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Mixtures, Solutions and Matter
For this mixtures, solutions and matter worksheet, students are given 12 terms and they cut out 12 definitions to match with the terms. Topics include types of mixtures, types of matter such as atoms, molecules and compounds and solutions.
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Extending the Acid/Base Concept
In this acid and base learning exercise, students answer 4 questions about the definitions of acids and bases. They illustrate the differences between Arrhenius and Bronsted acids and bases and draw Lewis diagrams for the formation of...
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Periodic Table of Elements
Beginning chemists examine a collection of elements and compounds as they are introduced to the periodic table. The lesson plan is not cohesive and does not provide detailed instructions on how to teach it. However, it does includes a...
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Nomenclature
In this nomenclature instructional activity, students determine the name of the chemical compounds from its formula. Students also write the formula from compound names. This instructional activity has 80 fill in the blank questions.
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Ketones and Aldehydes Practice Sheet
In this ketones and aldehydes worksheet, students name four compounds given their structures, they write the formulas for four compounds, they draw the structures given four compound names and they complete five chemical reactions.
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Formula Writing Exercises
For this formula worksheet, students practice writing the chemical formula when given the compound names and practice writing the names of compound formulas. This worksheet has 55 problems to solve.
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Organic Chemistry
In this organic chemistry worksheet, students fill in two charts with prefixes used for alkanes and the names and chemical formulas for different alkanes. They draw structural and chemical formulas for given organic compounds.
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Aqueous Solutions
In this aqueous solutions activity, students will explore the characteristics of solutions, including the ability of different compounds to dissolve in the solutions. This activity has 10 true or false statements and 8 short answer...
University of Georgia
Stoichiometry of S'mores
How fun would it be to teach the concept of stoichiometry while allowing your chemistry class to assemble a classic campfire treat? This fun and engaging activity allows pupils to explore the principles of the chemical theory while...
Virginia Department of Education
Mystery Anions
Lost an electron? You should keep an ion them. Young chemists learn qualitative analysis in the second lesson of an 11-part chemistry series. After observing reactions of simple salts, the teacher provides pupils with unknown...
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Counting Atoms
In this atoms learning exercise, students count the atoms for 15 different formulas and describe the type of atoms and the number of atoms in each compound given.
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Microscope Online
In this microscope worksheet, students use an on line site to answer questions about the history of the microscope, they view objects and identify what each is, they explore different magnifications of the microscope and they answer...
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Comparing Covalent and Ionic Substances
In this covalent and ionic substances activity, learners use the internet to find information about the characteristics of covalent and ionic substance and explain what causes the differences in these types of substances.
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Acids and Bases
In this acids and bases worksheet, students learn the differences between an acid and a base and how pH is used to measure the strength of an acid or base. Students read about pH and acid rain. This worksheet has 10 matching and 20 fill...
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Take the Lead — Get the Lead Out
Students research about the physiological effects of prolonged lead exposure. In this chemistry instructional activity, students investigate the lead content of different paint, soil and water samples. They analyze data trends and share...
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Classifying Matter: A Concept Map
In this classifying matter worksheet, students create a concept map to show the relationships between given terms such as elements, matter, substances and solutions.
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Use Simple Machines to Help Stuart Little
Third graders study six simple machines while working in expert groups. They use the information from the research to decide which simple machine the Littles could use to move a package. They demonstrate how their simple machine works in...
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Balancing Chemical Reactions
In this balancing chemical reactions activity, students answer 12 questions about balancing reactions. They find the coefficients to balance atoms in equations, they balance reactions, they find the molecular mass of molecules and they...
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Molecules Research Question
In this molecules worksheet, students research a substance that is made up of molecules with two or more elements. Students name the substance, write a short description of the substance, and draw a picture that illustrates the substance.
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Blueprint Paper
Students investigate chemical reactions involved in making a blueprint. For this blueprint paper lesson plan, students expose blueprint paper with writing that has been soaked in a solution of potassium ferricyanide and iron (III)...
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Chemical Equations and Reactions
Graphic organizers, photos, diagrams, and text bring the world of chemical reactions to life. By viewing this presentation, young chemists learn how to recognize when a chemical reaction has occurred, and how to balance chemical...
Creative Chemistry
Displacement Reaction of the Halogens
This publisher has put out some terrific laboratory activities for your aspiring chemists! This edition uses displacement reactions to develop a reactivity series for three halogens. Not only do they explore the reactivity of bromine,...
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Interpreting Chemical Formulas
In this chemical formulas worksheet, students practice naming molecular compounds by their formulas and determine if a gas is a compound or an element. This worksheet has 13 fill in the blank questions.
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Microscopes Online
For this microscopes worksheet, students access a website to complete questions about the early compound microscopes and the scientist involved in the development. This worksheet has 1 graphic organizer, 7 fill in the blank, and 10 short...