An Exhibition on Everyday Chemistry. Communicating Chemistry to the Public.

Ucko, David A.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ351421

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Publication Date: 1986

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An Exhibition on Everyday Chemistry. Communicating Chemistry to the Public.

Ucko, David A.; And Others

Journal of Chemical Education, v63 n12 p1081-86 Dec 1986

Discusses a recent addition to the Museum of Science and Industry (Chicago) known as "Everyday Chemistry." This permanent exhibit on modern chemistry incorporates demonstrations of chemical reactions in ways intended to enhance public understanding. Describes the six cases in the exhibit and the automated aspects of their demonstrations. (TW)

Descriptors: Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, Demonstrations (Educational), Display Aids, Exhibits, Museums, Nonschool Educational Programs, Science Activities, Science and Society, Science Education, Science Facilities, Science Instruction, Science Teaching Centers, Three Dimensional Aids

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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