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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Pop Rock Chemistry

For Teachers 6th - 8th
For this pop rock chemistry worksheet, middle schoolers suck on pop rocks, they mix open pop rocks with water and they observe them on a paper towel with water. Students write down as many observations as they can and they write down as...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Molar Ratio

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Learners conduct an experiment in which they react sodium bicarbonate with hydrochloric acid to determine the molar ration between the two reactants. Students must write correct formula and a balanced chemical equation and explain how...
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Lesson Plan
American Chemical Society

American Chemical Society: Development of Baking Powder

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The invention of baking powder had a huge impact on bakers' ability to produce and distribute bread to large numbers of people. The history of this lowly ingredient is presented, along with a chemistry lesson plan for secondary students.
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Activity
Other

Women in Mining: Toothpaste With a Twist [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this activity, students work in groups to create their own toothpaste in order to learn about the rocks and minerals it contains. Includes discussion questions and extension activities.
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Activity
Museum of Science

Museum of Science and Industry: Online Science: Create Gas

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Follow these simple, step-by-step instructions to create and observe the results of the chemical reaction between vinegar and baking soda.
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Graphic
American Chemical Society

Middle School Chemistry: Forming a Precipitate

For Students 9th - 10th
This diagram illustrates a chemical reaction forming a precipitate.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Washing Soda vs. Baking Soda: Definitive Comparison

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explains the chemical composition of washing soda and of baking soda and how each is used.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Baking Soda: Chemical Formula, Preparation, and Uses

For Students 9th - 10th
Baking soda has a variety of uses, including for household cleaning and for baking. Read about its chemical formula and its common reactions.