Properties of hydrocarbons

Short, engaging multimedia learning materials on the topic of the properties of hydrocarbons, putting science in a real-life context.

Ages: 14-16

Topic: Chemical and material behaviour

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Properties and fractions of hydrocarbons video

Video

Short video looking at the properties and fractions of hydrocarbons (3:31).

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Structure and nomenclature of hydrocarbons video

Video

Short video looking at the structure and nomenclature of hydrocarbons (2:05).

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Structure and nomenclature quiz

Interactive activity

Short video looking at the structure and nomenclature of hydrocarbons.

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bp is changing

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