The Chemistry of Vat Dyes (Palette of Color Series) (Palette of Color Monograph Series)

This teacher resource contains background information and hands-on activities that examine the chemistry behind the indigo blue in jeans along with other vat-type dyes. Students explore how vat dyes are synthesized and used. Teachers will appreciate the reproducible classroom materials, cross-curricular integration ideas, and clear references to the National Science Education Standards. Appropriate for grades 9¿12.Dianne N. Epp is the author of 'The Chemistry of Vat Dyes (Palette of Color Series) (Palette of Color Monograph Series)', published 1995 under ISBN 9781883822057 and ISBN 188382205X.