Resources

Materials for the classroom

A range of materials have been produced to assist with teaching chemical measurement and analytical science.

Click on the links below for information on individual resources.

In addition to the resources in this section of the site, there is a wide range of books, guides and software available. Visit the Publications area to view the full range of products.

Contaminated Land Study

A resource developed in conjunction with Edexcel to assist with the development and assessment of a range of Key Skills up to Level 3.

Introducing measurement uncertainty

A booklet, aimed at A-Level students, which explains why measurement uncertainty is important and how uncertainty is evaluated.

Introduction to measurement terminology

A booklet which explains the importance of clear communication in science and gives clear definitions of terms commonly used in analytical science.

Introduction to measurement

A set of four A2 size colour posters covering: sampling; qualitative and quantitative analysis; precision, bias and accuracy; and measurement uncertainty.

Errors and uncertainty

A full colour A4 leaflet introducing the concepts of error and uncertainty.

Testing for nickel on the spot

A one page leaflet describing a simple spot test for the detection of nickel in jewellery and other metal items.