PBS
Pbs Teachers: Bottle Fountain Experiment
Demonstrate how heating expands air molecules by constructing a bottle fountain powered by air pressure.
Michael Blaber, PhD
Florida State University: Gases: Ideal Gas Equation
The ideal gas law is derived from the empirical gas laws. The ideal gas law equation of state is listed and discussed. The universal gas constant is explained and its value is listed in five different sets of units. Standard temperature...
Other
The Science House: Production of Oxygen
In this experiment, students generate a gas, oxygen, and test its properties. Teacher notes are included.
Other
Warm Air: Gas Furnace
Gas furnaces are described. The major parts of such a furnace and their respective role is discussed. Maintenance and troubleshooting tips are provided.
Other
States of Matter and Properties of Gases: Terms
A very complete list of terms that are important to the study of gases. This resource is a web archive.
Other
Chemistry Tutorials and Simulations
This site includes brief Chemistry tutorials on how to simulate experiments illustrating a number of different topics.
Other
Elementary Science: Matter
Colorful site provides a brief summary as well as engaging pictures of the three states of matter: solid, liquid and gas.
Other
Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission
The IOGCC's official website, explains its function in representing the governors of oil and natural gas producing states.
Environduck
Enviroduck: Driving Techniques to Conserve Gas
Learn ways to conserve gas by driving and maintaining your car and tires.
Environduck
Enviroduck: Math and Chemistry Behind Co2 Per Gallon of Gas Calculations
Learn how CO2 per gallon of gas is calculated using science, math, and chemistry.
Simon Fraser University
Chem1 Virtual Textbook: Densities of Substances and Materials
As part of a larger site called "Getting started in Chemistry," this site examines various topics related to the densities of substances and materials. Included in the study are properties of solids, liquids and gases, and how density is...
University of Nebraska
Do Chem: Graham's Law
A lab setup, fairly simple, to illustrate Graham's Law. Check it out!
Channel 4 Learning
Science Essentials: Gases Around Us
Learn about gases, their existence in our lives, and the other states of matter. Educational extras include a glossary, some do-at-home activities, a quiz, and answers to frequently asked questions. A teacher corner also exists with...
NASA
Nasa: Astronomy Picture of the Day:collision at Jupiter
What happens when a snowball hits a huge ball of gas? When Comet Shoemaker Levy 9 hit Jupiter, it was swallowed up in the atmosphere, leaving huge temporary impact scars. Here is an image that shows the large dark marks and how they...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Phase Changes: Lesson 3
This lesson will introduce a phase change diagram, and show how a substance changes from one phase to another. It is 3 of 3 in the series titled "Phase Changes."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Boiling, Freezing, Melting Point: Lesson 2
This lesson will introduce the phase changes that occur at the boiling, freezing, and melting points. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Boiling, Freezing, Melting Point."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Boiling, Freezing, Melting Point: Lesson 4
This lesson will introduce the phase changes that occur at the boiling, freezing, and melting points. It is 4 of 4 in the series titled "Boiling, Freezing, Melting Point."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Boiling, Freezing, Melting Point: Lesson 1
This lesson will introduce the phase changes that occur at the boiling, freezing, and melting points. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Boiling, Freezing, Melting Point."
Ducksters
Ducksters: Kids Science: Solid, Liquid, Gas
Kid's learn about the science of states of matter. Solids, liquids, gases, and even plasma.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Phase Changes: Lesson 2
This lesson will introduce a phase change diagram, and show how a substance changes from one phase to another. It is 2 of 3 in the series titled "Phase Changes."
Other
Teaching Ideas for Primary Teachers: Science Ideas
A great resource to discover fun new activities to use in your classroom. Activities are age-appropriate, and span several science topics.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Solid, Liquid or Gas
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart gives a flowchart depicting the states of matter-solid, liquid and gas. Students are asked to complete a chart placing various items into these categories.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: States of Matter
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart describes the 3 states of matter and how materials can change through heating and cooling.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: States of Matter Experiment
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart goes through the basics of identifying the different states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. It also has an exciting (and easy) experiment for students to combine substances, get a...