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The Visible Spectroscopy Expert Witness Problem Lesson PlanThe Visible Spectroscopy Expert Witness Problem Lesson Plan
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The Visible Spectroscopy Expert Witness Problem

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In a simulated crime science investigation, chemistry or physics sleuths use spectroscopy to analyze solutions. The lesson plan gives learners practice making salicylate solutions, using spectrophotometers, calculating dilution amounts, applying Beer's law, and measuring volumes. It is a well-written plan that comes with student lab sheets. Use it when covering absorbance, wavelength, or emission spectra in your class.

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concentration, wavelength, waves, absorption, forensics, spectrometers, spectrophotometers, spectroscopy

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Grade
9th - Higher Ed
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 hrs
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
Technology
Scientific Equipment

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