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This Acids, Bases, and Indicators—Colorful Chemistry activity also includes:
Lead the class in a colorful exploration of acids and bases as they learn to differentiate between the two. They identify common items considered acidic and basic, then explore their strengths and weaknesses. They titer solutions and determine the respective pH of solutions using indicators. The activity concludes with a discussion to review all material.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have students research common acid and base reactions within the body to relate this principle to human physiology
Classroom Considerations
- Some materials can be hazardous; ensure all safety measures are taken to avoid injury
- Make certain all cleanup is performed immediately concluding the activity
- This is the seventh module in a series of eight related resources
Pros
- Mainly uses common materials to demonstrate concepts
- Provides the opportunity to expand on experiments and allows students the ability to brainstorm additional tests
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- None