BRITISH Science Week went off with a bang at a Rugby secondary school.
Students at Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College took part in some explosive activities during the week.
Science teachers Mr Mushing and Mrs Spencer-Woodcock showcased a range of chemistry experiments to over 400 students from Year 7 and Year 8.
Mr Mushing shows students a reaction using magnesium.
The chemistry experts’ experiments included making elephant’s toothpaste using hydrogen peroxide, washing up liquid and potassium iodide, exploding balloons and bottles filled with gases, and showing burning magnesium and the effects of dry ice.
In addition, during their science lessons, students looked at how to make gliders, created barometers, explored how we’re connected to the oceans – and learned how the week’s activities and demonstrations linked to industry and scientific careers.
Headteacher Alison Davies said: “I am really grateful to our science department for running these activities as part of British Science Week.
“A real highlight was the chemistry demonstration – this was a great opportunity for students to see a range of experiments that they wouldn’t normally get chance to see.”
