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Density Destiny
Sixth graders measure and investigate the densities of several objects. They, in teams, determine the mass and volume of each of the 5 objects and record the measurements in the data table.
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Mass, Volume and Density
Pupils compare and contrast the mass, volume, and density of various objects. They use a triple beam balance, measure and record the volume of a cup of water, and discuss the results.
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Using Soap Foam to Alter the Density of Plaster of Paris
Students determine the density of Plaster of Paris that has been prepared with a foam generated from dishwashing liquids and shampoo.
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Testing Density of Various Soap Products
Learners have the opportunity to observe, measure and analyze the density of aerosol shaving creams and foams generated from shampoo and dishwashing liquids or detergents.
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How Does Altitude Relate To Density?
Students demonstrate an understanding of the properties of matter by applying them to density, pressure, and temperature. The educational software program, "Foilsim" is used in this inquiry.
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Density Discoveries
Students participate in Density Discoveries, which is a hands-on learning opportunity for students to find the mass, volume, and density of solid matter.
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Can You Find the Difference?
Learners create their own balance to determine a difference in the weight (and composition) of cents made in different years.
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Float Your Boat
Students design an experiment to find density using Archimedes' Principle. In this physics instructional activity, students calculate density using mass and volume. They share their findings in class.
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i-Density Crisis
Eighth graders determine the density using mass and volume. In this science lesson, 8th graders explain why some materials float or sink. They estimate the density of objects based on whether it floats or sinks in a liquid of known...
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Introduction to Density
Seventh graders define density in their own words. In this physics lesson, 7th graders solve density problems using its mathematical formula. They explain why some objects flow and some sink.
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To Float or Not to Float - A Lesson on Density
Learners define density in their own words. In this physics activity, students calculate density using mass and volume. They explain why some objects sink and some float.
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Density, Iron, and Anemia
Young scholars explain what factors determine density. In this physics lesson, students hypothesize which objects are less dense. They cite the importance of density in everyday life.
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Condiment Diver: The World's Simplest Cartesian Diver
Middle schoolers explain what density is in their own words. In this physics lesson, students perform the condiment experiment and explain why some float and some sink. They share their findings in class.
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The Floating Golf Ball
Fourth graders discuss density. In this floating golf ball lesson students complete a lab activity on density while working in groups.
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Wood Identification Based on Density
Eighth graders measure irregular and regular shaped solids. In this investigative lesson students calculator volume, mass and density of wood and blocks.
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Diving Raisins
Students participate in a mini lab to explore density. In this density lesson students view a demonstration and answer questions.
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How Much Do I Know About Water?
Sixth graders explore ways to analyze the properties of water and examine the chemistry of water. In this water lesson students work in groups and complete several activities.
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The Composition of Seawater
Young scholars explore the concept of finding the composition of seawater. In this finding the composition of seawater instructional activity, students make a saturated salt water solution. Young scholars discuss why there is...
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Mass vs. Weight
Students make generalizations about weight and mass by engaging in two hands-on experiments. In this weight and mass lesson, students weigh both an empty beaker and beakers with various amounts of weight inside of them in order to find...
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Immiscible Liquids and Density
Students will make a lava lamp. In this density lesson, students will combine water and oil and make observations, then add salt to the oil and observe the oil sink, then float again when the salt dissolves in the water.
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Introduction to Science
In this science measurement learning exercise, students practice calculating volume, density, and area as it relates to science experiments. This learning exercise has 4 multiple choice and 2 problems to solve.
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Chemical Compounds
In this chemical compounds worksheet, students write the name or chemical formula for the given compounds. Students determine the mass of a cylinder and a given volume of ethanol. This worksheet has 2 fill in the blank questions and 2...
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Forces in Fluids
In this forces in fluids worksheet, learners answer questions as they relate to forces in fluids. Students complete a chart about atmospheric pressure.
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Worksheet 1
In this worksheet, students calculate the density, molar mass, and volume of given word problems. Students also calculate the partial pressure of the gases given in the particular problem.