What does a journal's impact factor mean, and what are its limitations?
Visual explanations of scientific topics in image format.
Understanding Impact Factors
Natural Poisons
Some plants have evolved highly poisonous compounds as a defense mechanism against predators
The Chemistry of Fireworks
Around the world, fireworks displays produce awe-inspiring moments on New Year's Eve
Espresso Crema
Why does an espresso need a crema and how should it look like?
Chemistry of Caipirinha
Caipirinha is not only the World Cup 2014 cocktail, but Brazil's national cocktail
Chemical Technology of the 1950s
100 years ago, Fritz Ullmann started to discuss topics related to industrial chemistry, the third edition covered the state-of-the art of the 1950s
Chemical Technology of the 1930s
100 years ago, Fritz Ullmann started to discuss topics related to industrial chemistry, the second edition covered the state-of-the art of the 1930s
Periodicity of Melting Points
The phenomenon of periodicity is particularly clear in the melting points of the elements
Chemical Technology of the 1910s
100 years ago, Fritz Ullmann started to discuss topics related to industrial chemistry: state-of-the art of the 1910s
From Sip to Slip: How Our Bodies Process Alcohol
What happens to alcohol after it has been consumed?