Utah Tech University's Chemistry & Biochemistry Department and Chemistry Club are partnering to provide interactive learning opportunities for the community during National Chemistry Week, according to a October 21 statement. The events aim to showcase chemistry through demonstrations and hands-on activities.
The scheduled programming includes Carve & Combust: The Chemistry of Calcium Carbide, which was held on Monday, Oct. 19, from 1 to 2 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheater near the Science, Engineering & Technology Building. This event featured a display of combustion combining calcium carbide chemistry with pumpkins.
Community Chemistry Night is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 22, in the first floor study area of the Snow Math & Science Center. The evening will begin with demonstrations and experiments involving slime, ghost bubbles, and liquid nitrogen ice cream from 5:30 to 6 p.m. A Chemistry Magic Show featuring Reed James will follow from 6 to 7 p.m.
The Utah Tech University Chemistry & Biochemistry Department offers various academic programs, including bachelor's degrees in Chemistry, Biochemistry-Molecular Biology, and Integrated Studies with an emphasis in Chemistry. The department also provides an associate degree in Pharmacy Preparation, a minor in Chemistry, and certificates in Chemical Laboratory Technology and Laboratory Quality Assurance and Quality Control. All National Chemistry Week events are free to attend.
