Students explore the field of nanotechnology by examining magnetic field strength in ferrofluids. They use probes attached to a computer program to determine the relationship between magnetic field strength and magnetic field lines.

In this mineral worksheet, students visit http://sciencespot.net and answer 90 questions about mineral uses, mineral groups, fireworks, and minerals found around the home.

Eighth graders examine different solutions.  In this solution material lesson students complete a lab activity and several worksheets. 

In this general science activity, students find 32 science words reviewing states of matter and types of substances. Students may self correct by selecting the link at the bottom of the page.

Whether you're looking to prepare your class for upcoming state testing or if you're looking to build reading comprehension, consider this resource! There's a short reading passage provided, followed by a list of five comprehension...

In this science worksheet, students apply themselves to the acquisition of new vocabulary while solving the crossword puzzle.

In this classification of changes worksheet, students identify each example as either chemical or physical changes. Kids also classify other examples as either element, compound, solution, colloid, or suspensions. In the other section of...

Young scholars realize that density exists. They develop a mental model of density-to realize that something is going on that they cannot see to account for differences between materials.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students investigate the physical and chemical properties of metals and metallic bonds.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In the following online tutorial, students will begin to describe the electron-sea model of metallic bonding. They will explain how metallic bonding is responsible...

This site provides a general overview of the metals in the periodic table. Content explores the different types of metals, and how you can identify a metal.

In this video, Ainissa Ramirez describes what shape memory alloys are, how they work, and how they are used. [4:46] Followed by a short quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

A list of metals and alloys used in the coin and medal manufacturing industry.

Describes different alloys made with iron and what they are used for.

Looks at the composition and uses of three types of metal alloys - stainless steel, brass, and sterling silver.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Explains the composition and uses of alloys.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Definition of alloys and examples.

Explains what an alloy is and lists common alloys along with their base metals.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Definition of alloy and examples.

A video tutorial helps illustrate a metallic bond, and explains several metallic properties based on the arrangement of electrons. [3:22]

Kid's learn about the science and chemistry of Metals. Types, alloys, and the properties of metal.

[Free Registration/Login Required] In this interactive you will drag the appropriate alloy to the correct figure. You will need a sign-in to access this media, but it will be well worth your time!

The transition metals are placed in the center of the periodic table, between groups 2 and 3. They are generally hard and dense, and less reactive than the alkali metals. Iron, copper, silver and gold are important transition metals. A...

This resource will allow readers the ability to identify alloys and understand types of alloys.