Activity

Investigation: Chemical Models

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This Investigation: Chemical Models activity also includes:

Science teams make models of four different hydrocarbon compounds that we commonly use for fuel. Then they demonstrate chemical reactions that result when energy is produced. This can be used as an enrichment when your class is studying forms of energy.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Pros
  • Adaptable to Common Core State Standards for literacy
  • Modeling helps learners visualize what they cannot see with their eyes
  • A nifty handout walks them through the model building activity and provides questions for analysis
  • A more comprehensive reading assignment is also provided
Cons
  • None
Common Core