Rosie Cook

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Early Solution

’In the 19th century arsenic was often the poison of choice for murderers. In the early 20th century its image was redeemed when an arsenic derivative became the salvation of those suffering from one of the major health scourges of that time: syphilis.

Waterworld

Distillations Article

During the United Nations’ International Year of Chemistry (IYC 2011), students from around the world took part in water-testing experiments and created water-themed art.

Chemistry at Play

Distillations Article

First sold in 1791 to a scientifically literate audience, chemistry sets have since occupied many niches—from colorful children’s toys to essential educational tools. Now making a comeback after years of public neglect, modern chemistry sets are ready to deal with the issues of the 21st century.