Articles written by Simon Davies

From tin cans and bronze to superconducting wires and pesticides, tin is an important part of the modern world.

Apr 29, 2011 - Simon Davies

IUPAC has developed an experiment to be done by chemistry students across the world to highlight the properties and importance of water.

Feb 13, 2011 - Simon Davies

Copper is used in coins, pipes, electrical wiring, electronic components and the human body.

Feb 5, 2011 - Simon Davies

The molecular structure of a substance can be deduced from a consideration of its physical and chemical properties.

Jan 23, 2011 - Simon Davies

A solution of hydrogen chloride gas in water has various applications in industry, chemical production and in the home.

Jan 4, 2011 - Simon Davies

When fuels like hydrocarbons are burned, bonds are broken and formed, and energy is released.

Dec 19, 2010 - Simon Davies

The Nobel Prize for Chemistry was awarded in biochemical techniques, thermodynamics, organic synthesis, nuclear chemistry and analytical chemistry.

Nov 22, 2010 - Simon Davies

The active site of an enzyme plays a key role in the catalysis of biochemical reactions.

Nov 20, 2010 - Simon Davies

During the 1940s, the Nobel Prize for Chemistry was awarded for work on radioactivity, nuclear fission, fodder preservation, enzymes and alkaloids

Nov 3, 2010 - Simon Davies

The highest honor in Chemistry was awarded to three organic chemists who developed reactions to combine organic molecules using palladium catalysts.

Oct 7, 2010 - Simon Davies

To produce iron from its ore, it is mixed with coke and limestone and heated in a blast furnace.

Oct 3, 2010 - Simon Davies

Titrations are the standard method to determine the amount of a substance in an unknown solution.

Oct 3, 2010 - Simon Davies

In the lead up to the Second World War, the Nobel Prize was awarded in the areas of X-ray diffraction, vitamins, and sex hormones.

Sep 13, 2010 - Simon Davies

What are acids? What are bases? How do they react together? What causes neutralization?

Aug 30, 2010 - Simon Davies

Solutions play an important part in chemical processes, involving a solvent, a solute, solubility, and crystallization.

Aug 17, 2010 - Simon Davies

In the late 1920s, the Chemistry Prize was awarded for work in the areas of colloids, natural chemicals and fermentation.

Aug 16, 2010 - Simon Davies

Between 1916 and 1923 five Chemistry Nobel Prizes were awarded for work on fertilizers, isotopes, thermochemistry and organic microanalysis.

Aug 11, 2010 - Simon Davies

The first five Nobel Laureates for Chemistry were recognized for their achievements in the areas of physical, organic and inorganic chemistry

Jul 17, 2010 - Simon Davies

The Nobel Prize for Chemistry, chosen by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, is the highest honour any researcher in this field can receive.

Jul 17, 2010 - Simon Davies

Folic acid deficiency can cause spina bifida in unborn babies, and may have an effect on the incidence of heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer's disease.

May 24, 2010 - Simon Davies

Vitamins are vital for the health of the human body, although they are required in very small quantities.

May 6, 2010 - Simon Davies

Indonesia plans to use its volcanic resources to generate clean renewable energy, says Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono.

Apr 26, 2010 - Simon Davies

The carbonyl functional group is present in two important groups of organic compounds - the aldehydes and the ketones.

Apr 18, 2010 - Simon Davies

The Maillard Reaction occurs when meat is cooked, and amino acids react with reducing sugars to form colours and flavours.

Apr 13, 2010 - Simon Davies

Hydrogen is the smallest, lightest, most abundant element in the universe, and the foundation of the Hydrogen Economy.

Apr 9, 2010 - Simon Davies

The geometrical shape of molecules can be determined from calculating the number of electron pairs around the central atom.

Apr 6, 2010 - Simon Davies

The differences in the chemistry of the cheese making process of various families of cheese, including fresh, soft and hard cheese, are outlined.

Apr 6, 2010 - Simon Davies

The carboxylic acids - a group that includes vinegar, also known as ethanoic acid, is described, along with their properties and reactions

Apr 6, 2010 - Simon Davies

Thermodynamics is foundational to the study of physical chemistry, examining the energy changes involved in chemical reactions.

Mar 28, 2010 - Simon Davies

Hard water reduces the effect of soap and detergent and causes limescale build up, but provides a useful source of calcium and magnesium. What softeners are available?

Mar 14, 2010 - Simon Davies

Nitrogen and oxygen make up most of the air, and the nitrogen cycle controls its use in the vital processes of life.

Mar 8, 2010 - Simon Davies

This article is a description of the reactivity series in which metals are arranged according to their reactivity, affecting their use and extraction.

Feb 27, 2010 - Simon Davies

This article provides an explanation of the concept of representing elements and compounds by chemical symbols and chemical formulae.

Feb 26, 2010 - Simon Davies

A description of a range of chromatography techniques including thin layer chromatography, gas-liquid chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography

Feb 7, 2010 - Simon Davies

A team from Michigan Technological University have devised a method to synthesise Boron Nitride Nanotubes, which have potential applications in electronics

Jan 18, 2010 - Simon Davies

An explanation of the working of an oil refinery: taking crude oil and separating, converting and treating it to produce fuel and other petroleum products

Jan 17, 2010 - Simon Davies

The story of William Perkin, who discovered the first synthetic dye, and commercialised its production by constructing the first chemical plant.

Jan 16, 2010 - Simon Davies

Energy saving light bulbs - compact fluorescent lights, consume less electricity and last ten times longer, but they contain mercury. LED bulbs will be a better idea

Jan 12, 2010 - Simon Davies

The chemicals involved in the excited feelings of initial attraction, and those that enable long-term commitment in a couple

Jan 9, 2010 - Simon Davies

An overview of the chemistry and applications of the lanthanide rare earth element neodymium, a constituent of super-strength magnets used to minaturise electric motors.

Jan 9, 2010 - Simon Davies

The important elements of the periodic table known as the rare earth metals are used in many emerging technologies including hybrid cars and rechargeable batteries.

Jan 8, 2010 - Simon Davies

How and why should youead through the entire Bible in a year? A summary of some of the reading plans for the Holy Scriptures.

Jan 4, 2010 - Simon Davies

Is it better for health and the environment to use biological or non biological detergents?

Nov 7, 2009 - Simon Davies

Autumn's colours herald the end of summer and are followed by the Fall of the leaves, but why does it happen? It is all about protecting the trees.

Oct 19, 2009 - Simon Davies

Haggai exhorted the people to rebuild the temple, and encouraged them that God would fill it with his glory in a dramatic way.

Aug 17, 2009 - Simon Davies

An overview of the history and content of the six post-exilic books of the Old Testament - Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi

Jul 25, 2009 - Simon Davies

The Neolithic period marks an important turning point in the development of the Chinese civilisation, as recognisable cultural communities developed.

Jul 20, 2009 - Simon Davies

A biblical definition of the Christian Church, as Jesus Christ meant it to be.

Jul 4, 2009 - Simon Davies

Improve your enjoyment of open air rock, pop or classical concerts by preparing and understanding what will go on.

Jun 20, 2009 - Simon Davies

The story of expanded polystyrene, a material that is used for packaging but also in CD cases and plastic model kits.

Jun 17, 2009 - Simon Davies