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Scientists have been studying exothermic reactions before they were cool. The lesson begins with a discussion and a demonstration of heat curves. Scholars then determine the heat of fusion of ice and the heat needed to boil water through experiments.
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Instructional Ideas
- Experiment with the differences in salt water versus pure water with regard to freezing and boiling points
- Take a field trip to an ice skating rink and discuss how the melting ice makes gliding possible
Classroom Considerations
- Lesson requires prior knowledge of the three states of matter and their physical descriptions
- Freeze an ice cube with a temperature probe inside the day before the experiment
- The second lesson in a series of eight
Pros
- Provides many strategies for differentiation
- Includes journal writing prompt and assessment questions
Cons
- Does not include answer keys