# goREACT — Virtual Chemical Reactions

> Virtual chemistry lab for exploring chemical reactions and element properties. (iPhone/iPad app by Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goreact/id649585694 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago](https://appshunter.io/developer/501539528)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.20/5 from 96 App Store ratings · 72 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 46 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-05-22
- Data updated: 2026-07-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goreact/id649585694/reviews.md

## What is goREACT?

With goREACT, you can become a virtual chemist. Whether you're a novice or expert, the free play and guided modes make it fun and fascinating.

- Initiate nearly 300 virtual chemical reactions by dragging elements into the Reaction Area.
- Amazing images and videos illustrate the molecules you create.
- Select alternate views of the Periodic Table to discover different aspects of the elements’ chemical properties.
- Touch any of the Periodic Table's 118 elements to see an image and fun fact about it.
- With helpful hints about reactions to try, there’s always something exciting to explore.
- “Featured Reactions” menus guide you through themed sets of chemical reactions related to particular applications, such as the environment, beauty products or cars.
- Learn more about how the Periodic Table is organized, and follow links to additional educational resources.

## Key features

- Nearly 300 virtual chemical reactions
- Drag-and-drop element mixing
- Molecule visualization with images/videos
- Interactive Periodic Table with facts
- Guided and free play modes
- Themed reaction menus

## Recent user reviews (10 of 72)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goreact/id649585694/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Bad

*2025-11-26, version 1.1.0*

Don’t download unless you want a black screen

### 1/5 — it doesn’t work

*2025-10-18, version 1.1.0*

it’s just a black screen nothing else a scam

### 1/5 — Not working

*2025-02-25, version 1.1.0*

It’s just a black screen

### 1/5 — HORRIBLE

*2025-01-25, version 1.1.0*

I opened the app and there was a black screen I tried everything! Clicking nonstop everywhere

### 3/5 — 🥺🥺

*2023-12-26, version 1.1.0*

It takes to long to load.

### 1/5 — arrrrrgggg.

*2023-12-07, version 1.1.0*

I HATE TTHIS STUPID SOFTWARE IT HAS NEVER WORKED I HATE IT ITS JUST A BLACK SCREEN!!!!!!!!!!!! the only reason it is one star IS BECAUSE I CANT GIVE ZERO STARS!!!!!!!!!!!!

### 2/5 — Doesn’t Work

*2023-08-14, version 1.1.0*

I downloaded it and it was just a black screen. I mean it worked at the museum of science and technology in Ottawa, but here, it’s just a blank screen. Please fix this!

### 3/5 — Can’t load

*2023-07-10, version 1.1.0*

The apple updates seem to have broken this app…

### 1/5 — Black screen waste of data

*2023-05-10, version 1.1.0*

I looked online for a combine elements app and downloaded this… and the screen is just black i wasted data for a black screen… smh

### 5/5 — it only work on computer

*2022-10-21, version 1.1.0*

i did this on my ipad but it didn’t work but on computer it works

## Frequently asked questions about goREACT

### What can I do with this app?

This app allows you to become a virtual chemist by initiating nearly 300 chemical reactions. You can drag elements into a reaction area, explore element properties through an interactive Periodic Table, and view visualizations of the molecules you create.

### How does the app teach chemistry?

It offers both free play and guided modes. The guided modes include 'Featured Reactions' menus that lead you through themed sets of reactions related to real-world applications. You can also learn about the organization of the Periodic Table and access additional educational resources.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to use. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted learning experience.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for anyone interested in chemistry, from novices to experts. It's particularly useful for students and educators looking for an engaging and interactive way to learn about chemical reactions and element properties.

### What kind of reactions can I explore?

You can initiate close to 300 different virtual chemical reactions by combining various elements. The app provides helpful hints and themed menus to guide you through different types of reactions, such as those related to the environment, beauty products, or cars.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2017-11-10

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

We've added support for iOS 11 and the latest awesome Apple devices. Plus we've fixed some bugs with reactions, and updated the periodic table to be up to date with the latest elements!

### 1.0.8 — 2014-01-03

Strontium and Yttrium's atomic numbers are now correct!

### 1.0.6 — 2013-09-25

Support for iOS 7, plus bug fixes and performance improvements. Plus, half the app size!

### 1.00 — 2013-05-22

No release notes.

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