Curated OER
Comparing the Density of Iron
Students use scientific measuring tools to collect and use scientific data. They determine the density of four different objects by using their data to explain why objects have similar/different densities even though they are both made...
Curated OER
Testing the Waters
Students use test kits to measure the level of chlorine, iron, sulfide, and dissolved oxygen in tap (drinking) water and stream water. They post and evaluate the results of these water quality tests.
Curated OER
What Does a Magnet Attract?
In this magnet worksheet, students write in what happens when a magnet is placed near iron. This worksheet is a graphic organizer.
Curated OER
Memorization Tips: Elements/Symbols
For this chemistry worksheet, students identify ways to memorize the elements and symbols of the periodic table for chemistry. They identify phrases that use each element in a unique way.
Curated OER
Get Down With Density
Students define density and observe that things that are less dense than water will float. Students find the density of copper, iron and aluminum
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Bring on the Heat! Investigating Exothermic Reaction Rates
Have you ever pulled a muscle or just been sore after a long day of work or exercise? Hot showers are great, but maybe you've used the more convenient heat packs. Heat packs, which you can buy at grocery or drug stores to soothe aching...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Iron in My Cereal
Students will investigate the ingredients found in different cereals to find the amount of iron in each cereal. After their findings, students will write a short report explain their results.
Florida-Spectrum Environmental Services
Florida Spectrum: Chemical Fact Sheet: Iron
A very good summary of basic information about iron, including its uses, physical and chemical properties, and role in the earth.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Iron
Information about the element, Iron, atomic number 26. Covers physical properties, atomic properties, how abundant it is on the Earth, and details about health-related regulations, and its importance to plant and to animal health. Also...
DOGO Media
Dogo News: Even Thor Would Have Approved of King Tut's Meteorite Dagger!
King Tut's dagger came from Outer Space? How is that possible? Take a look at what researchers have discovered about the unique medium the sharp tool is made from. Find comprehension questions and vocabulary terms.
Other
Washington University: Hemoglobin and the Heme Group:
This site from the Department of Chemistry at the Washington University provides a deetailed study of the role of hemoglobin in blood physiology. The article is somewhat in-depth, complete with pictures, charts, and a bibliography.
Other
Web ref.org: Iron
A well written, easily followed entry on iron, its properties and compounds, as well as uses. Student friendly.
Other
California State University: Beck Spring Iron Deposit
California State University at Pomona provides a scientific look at the Beck Spring iron deposit.
DOGO Media
Dogo News: This Tiny Iron Fish May Help Prevent Global Anemia
Article reports on the creation of a fish made of iron that may help prevent anemia. Includes video.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Cereal Magnets
In this activity, students will design a process that removes the most iron from the cereal. This activity is meant for the students to experiment with different materials using what they know about iron, magnets, and forces to design...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Fortified Breakfast
In this lesson, students will learn that minerals are a necessary part of our diet. They will learn that different minerals have different functions in the body. More specifically, they will discover that iron is necessary to carry...
Web Elements
Web Elements Periodic Table: Iron
Lots of data and information on iron, its uses and chemical and physical properties. This WebElements site is an excellent resource.
Cleveland State University
Cleveland State University: Iron
A history of the iron ore industry with a focus on the Great Lakes Region. Well written and interesting.
PBS
Pbs Nova Teachers: Dying to Be Thin: Body Needs
Find out what the human body needs to function at its best, and why.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: The Elements of Steel
This interactive site allows students to explore the types of elements that compose different kinds of steel. There is also information explaining how each element affects the function of the steel.
University of Oregon
Museum of Natural and Cultural History: Rocks and Minerals: Everyday Uses
Click on the shelves in this virtual exhibition to learn about the many rocks and minerals that we use in our everyday lives.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Got Iron? Measure the Concentration of Iron in Water
Iron is an important mineral essential for good health. Iron deficiency can be a problem. In this science fair project, use a simple iron test kit to measure the concentration of iron in water. This experiement is explained clearly and...
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Nutritional Deficiencies and Anemia
Describes three nutritional deficiencies that can lead to anemia. Also provides reader with the names of several foods to eat to correct these deficiencies.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Chlorine Chemistry: A Building Block of Matter
Students investigate physical and chemical properties of several chlorine compounds such as iron chloride, calcium chloride, and sodium chloride. The students will then discover that chlorine is one of the building blocks of matter and...