What is Green Chemistry? Green chemistry can be thought of as an idea or a philosophy to design chemicals in a way that reduces the production of hazardous substances. Quite simply you can think of it as 'sustainable' chemistry. However, it is interesting to note that it is
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We have to realize that climate change is no longer a threat in the future, it is an immediate reality. It is an extremely important topic that we need to address now. But before we go any further, have you heard of the Boiling Frog myth? It states that if
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Biodiversity on our planet is being affected by all kinds of human activities. From pollution and waste contamination and climate change to so many other factors, the biodiversity on Earth is steadily decreasing. Over one-third of all marine animals are currently under the threat of extinction due to over-fishing, climate
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Mercury is an element known for its property of being liquid in room temperature. Despite its dazzling appearance, it is a very toxic substance that has killed many famous individuals and can cause serious environmental damage. Mercury's properties make it very valuable; especially in industrial sectors. Background Mercury
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Imagine this, a tired chemist dozes of for a few hours only to dream about a snake that is biting its own tail. This dream may sound very bizarre to us but it would later lead to one of the most renowned discoveries in the field of organic chemistry. This
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When discussing the discovery of DNA's double helix structure, James Watson and Francis Crick are two common names that pop up. These scientists received a Nobel Prize in Physiology/Medicine in 1962 for their discovery of the molecular structure of DNA. However, what many people don't
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The honeymoon case; was it a simple suicide or a love triangle? This is the real-life incident of Christina Kettlewell and her mysterious death in 1947 (Ontario, Canada)