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Nickel

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Nickel resists corrosion, allowing it to be used as one of the elements in stainless steel. Nickel stars in the video, the 28th in a 118-part series, filled with facts and curiosities about this metal. The presenters attempt repeatedly to create a flammable chemical reaction for which nickel is famous.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Teach the term ferromagnetic prior to watching the video
  • Discuss other uses for nickel including alloys
Classroom Considerations
  • Relies on prior knowledge of chemical elements and the properties of metals
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Works well in traditional or flipped classes
  • Demonstrates how to test theories and adjust variables to get the desired result
Cons
  • None