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ChemMatters is an educational magazine containing fascinating articles on hot topics for teenagers. By demystifying the chemistry behind a subject—be it barbecue, perfume, or nutrition labels—our articles explain the connection between the chemistry teenagers learn in school and the world around them. ChemMatters is used by thousands of teachers across the United States as a complement to textbook.
Open for Discussion: The Big Bag Battle
By Barbara Sitzman and Regis Goode
Paper, plastic, or reusable bags? What is best for the environment?
Ice, Cream... and Chemistry
By Brian Rohrig
What are the ingredients in ice cream that make it so delicious?
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- Going the Distance: Searching for Sustainable Shoes
Some of the chemicals used to make shoes are toxic to the environment. So, shoe manufacturers, such as PUMA, are now working on processes that are better for the environment. We take a look at Re-Suedes, PUMA’s latest “green” shoes.
Teacher's Guide - It's Not Easy Being Green... Or Is It?
Paper or plastic bags? Glass or plastic bottles? The answers may surprise you.
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- An Explosion of Diamonds
Mining diamonds is strenuous, dangerous, and labor-intensive. So how about making diamonds in a laboratory? Several companies are doing just that… with explosives.
Teacher's Guide
- From Waste to Energy... Thanks to Methane
Food scraps and human waste can be used to produce energy, which is often economical and good for the environment.
Teacher's Guide
TRY THIS PUZZLE! Chem Crostic
Test your chemistry skills
A New Pigment Comes out of the Blue
Scientists have patented an environmentally-friendly, non-toxic blue pigment.
Emergency Lesson Plans
The ChemMatters DVD collection features 30 years of ChemMatters articles dating back to 1983 and teacher's guides dating back to 1990. This is a great resource for class projects, library research, and science fairs. Learn more