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National Chemistry Week Celebration
Thursday, October 21
Join us as we celebrate this year's theme, "Behind the Scenes with Chemistry." Learn about the difference between the special effects that we see in television and movies and the real science behind the visual drama. Watch special presentations by Museum of Science educators and local leaders in pyrotechnic design who deliver the some of the world's best pyrotechnics while maintaining the highest degree of safety.
National Chemistry Week volunteers will also be on-hand to assist in hands-on activities related to this year's theme.
Activities: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; lectures: 10:00 and 11:15 a.m.
Supported in part by the Lowell Institute.
| Format | Lecture |
| Grades | 9 – 12 |
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| Reservation | Advance registration required: 617-723-2500. |
| Fee | Free with Exhibit Halls admission |
National Chemistry Week Celebration
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Grades:
3 - 12
3 - 12
- National Chemistry Week
- The American Chemical Society sponsors National Chemistry Week. This year's theme is "Behind the Scenes with Chemistry" and explores how chemistry is used in everything from creating special effects in films to conducting experiments in the laboratory. (details)






