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Chymist

Esters: An Introduction to Organic Chemistry Reactions

For Students 9th - 12th
Scratch and sniff an introduction to organic chemical reactions. A creative lesson has individuals study the esters commonly used in scratch-and-sniff stickers and advertisements. Following the lab procedure, scholars create the organic...
Organizer
Curated OER

Periodic Table Families

For Students 9th - 12th
In this periodic table instructional activity, students complete a graphic organizer by listing the elements in each of the periodic table families.
Worksheet
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Waste Not, Want Not – Recycling

For Students 5th
In this recycling worksheet, 5th graders read a selection about recycling, renewable, and non-renewable resources. They answer 6 questions based on the reading by defining words, separating trash into renewable and non-renewable...
Lesson Plan
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Milk Glue

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students create glue from milk by curdling milk with an acid. In this protein denaturing lesson plan, students experiment with milk and vinegar to denature the proteins in milk, create curds and whey and use the curds to produce glue by...
Worksheet
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Naming Inorganic Compounds

For Students 10th - 12th
In this inorganic compounds worksheet, students complete 2 charts by writing the names or chemical formulas of given ionic and covalent compounds.
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Edible Atom/Molecule

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Upcoming chemists construct atom or molecule models out of candy. This is a classic idea that learners really enjoy; however, this lesson plan is vague. There is no instruction about the structure of atoms or molecules. Make sure you...
Activity
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Phineas Gage: Concept Analysis

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Prepare for teaching Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story About Brain Science with this written analysis of the book. The analysis includes a summary, considerations for teachers, project ideas, and a list of additional resources that...
Worksheet
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Molecular Models

For Students 5th
In this molecular formula worksheet students fill in a table describing elements and chemical formulas. They identify, elements by type and how they bond. The student analyze molecular formulas to identify the number of atoms and if the...
Worksheet
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Grade 9 Science Review

For Students 9th - 12th
For this 9th grade science review worksheet, students complete 63 true or false questions on topics such as atomic notation, isotopes, covalent bonds, Ohm's law, and electric circuits.
Lesson Plan
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Sustainable Development

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders explore the difference between natural and man-made environments.  In this renewable resources lesson students evaluate the economic importance of resources. 
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Life Science- Useful Waste

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore the topic of waste and recycling. In this useful waste lesson, 4th graders classify objects and sort them into most usable and least usable categories. Students complete an activity sheet and have a discussion on...
Worksheet
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Families of Elements

For Students 10th - 12th
In this elements learning exercise, students classify the given elements according to where they are located in the periodic table. This learning exercise has 1 short answer and 4 fill in the blank questions.
Lesson Plan
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Marvelous Magnets

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students identify and classify magnetic and nonmagnetic materials and metals. After determining which materials and metals are magnetic, students create a data table and classify items by two different criteria. Students e-mail various...
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Periodic Table Basics Test

For Students 7th - 12th
The periodic table of elements is a vital tool for all chemistry apprentices and professionals alike. Here is a chance for your beginning chemists to assess their understanding of the periodic table. They list element names, symbols,...
Worksheet
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Naming and Covalent Compounds

For Students 9th - 12th
In this naming and covalent compounds worksheet, learners name 12 compounds using a chart of polyatomic ions if needed. They also draw covalent bonds in 6 compounds and answer 6 questions about ionic bonds, covalent bonds and polyatomic...
Lab Resource
Creative Chemistry

Physical and Chemical Trends in the Group 7 Elements

For Students 9th - 12th
In this elements worksheet, students complete a graphic organizer by comparing the elements' melting point, boiling point, density, and electronic configuration. Students determine the characteristics of Group 7 elements. This worksheet...
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The Structure of the Periodic Table

For Students 9th - 11th
In this chemistry worksheet, students select the best answer for 26 multiple choice questions from the drop down box. They describe how elements are arranged in the periodic table.
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More Chemical Bonding

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chemical bonding worksheet, students review the three types of compounds: ionic, covalent, and polyatomic. Students practice drawing the covalent bonds of given compounds. This worksheet has 5 drawings and 13 fill in the blank...
Worksheet
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Naming Compounds

For Students 9th - 12th
In this compounds worksheet, students use a flowchart to determine what a compound is made of and how to name the compound. Students complete 6 matching and 60 fill in the blank questions.
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Mineral Identification

For Teachers 7th - 9th
In this mineral identification lesson plan, students analyze 14 minerals and test their physical properties. They test the color, luster, streak, hardness and breakage of each mineral. Students answer 5 questions about the physical...
Worksheet
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WS 7.1.3 Molecular and Ionic Compounds

For Students 10th - 12th
In this compounds activity, students name ionic and molecular compounds given their formulas. They also write the formulas for molecular and ionic compounds given their names.
Activity
Exploratorium

Eddy Currents

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Make electromagnetic eddy currents evident with this demonstration. You will need to gather a few materials from the local hardware store and a strong neodymium magnet, but the visual value is well worthwhile.
Worksheet
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IPC Chemistry Review

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chemistry review worksheet, high schoolers classify and name compounds, calculate atomic mass, draw Lewis Dot Diagrams, and determine number of protons for atoms. This worksheet has 37 fill in the blank, 38 matching, and 3 short...
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What do Atoms Look Like?

For Students 9th - 12th
In this atom worksheet, students answer 31 multiple choice questions about the structure of atoms, the periodic table, the reactivity of elements, orbital diagrams and the families of elements.