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Golf Ball Lab

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The first golf balls were made of wood and would only last for a few games. Modern golf balls last a lot longer but they don't float. The presentation provides the directions for a lab to determine the minimum amount of salt needed to make a modern golf ball float. It includes discussion points before the lab, the entire lab, as well as discussion questions and an two extension activities. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Include this lab during a unit on measurement, specifically covering density
  • Discuss why golf ball manufacturers don't make golf balls that float
Classroom Considerations
  • Lab could be used at the middle school level as well
Pros
  • Includes notes to help teachers with the last slide
  • Contains teacher notes on most slides to prompt discussion
  • Great application of density in the real world
Cons
  • None
Common Core