Lesson Plan

Reaction Stoichiometry—How Can We Make Chalk?

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What is a reasonable percent yield in the manufacturing process? Scholars develop a process for producing chalk in the third lesson of a six-part series. Then, they must determine the theoretical and percent yield. Discussions about scaling up the process lead to an understanding of manufacturing challenges. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Discuss ways of analyzing the data, i.e. different ways of displaying averages, outliers, etc.
Classroom Considerations
  • Assumes prior knowledge of types of reactions, mole conversions, molarity, stoichiometry, and how to filter a precipitate
  • Lesson geared toward honors students and may require extra time for on-level pupils
Pros
  • Uses materials common to high school chemistry laboratories
  • Includes a photograph of the proper lab setup
Cons
  • None