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Introduction

Behind the scenes at the National Gallery there is a team of scientists who work to not only preserve the paintings on display, but to unlock the mysteries of the paints and pigments that the artists used to create their spectacular works. Guided by a Gallery educator, students will consider why transition metal complexes and compounds are important to artists. The workshop also explores paintings as objects and analyses the physical and chemical changes they go through, as well as investigating the National Gallery Scientists study these changes and the chemical processes involved. Curriculum Links - Redox, Modern Analytical Techniques, and Transition Metals. Start Time - 1400 End Time - 16:00 This event is now FULLY BOOKED This event is suitable for students aged 16-18 ChemNet members/non-members/teachers/parents ChemNet/Jointly organised with the National Gallery Education and Science Teams

Venue

National Gallery

National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom

Contact information

Chrissie Maitland
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02074 403367
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