The American Chemical Society (ACS) is committed to the health and safety of both humans and the environment in all operations of the chemical enterprise. Regulations that support the protection of ...

Demonstrate the chemiluminescence of luminol to explain how fireflies put on their glow-in-the-dark show.

Think about your favorite shirt. What color is it — and how did it become that color? The dye manufacturer tested different types of fabrics to see how the color would look on each. The manufacturer ...

Electricity can flow through some materials but not others. If electricity flows through a material, the material is said to “conduct” electricity. In this activity, you can use batteries, an aluminum ...

Some objects float in water and other sink. But did you know that you can change whether something floats or sinks by adding a substance to the water? Let's try it and see! Pour water into a cup until ...

On behalf of the American Chemical Society, President Mary K. Carroll congratulates the winners of the 2024 Nobel Prize in ...

You may have used vinegar and baking soda before to make bubbles. In this experiment, we add a little dish detergent to make the bubbles last longer and see if you can use chemistry to control the ...

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Oktoberfest celebrations may be winding down, but ACS journals are overflowing with beer-related advancements. Three recent ...

Researchers report in ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology that they have discovered an enzyme that breaks apart ...

Disposal: All unused solutions can be poured down the drain with running water. All the apple pieces can be disposed of in the trash. Have you ever thrown away apple or avocado slices because they ...