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Glenn Seaborg: Shaking Up the Periodic Table Instructional VideoGlenn Seaborg: Shaking Up the Periodic Table Instructional Video
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6th - 12th
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Glenn Seaborg: Shaking Up the Periodic Table

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High school chemists receive a blast of history as Hank paraphrases the life and times of Glenn Seaborg, the renowned American scientist. Highlights of his long and illustrious career are displayed, educating and inspiring your class to new heights. You will find this a fitting addition to lessons on elements, the periodic table, science history, or even US history!

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Concepts

elements, the periodic table

Additional Tags

element, periodic table, synthetic element, science

Classroom Considerations

  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Can inspire youth to pursue careers in chemistry 
  • Fascinating story will hold viewers' interest
  • Incorporates both social studies and science

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  • None

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