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The tension builds as learners experiment in your classroom. The 17th installment in a 24-part series has scholars investigate the concept of surface tension. After discovering characteristics of surface tension, they add a compound commonly found in shampoo to determine its effects on the surface tension of water.
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Instructional Ideas
- Record new vocabulary and concepts in a graphic organizer
- Have individuals explain the role of SLS in shampoo as it relates to surface tension as an exit ticket to check for understanding
Classroom Considerations
- Allow time to prepare materials
Pros
- Offers different examples to build an understanding of surface tension
- Includes a detailed teacher's guide to help implement the lesson
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