Students see how interesting Chemistry can be

As one entered the College, they were welcomed by thermocol cut outs having names of various chemical and their symbols appended to a string all along the pathway to the college auditorium.

Several students were ready with their models on Chemistry just to show how interesting Chemistry can be.

Huge crowd gathered around the model explaining usage of various chemicals in explosives. The students demonstrated by sprinkling little chemicals on floor, which makes small explosions when stepped over.

Models on power production using chemicals, food processing, pharmaceuticals etc were some of the models in place.

Earlier, inaugurating the programme, Kuvempu University former vice-chancellor Prof B S Sherigar said that students instead opting for software sector should go for research.
 “In software companies, you might earn a lot of money but there is no satisfaction. In research, sky is the limit. You can earn name, fame and satisfaction,” he said adding that students have great scope in conducting research in energy sector.

Sowing a food for thought, Prof Sherigar said that the batteries used in cell phone required a chemical called Lithium, which is available in countries like Bolivia, Peru, Nigeria and some other African countries. “Students should research to look at alternatives,” he said.

Delivering the presidential address, St Agnes College Principal Sr Marie Prem D’Souza said that Chemistry is the central science as it lays the base for all sciences.

“Chemistry teaches us to look for catalysts even in impossible situations. It inspires us to strive for the best,” she said calling upon the students to choose their subject of interest at the high school level itself and assert it on their parents and teaches.

She also narrated the life and achievements of noble laureate Marie Currie on the occasion.