6 Uses of Specialty and Custom Chemicals
February 24, 2020
Specialty chemicals are also known as “effect” or “performance” chemicals, as they are specifically formulated to create a specific function or..
The Advances in Battery Composition
February 18, 2020
Although the term “battery” was not used until Benjamin Franklin’s experiments in 1749, what are now called “Baghdad batteries” were first used in..
5 Notable Women in STEM
February 11, 2020
STEM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, is an interdisciplinary approach to educating the next generation for the jobs..
6 Notable Use Cases of Silicon
January 27, 2020
Did you know there is silicon on the moon? During the moon landing of 1969, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins left a small..
How Barium is Used in Everyday Life
January 20, 2020
We often think of lead as the toughest metal, but did you know barium is just a little bit tougher? An underdog on the periodic table, barium is..
Side by Side Comparison: Potassium Hydroxide and Sodium Hydroxide - Similarities, Differences and Use Cases
January 13, 2020
Sometimes choosing the right chemical for your project can get tricky. The chemical world is vast and with so many similar compounds, sometimes..
A Buyer's Guide to Aluminum Nitrate
January 6, 2020
Starting a project that requires the use of aluminum nitrate? This simple buyer’s guide will help you familiarize yourself with the compound to..
What is the Difference Between Ferrous and Ferric Oxide
December 30, 2019
The smallest idiosyncrasies can make a world of difference. Especially in the world of chemistry. There are 118 known elements on Earth that make..
10 Things to Know About Copper(II) Chloride
December 16, 2019
When we think of copper, we often think of shiny pennies or pipes at the hardware store. But copper has many uses beyond coins and pipes. ..