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Mixture Word Problems
In this algebra worksheet, students solve word problems related to mixtures. They figure out cost per kg, concentration of chemicals and percent of mixtures. There are 12 problems with an answer key.
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Daniell Cell
Young scholars explain how Daniell cells work. In this electrochemistry instructional activity, students conduct a variety of experiments to explore the different types of cells. They create a model of Daniell cell.
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Exploring the Science of Oil
Students analyze the basic techniques used to find and produce oil. They also create a small project that allows them experiment with solutions to maximize the amount of colorless liquid produced from colored solutions.
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Identification of Different Compounds and Substances
Students conduct a series of tests to identify unknown compounds. In this chemistry lesson, students compare the physical and chemical properties of substances. They collect data and formulate a conclusion.
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Experiments in Nanotechnology: Ferrofluids
Students explore the world of nanotechnology by synthesizing ferrofluids in a series of chemical reactions. In small groups, they follow the procedure to create the ferrofluids using precise measuring techniques. They test the resulting...
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Lip Balm Chemistry
Young scholars explore density, mixture and solutions in a reaction. In this chemistry lesson, students create their own chap-stick using ingredients they analyze for their chemical contents. They discuss measuring skills, melting points...
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Human Epidermal Cells
Students explore epidermal cells. After following specified procedures for removing epidermal cells from their wrist, students view the cells with the use of a microscope. After creating a drawing of their observation, students label the...
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Mixtures of Matter
Students experiment with solids and liquids. In this mixtures of matter lesson plan, students combine matter to form solutions. Students hypothesize, test, and analyze the data to draw conclusions. The lesson plan can be extended by...
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9-12: The Movie, "A Civil Action," as a Legal/Environmental Science Case Study
Students analyze information to determine how they can help a community that has been affected by water contamination. In this environmental science lesson plan, students watch portions of the movie "A Civil Action" and discuss specific...
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Mixing It Up!
Third graders identify the different states of matter. In this science lesson, 3rd graders describe the different components of solutions and mixtures. They create emulsions, foams and suspensions in the lab.
Pingry School
Synthesis of an Insoluble Ionic Salt: A Stoichiometry Experiment
Challenge young scientists to design their own experimental procedures. They write the procedure for properly preparing two grams of a water-insoluble ionic salt. To finish, they perform the experiment and collect data to prove their...
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Enzymes: The Spit Lab
Enzymes in our bodies each have a job to do. Learn the factors that affect the activity of some enzymes using the third activity of an informative 12-part biology series. A three-part laboratory activity asks teams to investigate how...
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What Killed the Seeds?
Can a coral cure cancer? Take seventh and eighth grade science sleuths to the underwater drugstore for an investigation into emerging pharmaceutical research. The fifth installment in a series of six has classmates research the wealth of...
Anchorage School District
Writing Reference Sheet
Print out this handy reference page double sided and distribute it to your class. Individuals can use the page to aid them as they work on their topic sentences, transitions, conclusions, and paragraph structure. There is plenty of...
Teach Engineering
Microfluidic Devices and Flow Rate
When you have to flow, you have to flow. The lesson introduces class members to microfluidic devices and their uses in medicine. They watch a short video on how the diameter affects the rate of flow. The worksheet has individuals...
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Photosynthesis: How Do Plants Get Energy?
Examine the mechanism of photosynthesis through different light scenarios. Pupils vary the amount and type of light exposure on plant leaves in the fifth lesson plan in a 12-part series. Through observation, they determine the rate of...
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Teaching about Conductivity
High schoolers explore conductivity and productivity in aquatic systems.
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Deposition
Students follow carefully designed instructions to bond silver to glass thus creating a mirror. The process used, Brashear's Process, uses sugar rather than formaldehyde to reduce the compounds, but many of the chemicals are dangerous,...
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States of Matter Mini-Unit
Students identify he phases of matter (solid, liquid, gas), and why they take place. They comprehend what a physical change is and what a chemical change is. Students know the difference between a Mixture and a Solution.
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Ice Energy
Students explore how chemicals change water. In this chemical change lesson, students participate in an experiment to observe how salt effects ice and how ice cream freezes.
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Acid-Base Titrations without Burets
Students analyze the level of acid and base in a titration. In this chemistry lesson, students investigate the amount of acid and base required to create certain household chemicals. They perform this activity without the use of burets.
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Global Change: Where Land, Air and Water Meet
Young scholars discuss the atmosphere as a mixture of gases. In this science lesson plan, students explore the world's oceans and fresh waters understanding that there are dissolved chemicals. Young scholars realize that many substances...
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The Chemistry of Black Pottery
Sixth graders create pottery out of black clay using traditional methods. They demonstrate appropriate Native American cultural traditions related to the making of black pottery, including prayers to Mother Earth and Clay Woman.
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Matter Unit
Students create products from studying about matter that include: Make a "T" chart with matter and non matter items. Write a poem, song, or rap about matter. Five vocabulary words from the chapter must be included in the poem.