Who can grow the best crystals? Challenge class members to develop strategies for enhancing growth in the crystals. Through a lab investigation, learners study the properties of crystals and test the effectiveness of different growth conditions.

Concepts

states of matter, classifying, crystals, physical properties

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign vocabulary as homework prior to the lesson
• Lead a brainstorming session to elicit different conditions to apply to the growing crystals

Classroom Considerations

• Requires specific materials and a microscope for each pair of pupils

Pros

• Includes an extension activity
• Provides information for requesting a lab kit

Cons

• None