Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Caterpillar Connections

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders investigate numerical and geometric patterns and express them in words or numbers.  In this algebraic reasoning activity, 3rd graders analyze the structure of the pattern and how it changes or grows, organize...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Plasma

For Students 6th - 8th
For this matter worksheet, students review the states of matter, including plasma. Students read about where plasma is found and then complete 3 short answer questions.
Worksheet
Curated OER

pH Pre-Lab: Acids and Bases

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chemistry lab, students determine whether or not their saliva is acidic, basic, or neutral. After completing their test, they answer 6 analysis questions.
Lesson Plan
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Metals, Non-metals, Metalloids

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students discuss the physical and chemical properties of metals and non-metals. As a group, they classify items as a metal or non-metal. Using the periodic table chart, students discuss the characteristics of each metal. Based upon...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Properties of Logarithmic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve exponential functions. In this algebra lesson, students identify the properties of logarithmic and exponential functions. They graph their functions and solve using change of base formula.
Lesson Plan
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Ionocraft Lifter

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore the different types of lifters through a series of activities. In this physics activity, students explain the mechanics involved in the lifter designs. They compare aluminum versus zinc lifters.
Lesson Plan
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Elements and the Periodic Table

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils are introduced to the elements on the Periodic Table and what is meant by element. Using the Table, they identify the name, atomic mass, number and symbol of each element. To end the lesson, they discover the characteristics of...
Lesson Plan
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Solution Chemistry Investigation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a lesson that is concerned with the concepts related to solution chemistry. They calculate the molar mass of various chemical compounds. Then students predict the anion ratio for ionic compounds. Students also write...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Answers for Elements and Compounds Crossword Puzzle

For Students 8th - 12th
In this chemistry worksheet, students are provided with the answers to a 28 clue crossword puzzle about elements and compounds.
Worksheet
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Soil Chemistry Challenge

For Students 7th - 12th
For this soil chemistry worksheet, students complete the sentences with the correct words to fill in the blanks about soil chemistry. Students complete 28 blanks.
Lesson Plan
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Graph a Panther's Diet

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students examine the diet of panthers. In this interpreting data lesson, students collect data on the panther's diet and chart the data in bar and pie graphs.
Lesson Plan
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Acid Rain Experiments

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners define the term acid rain, and the causes of acid rain. They locate regions where acid rain is most affected, and what can students deduce from maps of geology and soils in New York State. Learners answer the questions why are...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Making Atoms

For Students 10th - 12th
In this atoms instructional activity, students determine an atoms based on its protons, and neutrons. Students determine the electron levels for the oxygen atom. This instructional activity has 1 multiple choice, 4 fill in the blank, and...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Electroplating for Corrosion Protection: Redox in Action

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars define what a redox reaction is. In this chemistry instructional activity, students electroplate some wires in the lab. They research the application of electroplating in the real world.
Activity
Chemistry Collective

Chem Collective: Solubility and the Common Ion Effect

For Students 9th - 10th
Determine the concentration of an unknown NaCl solution using the common ion effect.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Ions

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In the following online tutorial students will be able to determine the number of valence electrons for any element and draw an electron dot diagram for any atom....
Website
Frostburg State University

Frostburg State University Chemistry Online: Polyatomic Ions

For Students 9th - 10th
A good reference page for anyone studying polyatomic ions. Tables included on this page organize polyatomic ions by family and by charge. Information on naming compounds with polyatomic ions is also provided. There is a link to an online...
Unit Plan
State University of New York

State University of New York: The Common Ion Effect

For Students 9th - 10th
This simulation explores the effect of secondary dissolved salts on the solubility of sparingly soluble salts.
Unit Plan
State University of New York

State University of New York: Common Ion Effect in Acid Base Systems

For Students 9th - 10th
This simulation uses solutions of weak acids and examines the response of this equilibrium system to the addition of the corresponding conjugate base.
Handout
Other

Washington University: Polyatomic Ions

For Students 9th - 10th
This page from the Department of Chemistry at Washington University provides attractive Lewis dot diagrams and three-dimensional models for many of the common polyatomic ions. The images will make your visit worthwhile.
Handout
Chem Tutor

Chem Tutor: Radicals or Polyatomic Ions

For Students 9th - 10th
This site includes a list of the names, formulas, and charges of some common polyatomic ions.
Interactive
Quia

Quia: Common Monotomic Cations and Anions

For Students 9th - 10th
This page links to a number of fun Java games, designed to help students learn the names and symbols of various ions. Games include matching, concentration and word search.
Activity
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: "Chemory" the Game

For Students 9th - 10th
In this classroom activity students will utilize the familiar matching game concept they played as youth to match elements and their symbols, ionic ions into formulas, and learn common ion charges of the most well known elements.
Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Polyatomic Ions

For Students 9th - 10th
How to name ionic compounds containing common polyatomic ions.