydes, ketones, HEPES buffer, and diagnostic reagents. Discussing the molecular structures and uses of different chemicals, we help you better understand the inner workings of common substances used in science. No matter what aspect of chemistry you’re interested in, The Science Blog has it all!

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