Chemistry Debate Topics:
​Topic # 1: The invention and widespread use of plastics
Topic # 2: Desalination
Topic # 3: Nuclear energy 
Topic # 4: Fluoridantion
Topic # 5: Food irradiation
Topic # 6: Herbal medicines 
Topic # 7: Artificial sweeteners
Topic #8: Flame retardant chemicals
Topic #9: Chlorination
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To find books:  Use our library search catalog and a KEYWORD Search

​General Research Guidelines
  • Create a focus for your research. Ask some questions.
  • Research the topic thoroughly and organize your ideas (Use the "Source Sheet" Google Doc to take notes).
  • Use quotes and statistics from experts (& reliable sources)
  • Use 4 reliable sources (+ different types of sources: book, journal, article, website)
  • Use MLA 8th edition to cite your sources. see examples
  • Create an annotated bibliography. see example​_
To access databases: Use Campo's databases to find articles about your topic.  Here are the passwords.