If we close the doors of a wardrobe, are the clothes still coloured? During this vibrant lesson, students will learn about why substances have colour and will create their own dyes, perform experiments with colorimetry and chromatography, and learn about how chemistry plays a huge role in the art world.

Students will learn about the heritage of colour in the UK chemical industry as well as developing strong cross-curricular links with art and history.

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