The Science of Macaroni Salad: What's in a Molecule?

After showing they quick-paced featurette on the breaking of bonds, hold a discussion using the accompanying Think questions. Complex molecules are broken down into smaller molecules during digestion. There are six main molecules that are more commonly found: carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur, or CHONPS. This is an outstanding lesson to use when introducing your class to elements for the first time.