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6 Artists Getting Creative with Chemicals

The range of possible applications of chemicals is truly endless; they make up everything and are the catalysts that allow everything to happen. However, it may come as a surprise to learn that increasing numbers of artists are getting creative with chemicals and exploring the qualities chemicals can provide when they react with certain materials. The results are quite...

What Is Amphetamine?

What is amphetamine? Well, amphetamines are a class of drugs that stimulate the central nervous system. They are also known as psycho-stimulants, and are sometimes used as a treatment for those who have the following disorders:Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Narcolepsy Parkinson’s disease ObesityAlthough amphetamine has medical uses, it is also an addictive drug that has the tendency...

The Chemistry of Fire

We’ve all heard of fire, and see it almost every day in matches, lighters, fireworks, gas hobs, and fireplaces. But this ostensibly simple reaction is actually a complex scientific event. What is Fire Exactly? Fire is an exothermic, self-perpetuating reaction that happens when a solid, liquid or gas-phase fuel undergoes rapid oxidation. This is known as combustion, and the reaction releases...

What Are Pesticides?

Even as human society progresses, people’s basic needs still include food, warmth, and health. In many countries, however, there are still factors which hinder us from attaining these crucial goals. How do pesticides come into this? And what are pesticides?Loss of agricultural yield due to natural calamities or disease has always been an issue, more so if paired with...

The Science Behind Vitamin D Supplements

Vitamin D is important in the process of calcium absorption by the bones. It also has an important role in immunity and neurological functions. A deficiency in vitamin D can cause loss of bone density, which eventually can lead to osteoporosis. Severe vitamin D deficiency also causes osteomalacia or softening of the bones, symptoms of which include bone weakness,...

Why Are Chemicals Stored In Plastic Containers?

Have you ever wondered why plastic containers are most commonly used for storing chemicals? It goes well beyond the variety of shapes and sizes they come in, or the environmental benefits they offer, although these are major bonuses. Plastic Chemical Storage Storing a chemical in the right container is the first way to ensure safety when handling strong acids and bases....

The Science Behind LSD

The artistic subculture inspired or even fuelled by LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) is well-documented, but how about the science behind LSD? How and where did the drug originate? How does LSD work and how does it affect people? We’ll be answering those questions in this article.Arguably, LSD is one of the defining drugs that influenced music, visual arts, and...

Guide to First Aid in a Chemical Laboratory

There are certain hazards you can encounter when working in a lab that are unique to the chemical industry, so it's important to have a guide to first aid in a chemical laboratory.It’s possible that injuries can occur that require immediate on-site attention and treatment, so chemical manufacturers should have safety precautions in place. This is a guide to...

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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.

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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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