Chemistry in Context: Applying Chemistry to Society

Teach chemistry in the context of everyday life and examine world issues through a science lens!

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Chemistry in Context is a successful, issues-based curriculum developed by the American Chemical Society for non-science majors at the college level. The book is available in print and as an ebook.

Clips from featured simulations

New Simulations

New Simulations

Web-based simulations allow students to better understand different methods, manipulate variables to investigate properties, and see chemistry happen before their eyes.

Interactive activities

Interactive activities

Updated Your Turn questions include interactive web-based opportunities to help students develop a deep understanding of the chemistry involved, with real life contexts.

Capstone Chapter

Whodunit?

A capstone chapter highlights how forensic science can be used to solve a crime. A lab mysteriously catches fire and students investigate a "whodunit" style murder case to solve with the help of chemistry.

View a Past Chemistry in Context Workshop

Get hands-on training from the authors, who are seasoned educators, on how to successfully execute the content and experiments in your classroom.

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Chemistry in Context - 10th Edition

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