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Who can grow the best crystals? Challenge class members to develop strategies for enhancing growth in the crystals. Through a lab investigation, learners study the properties of crystals and test the effectiveness of different growth conditions.
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Instructional Ideas
- Assign vocabulary as homework prior to the lesson
- Lead a brainstorming session to elicit different conditions to apply to the growing crystals
Classroom Considerations
- Requires specific materials and a microscope for each pair of pupils
Pros
- Includes an extension activity
- Provides information for requesting a lab kit
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- None