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George Maxwell

U.K.
On Vacation
returns 12/02/2009
Expertise

I enjoy the challenge of answering any type of question, but please don't post homework questions just "blank"; include something to show you've had a go :-)

Experience in the area

I'm a lecturer in chemistry and chemical education in York, UK, and I also act as a Hazchem adviser to the Fire Service, providing chemical safety information to first responders. My professional role also includes providing emergency poisons advice to UK medical practitioners.

Publications

Journal of Chemical Education TES Plus independent book publications.

Education/Credentials

BSc Chemistry (University of York 2005) PhD Chemistry (NYU) PGCE Teaching Certification

Past/Present Clients

I have previously volunteered in this category, but owing to an email problem, I am re-regestering. I have taught for both Nottinghamshire and Yorkshire education authorities and for several independent youth organisations. I provide continuing support for North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and the UK Poisons Information Service (London-Based).

What do you like about this subject?

I love the deep, underlying chaos and lack of order facing us as we explore the world of atoms and molecules.....that, and illicit sniffing of the ether in the lab :-) I have always found science fascinaing, and to me the tactile nature of a lot of chemistry makes it even more amazing.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

To go on learning forever; I love teaching because you learn so much!

Average Ratings

  • Knowledgeability 10.0
  • Clarity of Response 10.0
  • Timeliness 10.0
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Number of Questions (in Past 24 Hours) 0
  • Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour Period) 10
  • Total Questions (since joining AllExperts) 23
  • Volunteer Since 2009-09-18
  • Prestige Points 160

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Recent Answers from George Maxwell

2009-10-10 jello biphospholipid layer:

Hi, and thanks for your question. We've never had any problems with Jello not setting; maybe it's the brand? Jello will not melt at room temperature (in fact, it will decompose before it melts, at

2009-10-05 Mixing stock solutions:

Hi There,and thanks for your question. You are correct in your assumption, the abbreviation QS means "Quantity Sufficient", and translates as "make up to.....ml", using as much solvent as is needed

2009-10-04 biphosphlipid layer:

Hi, and thanks for the follow-up Err as in "commit an error"; http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/err I just meant it's better to make the jelly too thick rather than too thin, so if in

2009-10-03 biphosphlipid layer:

Salt-based flour dough should work ok as a modelling agent provided it's not in contact with liquids. And we usually just make the jello using the amount recommended by the manufacturer on the packet;

2009-10-03 biphosphlipid layer:

Hi, thanks for the question. The reason that you probably shouldn't go with the "liquidy" jello is primarily that you're relying on the integrity of the set jello to prevent mixing; jello that's liquid

 

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