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Is it Possible to Create a Perfect Vacuum? Instructional VideoIs it Possible to Create a Perfect Vacuum? Instructional Video
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7th - 12th
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Is it Possible to Create a Perfect Vacuum?

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It turns out that vacuums are not really vacuums. An engaging video lesson explains the process scientists use to create a vacuum. Their efforts get them close, but the video instructor explains why they cannot create a perfect vacuum.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

vacuole, matter, particles, neutrinos, radiation, quantum physics

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • After viewing the video, have pupils answer the provided questions
  • Post a question to the board as a class

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires individual Internet access to use the provided resources

Pros

  • Allows for collaboration with students around the world
  • Includes resources for questioning and extension
  • Works well in a flipped classroom

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7

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