RVFM Green Chemistry: Detergents and The Environment

Understand the consequences of cultural nutrient overloading on the aquatic environment. Recognize that there may be alternative, more environmentally-friendly alternatives in typical consumer chemical goods. Demonstrate and monitor the effects of two detergent builders on natural water samples. Visually quantify the differences between phosphate and non-phosphate detergent builders on aquatic organisms.

• There are enough materials for 15 groups
• Teacher's manual and student copy masters are included
• Suitable for Key Stage 3+ (age 11 and above)

Note: Additional material is required to use this kit, see below for details.