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I am a Science and Chemistry teacher focused on Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A. I am also heavily involved in the National Chemistry Olympiad program. By way of background I have a PhD in inorganic chemistry and entered teaching after 13 years in the food industry. I guess I am a bit old fashioned - I don't use twitter and I have no idea what instagram or Pinterest are......but I love my subject and I love working with students.

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I am a Science and Chemistry teacher focused on Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A. I am also heavily involved in the National Chemistry Olympiad program. By way of background I have a PhD in inorganic chemistry and entered teaching after 13 years in the food industry. I guess I am a bit old fashioned - I don't use twitter and I have no idea what instagram or Pinterest are......but I love my subject and I love working with students.
Chemistry: organic - elucidation of unknowns for AS or IB students
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Chemistry: organic - elucidation of unknowns for AS or IB students

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This resource consists of two worksheets. The first work sheet is based on a series of unknowns (a-o) that are either a reagent or a product (about 30-50 min. to complete depending on ability of student). The reactions are limited to oxidation, reduction, nucleophilic substitution, chlorination, cyanation and addition reactions. The worksheet will suit students A-level chemistry or with an interest in the National Chemistry Olympiad competition. The second worksheet (ws3) is 3 pages long and has 24 questions requiring either structures, short answers or descriptions for answers. Answers are included.
Chemistry: test-periodicity for 14-16 yr olds
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Chemistry: test-periodicity for 14-16 yr olds

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This resource is a test that covers various aspects of periodicity: sub atomic numbers, electron configuration, assigning charge to ionic species, some electrolysis questions and a few word equations (eg. photosynthesis) requiring symbols equations. The test takes about 1 hour.
Chemistry: REDOX test for 15-17 yr olds  - 1 hour
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Chemistry: REDOX test for 15-17 yr olds - 1 hour

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This test is about 1 hours long. It includes questions about calculating oxidation number, observations and balancing half and full REDOX equations. Answers are included. This test would be useful for students doing IGCSE and AS chemistry. With all the best intentions in the world, mistakes do get made. Please tell me if there is an error and I will correct it and organise to send you a corrected copy.
General chemistry test- 14-16 yr olds-mainly periodic table and balancing eqns
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General chemistry test- 14-16 yr olds-mainly periodic table and balancing eqns

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This test comprises about 45 marks worth of short answer questions (with answers). The focus is on the periodic table, electron configuration, balancing simple word and symbol, equations, universal indicator colors and a few questions concerning the electrolysis of NaCl. With all the best intentions in the world, mistakes do get made. Please tell me if there is an error and I will correct it and organise to send you a corrected copy.
Biology: punnett square problems and interpretation of pedigree charts
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Biology: punnett square problems and interpretation of pedigree charts

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This resource contains two double sided problem sheets (and answers). The first is a series of punnet square focused problems and the 2nd asks students to interpret and answer questions from two pedigree charts. Both also contain some short answer questions. It will suit students who have not studied Genetics before. Key words: homozygous, heterozygous, dominant, recessive, punnet squares, zygote, chromosomes, pedigree charts. Thank you to everyone that bought this resource. If you get a spare 2 minutes could you leave some feedback? It is the only way I will know whether it meets your needs or what I might need to do to develop it further. My students want me to make up some more similar-styled worksheets, which I will load in the near future.
States of matter worksheets; Elements/compounds/molecules and mixtures- 4 activities
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States of matter worksheets; Elements/compounds/molecules and mixtures- 4 activities

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This resource consists of 4 worksheets (some double sided) and answers. * The first two are starter activities and take about 10-15 minutes to complete. * The elements-compounds-molecules and mixtures worksheet has a variety of exercises. * The states of matter worksheet largely focuses on a number of short answer questions based on every day scenarios. There are also some diagrams to complete. The resources target students who are in year 8-10 (13-15 years old) depending on curriculum.
Chemistry: practical - rates of reaction - iodine clock
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Chemistry: practical - rates of reaction - iodine clock

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This practical gets students to measure the rate of reaction when a thiosulfate solution is mixed with hydrogen peroxide. The resource includes a brief background to the experiment, a sheet to record data and some instructions for the Technician to help make up the solutions. This resource can be used for younger students to improve their experimental technique and interpretation and graphing skills (leave out the chemical equations) or for A2 Cambridge, Honors or AP students who wish to measure more detailed reaction kinetics. Some errors were found and have since been addressed (2016) Key words: kinetics, reaction rate, collision theory, iodine clock reaction, experiment
Chinese-English - learning the English words for the elements of the periodic table
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Chinese-English - learning the English words for the elements of the periodic table

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These activities were developed to help native Chinese students learn the English words for the elements of the periodic table. Our lessons are slower than in the typical timetabled class. I found that these worksheets helped the students gain confidence in the spoken and written word as well as learn about the periodic table. Over a 2 week period and many practical activities there was a significant increase in their communication and general engagement in the classroom. This resource bundle includes a funworder where the student must find the element (and atomic number) based on the Chinese word; two worksheets which require the student to fill in the English word or the Chinese word and a cross word puzzle. Answers are included. I am not a native Chinese speaker but have had the resources checked by a native speaking Chinese student. If there are any errors please get in touch and I will make the appropriate changes. I would also like feedback as I have a series of resources I will be publishing in the coming weeks. Your feedback will help direct my focus.
Chemistry: REDOX - galvanic cells and EMF calculations
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Chemistry: REDOX - galvanic cells and EMF calculations

