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Interpreting Chemical Formulas
In this chemical formulas worksheet, students determine the number and type of each atom and the total number of atoms for the given formulas. Students complete 10 problems.
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Introductory Lesson on How pH Levels are Determined
Students explore pH levels of different substances. In this lesson about pH, students work together in three to four groups to test substances. moving between three different stations performing tests on the substances to determine...
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Quick Breads: A Practical Application
Apply food selection and preparation guidelines related to quick breads, rice, grains, and pasta. National Standard 14.3.3 Identify basic cooking techniques related rice, grains, and pasta Identify examples of quick breads: muffins,...
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Thermodynamics
Young scholars investigate energy involved for bonds to form and break. In this thermodynamics lesson plan, students experiment with chemical reactions to observe endothermic and exothermic reactions, they explore entropy and the effects...
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This Old Tubeworm
Students plot data to construct and interpret a graph about vestimentiferans at cold-seep sites in the Gulf of Mexico. In this deep sea lesson, students plot data provided for the growth of tubeworms. They use the graphs to determine...
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The Big Burp:A Bad Day in the Paleocene
Students describe the overall events that occurred during the Paleocene extinction event as well as the processes that are believed to result in global warming after group research. They infer how a global warming event could have...
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Giants of the Protozoa
Students describe and define xenophyophores. In this protozoa lesson students divide into groups and complete a lab activity.
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How Diverse is That?
Students study the concepts of "variety" and "relative abundance" as they relate to biological diversity. In this life science activity students calculate numbers that describe the biological diversity in certain communities.
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Electrolytes and Colloids Worksheet
In this electrolytes worksheet, learners calculate percent composition, determine the electrical conduction of electrolytes, and explain the Tyndall effect. This worksheet has 7 problems to solve.
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Physical Equilibrium
In this physical equilibrium worksheet, students compare polar and non-polar compounds and the solubility of specific solutes in solvents. Students calculate molar heat, molar solubility, and molality for specific reactions. This...
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What Do Dog's Need?
Young scholars discuss proper care of pets. In this animal care lesson, students discuss what pets need to be healthy and happy. Young scholars act out roles of pets and owners and create a pet tag.
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Chill Tie -- Free Enterprise
Students use basic sewing skills to make a product and explore the free market process.
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One Kid Can Make A Difference
Students make a pledge to make three positive choices for 30 days and track their progress. In this positive choices lesson plan, students discuss ways in which they can be healthier, protect the environment, be respectful, and more....
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This Life Stinks
Students study cold seeps and see how organisms obtain energy from methane. In this sinkholes lesson students examine the relevance of chemosynthesis to communities.
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Easy as Pi
Young scholars examine structural features. In this life science lesson students complete an activity and quantify the impact of various modifications.
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What is pH?
Students describe pH and the importance of it in the natural world. In this Biology lesson students compare the pH of different mixtures.
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Corrosion & Rust
Students examine how and when rust and corrosion occur. In this corrosion lesson students complete an experiment to see why metals rust.
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Cell Swelling and Shrinking
Young scholars examine the concept of osmosis in relation to dehydration. They identify the function and structure of semi-permable membranes. They predict how certain processes can affect the characteristics of an organism.
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Chemistry And The Nitrogen Cycle
Students investigate the factors that compose the nitrogen cycle. The harmful effects of acid rain and ozone depletion are also discussed in the lesson. Students define the nutrient that is often limiting to plant growth through...
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Monsters of the Deep
Students describe major features of cold seep communities and list the organisms that are typical in these communities. In this deep sea environment lesson students work in groups and research their given cold seep group.
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Concrete Lesson Plan
Young scholars describe the difference between cement and concrete. In this technology instructional activity, students explain the mixing process of concrete. They discuss its importance in the modern world.
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This Life Stinks!
High schoolers explore the process of chemosynthesis and contrast this process with photosynthesis. They consider the relevance of chemosynthesis to biological communities in the vicinity of cold seeps.