If the fabric shrinks away from the flame, however, it is made of synthetic fibers. If it also has a sweet chemical smell, the fiber is likely polyester. The smoke and fumes from polyester are harmful ...

The reason each of these very different things can become fabric is that they all share a common chemistry. They are all made of very long molecules called polymers. Not all polymers are good for ...

Until carbon fibre composites can be mass produced ... These clips will be relevant for teaching Chemistry at KS3 and GCSE/KS4 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and National 4/5 or Higher ...