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The pH Scale and Meter Calibration InteractiveThe pH Scale and Meter Calibration Interactive
Publisher
Learning Games Lab
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Interactives
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For Teacher Use
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Duration
30 mins
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Experiment
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Technology
Internet Access
Year
2014
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The pH Scale and Meter Calibration

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What are the different ways to test for pH? First, scholars explore the pH scale and a common way to test for acidity and alkalinity. Then, they learn about the importance of pH in food safety and why variance in pH could potentially lead to bacteria growth. Finally, pupils identify the parts of a pH meter and then use it to test samples of food.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

ph, acids and bases, acids, bases, lab safety, controlled experiments, experimental design, food safety, food preparation, food preservation, food science

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Use in a flipped classroom strategy to introduce the pH scale and how individuals test pH 
  • Have the class practice using lab equipment before using it in the lab

Classroom Considerations

  • Suggests completing the activity before the Testing and Adjusting pH virtual lab

Pros

  • Offers audio support for struggling readers 
  • Provides the opportunity to use lab equipment that may not be available in the classroom

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.9-10.3 RST.11-12.3

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