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This resource consists of 7 pages of REDOX problems involving all or some of the following tasks: drawing a cell diagram, balancing equations and calculating the EMF of the cell in question. The worksheets will suit students enrolled in IB or A level Chemistry or preparing for a national Chemistry Olympiad competition. Answers are provided as well as general REDOX notes. Key words: REDOX, Chemistry Olympiad, EMF, calculations, cell diagrams, Latimer diagrams. 9Feb18: notes and some worksheet answers reworded.
Chemistry: test / worksheet - atomic structure
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Chemistry: test / worksheet - atomic structure

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This resource is two pages long and covers the following topics: atomic structure, balanced word and symbol equations, balancing a combustion reaction, interpreting electronic configuration, an electrolysis question (ZnBr2) and forming ionic compounds. It could be used as either a test or a worksheet. Answers are included. The level would be useful for entry level chemistry students
Physics: Energy, Force and Power calculations for 14-16 year olds
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Physics: Energy, Force and Power calculations for 14-16 year olds

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Two worksheets: * A 4-page worksheet with problems (and answers) on work/ energy, power and force. * A 2-page worksheet focused on Ep and Ek calculations to show how you can go between the two two values (energy is energy is energy) The student is required to rearrange equations and solve for the unknown. Answers are provided.
Physics: motion - v =d/t and a = v/t problems and interpretation of graphs
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Physics: motion - v =d/t and a = v/t problems and interpretation of graphs

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This resource contains 3 worksheets (8 pages of varying problems) and answers. ws1: calculations using the equation v = d/t including rearrangement. Some problems ask the student to convert different units (eg seconds to hours). ws2: calculations using the equation a = v/t. The problems include interpreting graphs, drawing graphs, calculations and unit conversions. It is 4 pages long so fits a fold A3 page. ws3: calculations based on interpretation of graphs: calculating distance and acceleration All questions are based on metric units.
Chemistry: difficult chemical calculation problems
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Chemistry: difficult chemical calculation problems

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This resource consists of 4 problems in which the student has to work out the % of different compounds in a mixture. They are challenging and would suit mathematically strong students who are enrolled in Honors, AP or who want to compete in the National Chemistry Olympiad competition.
Electricity: interpreting circuits, calculations and some harder structured questions
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Electricity: interpreting circuits, calculations and some harder structured questions

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This resource consists of two 4-page worksheets (and answers). The first w/s asks the student to interpret some series or parallel circuit diagrams and calculate either I, V, R or P. The second starts with some simple calculations but finishes with short-answer questions in which the student needs to reason (rather than reach for the calculator) an answer. It encourages students to write WHY rather than just supply a simple number. If the buyer finds any mistakes please tell me and I will update the resources and send an updated version.
Chemistry: lewis structure and molecular shapes-ws3
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Chemistry: lewis structure and molecular shapes-ws3

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This worksheet has 2 pages of problems (and answers) which require a Lewis structure and a molecular shape. Some of the questions ask students to compare molecule bond angles and explain why they differ. A set of notes with examples is included. This resource would be useful for students enrolled in Honors or AP.
Chemistry: organic - elucidation of unknowns
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Chemistry: organic - elucidation of unknowns

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This work sheet has a series of unknowns (a-o) that are either a reagent or a product. The reactions are limited to oxidation, reduction, nucleophilic substitution, chlorination, cyanation and addition reactions. The worksheet will suit students enrolled in Honors, AP or with an interest in the National Chemistry Olympiad competition. Answers are included.
Chemistry: practical - careful choice of an Indicator
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Chemistry: practical - careful choice of an Indicator

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This experiment gets students to compare pH titration data collected using different indicators. It shows the importance of choosing the correct indicator. The experiment(s) are easily carried out in 50 minutes and students can do up to 8 titrations during the class. Data is reported back to the teacher and the results shared with the wider class. Student feedback suggests this is a very useful practical and the repetitive nature of the experiment allows them to fine-tune their experimental skills. The practical will be useful for those studying acid-base chemistry and buffer systems. Students enrolled in Honors and AP courses would find this practical beneficial. Notes for the teacher are also included Key words: buffer, acid-base, equivalence point, buffer zone, practical, pKa, indicators.
Chemistry calculations: using the formula n = m/M and calculating % composition
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Chemistry calculations: using the formula n = m/M and calculating % composition

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This resource consists of three double-sided works sheets with over 45 questions and worked answers. Each problem requires students to either calculate the number of moles, mass, molecular mass or % composition. This resource would suit those learning to use n = m/M for the first time. With all the best intentions in the world, mistakes do get made. Please tell me if there is an error and I will correct it and organise to send you a corrected copy.