Wash away any reservations about using the resource. Scholars watch a video in the ACS Reactions series to learn about shampoo and how it works. It explains that there isn't really much difference in commercial shampoos—despite what advertisers claim!

Concepts

hair, hydrophobia, hydrophilia

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• For homework, have learners investigate the ingredients in their own shampoos and compare in class the next day

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils should have a basic chemistry knowledge, such as hydrophobic and hydrophilic substances
• It is also beneficial if individuals are familiar with how detergents work

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Diagrams help with comprehension
• Explanations are clear and concise
  

Cons

• None