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What ignited the Hindenburg?

3 July 2015

We look at the theories behind the cause of the German airship disaster
Elements
Sodium

11 May 2015

It’s salt, soda and street lights, but also much more, explains John Emsley
Feature
The Lion, the Wich and the Waller

11 May 2015

Almost 30 years after its closure, the historic Lion Salt Works in Cheshire opens its doors to the public. Volunteer Mike Tingle relates some of its history
Elements
Molybdenum

9 March 2015

John Emsley looks at an element that holds the key to life on Earth
Elements
Bismuth

20 November 2014

John Emsley examines a heavy metal that gleams, calms and quenches
Elements
Barium

10 September 2014

John Emsley looks at an element that, despite first appearances, has some interesting applications
Elements
Boron

3 July 2014

John Emsley looks at the element that links olive trees with semiconductors
Elements
Nickel

8 May 2014

John Emsley investigates the element of batteries, blades and baked beans
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Piece of Earth’s interior ‘ocean’ found in diamond

8 May 2014

Water-rich mineral points to vast stores of water 500km underground
Elements
Holmium

6 March 2014

When it comes to powerful magnets, nothing beats holmium. John Emsley investigates

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FROM THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF CHEMISTRY

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