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  Chemical Change, Chemical Change, Observations, Interdisciplinary, Acid Rain | Elementary School

  Lab: Chemical Weathering of Rocks Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

  In this lab, students will explore simulated reactions that contribute to chemical weathering of certain rocks as it appears in nature.  They will compare the effects of two different chemicals as it contacts various rock and mineral samples.

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  Chemical Change, Observations, Chemical Change, Reaction Rate, Interdisciplinary, Physical Change, Reaction Rate | Middle School

  Lab: Chemical Weathering in Geology Mark as Favorite (4 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will explore the differences between erosion, weathering and chemical weathering. They will complete a lab experiment that simulates chemical weathering on 4 different types of rocks. They will also learn how to use the Mohs Hardness Test to analyze the results.

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  Chemical Change, Chemical Change, Acid Base Reactions, Observations | Middle School, High School

  Lab: How do Sinkholes Form? Mark as Favorite (46 Favorites)

  In this lab students will learn how acidic groundwater reacts with limestone, causing it to erode. Sinkholes form when eroded limestone underneath the surface of the earth can no longer support the ground above it. Students will test how acid reacts with a variety of rocks and determine which rocks would be best to build a city on top of in order to reduce the chance of sinkholes forming.

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  Chemical Change, Chemical Change, Observations | High School, Middle School

  Lab: Corrosion in Motion Mark as Favorite (8 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will expose metal samples to various solutions and observe the amount of corrosion of a period of time.

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  Activity Series, Redox Reaction, Half Reactions, Oxidation, Reduction, Chemical Change, Predicting Products | High School

  Lab: The Corrosion of Iron Mark as Favorite (13 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will investigate the process of corrosion, a redox reaction, by analyzing how iron nails react in varied environments. Students will combine their prior knowledge with research about the reactivity of metals to make predictions in advance of the lab investigation.

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  Chemical Change, Beer's Law, Redox Reaction, Reduction, Oxidation, Concentration, Reaction Rate | High School

  Lesson Plan: Rustbusters! A Lab Activity on Corrosion Mark as Favorite (14 Favorites)

  In this lesson students learn about factors affecting the rate of corrosion and evaluate the efficiency of different protective coatings to simulate products used in industry when building metal structures like ships or bridges.

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  Solubility Rules, Chemical Change, Redox Reaction, Precipitate, Reaction Rate, Reduction, Oxidation | High School

  Lesson Plan: Removing Copper Stains from Masonry Mark as Favorite (5 Favorites)

  In this lab, students investigate the use of milk of magnesia poultice to remove copper stains on masonry in copper architecture. They use chalk as the model for masonry, copper(II) chloride solution as a model for soluble copper and a freshly prepared slurry of copper phosphate as a model for a hard stain of copper on masonry. Through a series of investigations students have the opportunity to connect chemistry topics with real-world applications, such as environmental hazards, engineering practices of copper architecture, corrosion control, and structural protection.

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  Equilibrium, Le Châtelier's Principle, Predicting Products, Percent Composition, Acids & Bases, Acid Base Reactions | High School

  Lesson Plan: Crest Toothpaste Mark as Favorite (5 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students will learn about the development of Crest fluoridated toothpaste by reading an article and engaging in related activities. The activities help promote literacy in the science classroom. Parts of this lesson could be used as plans for a substitute teacher.

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  Combustion, Balancing Equations, Observations | High School

  Lesson Plan: Combustion Reactions and Wildfires Mark as Favorite (12 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students observe several combustion reactions and will identify some common chemical species involved. They are then led through some hints for writing and balancing chemical equations for combustion reactions.

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  Stoichiometry, Balancing Equations, Classification of Reactions | High School

  Activity: Simulation Activity: Chemical Reactions and Stoichiometry Mark as Favorite (106 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will challenge their knowledge of classification of reaction types, balancing equations, and solving stoichiometry problems using an online simulation to take a short quiz. They will then have the opportunity to apply their knowledge to more complex questions on the student handout.

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  Gas Laws, Percent Yield, Stoichiometry, Dimensional Analysis, Measurements, Error Analysis | High School

  Lab: Ideal Gas Law Mark as Favorite (92 Favorites)

  In this lab, students use the reaction of an antacid tablet with water to inflate a balloon. They then use the ideal gas law to determine the number of moles of gas produced by the reaction.

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  Precipitate, Solubility, Solubility Rules, Net Ionic Equation, Balancing Equations, Chemical Change, Predicting Products, Chemical Bond, Intramolecular Forces, Intermolecular Forces, Ionic Bonding, Chemical Change, Physical Change | High School

  Lesson Plan: Inquiry Introduction to Precipitation Reactions Mark as Favorite (14 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students will work with a partner through a guided inquiry activity that will introduce, teach, and “solidify” the concept of precipitation reactions. In this multi-part lesson, students will review chemical and physical changes, identify spectator ions, perform small-scale precipitation reactions, view simulation-based heavy metal precipitation reactions, and identify a likely precipitate when combining two solutions. Students will also be introduced to writing net ionic equations.

