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Alka-Seltzer Cannons

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The scientific method is emphasized in this engaging and exciting chemistry instructional activity. Learners get to create Alka-Seltzer cannons out of film cannisters, water, and Alka-Seltzer tablets. Carbon dioxide gas builds up inside the cannister, causing the top to blow off! Pairs of students work together to predict, carry out the experiment, and record their results.

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chemical reactions, the scientific method

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chemical reactions, scientific method, alka-seltzer, science
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Grade
4th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
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