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  Review, Culminating Project, Stoichiometry | High School

  Activity: The Chemistry Escape Room Remix Mark as Favorite (5 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will apply their chemistry knowledge in order to solve ten clues in an effort to determine a three-digit combination that will open a “lock.” This is ideal for a review activity, as the clues span a plethora of chemistry topics. The solution from each clue will be used to correctly write a chemical reaction and a corresponding stoichiometry calculation. Ultimately, by solving the stoichiometry calculation, the answer will match the numbers in the three-digit combination and open the “lock.”

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  Titrations, Indicators, Acid Base Reactions, Stoichiometry, Percent Composition | High School

  Lab: The Egg-straordinary Issue Mark as Favorite (91 Favorites)

  In this lab students will determine the percent composition of calcium carbonate contained in an eggshell by using a back titration in order to address a farmer’s concerns about his hen’s fragile eggs. Two versions of the student lab are included, a scripted version, and an inquiry version.

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  Photosynthesis | Middle School

  Lab: The Chemical Process of Photosynthesis Mark as Favorite (3 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will rotate through five stations to understand the importance of the reactants required for the process of photosynthesis in a plant. They will also create the chemical equation for the photosynthesis reaction.

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  Photosynthesis, Interdisciplinary | Elementary School, Middle School

  Lesson Plan: Investigating Photosynthesis Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

  In this lesson, students will build knowledge through reading an assigned passage, as well as analyze evidence produced from a teacher led demonstration to better understand the process of photosynthesis.

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  Conservation of Matter, Matter, Interdisciplinary, Renewable Energy, Conservation of Matter | Elementary School

  Lab: Reuse, Reduce and Recycle! Mark as Favorite (2 Favorites)

  In this lab students will explore ways to conserve natural resources. They will then have the opportunity to create their own recycled paper that can be used in the classroom.

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  Conservation of Matter, Chemical Change, Photosynthesis, Balancing Equations, Reversible Reactions, Molecular Formula, Molecular Structure, Conservation of Mass, Interdisciplinary, Matter, Elements, Monomer | Elementary School

  Lesson Plan: Plant Chemistry Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

  In this lesson, students will explore a simple, but key, biochemical reaction: photosynthesis.

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  Phase Changes, Photosynthesis, Renewable Energy | Elementary School, Middle School

  Lab: Mini Terrarium Mark as Favorite (5 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will learn that even the smallest spaces can have their own climate. They will create a miniature sized terrarium and will observe how sunlight enters in order to warm the air, and in turn heat the soil and seeds. Condensation will build up in the container and the students can observe the water cycle in action, as well as the growth of the seeds over time.

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  Photosynthesis, Interdisciplinary | Elementary School

  Activity: Sunshine for Life Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will become familiar with the chemistry components of photosynthesis. They will use role-play and/or demonstrations to describe the purpose of photosynthesis in this activity.

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  Density, Density, Chemical Change, Observations, Chemical Change, Combustion | Elementary School, Middle School

  Demonstration: Investigating Gas Density Mark as Favorite (8 Favorites)

  In this demonstration, students will observe a reaction between baking soda and vinegar in the presence of a burning candle. The initial environment has plenty of oxygen present in order to sustain the candle’s flame; however the reaction will produce carbon dioxide which will cause the lit candle to extinguish. Students will analyze the outcome and compare the presence of the gases in the container and make determinations about the densities of each.

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  Limiting Reactant, Dimensional Analysis, Stoichiometry | High School

  Lesson Plan: Map to Solving Limiting Reactant Problems Mark as Favorite (21 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students will learn how to follow a step-by-step problem solving method for limiting reactant stoichiometry problems. This method can be particularly beneficial for students who struggle with completing these calculations.

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  Conservation of Mass, Measurements | Middle School, High School

  Lab: Mass of a Gas Mark as Favorite (4 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will perform a simple chemical reaction in a closed system to produce a small amount of gas. They will collect mass measurements for the reactants and the products in order to demonstrate the conservation of mass during the reaction. They will also release the produced gas from the closed system in order to verify that gases have mass.

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  Classification of Reactions, Predicting Products, Balancing Equations | High School

  Activity: Reactant Scramble Mark as Favorite (33 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will be challenged to apply their understanding of chemical reactions. They will analyze and organize provided reactant cards in order to create four correct chemical equations that can each be categorized as a specific type of chemical reaction. In order to be successful, students will use their knowledge of solubility rules, activity series, and ionic bonding.

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  Conservation of Mass, Conservation of Matter, Chemical Change, Classification of Reactions, Percent Yield, Balancing Equations, Error Analysis, Accuracy, Chemical Change, Chemical Properties, Conservation of Mass, Conservation of Matter, Observations, Separating Mixtures | High School

  Lab: Reactions of Copper Mark as Favorite (19 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will convert copper metal into different copper compounds and then back to copper to illustrate conservation of matter.