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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Dalton's Atomic Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
An article describing Dalton's atomic theory. Learn how this theory was the first attempt to describe a fundamental part of matter, atoms. Article also discusses where the theory is incorrect based on the knowledge we have today.
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Museum of Science

The Atom's Family: Phases of Matter

For Students 3rd - 8th
Help the Phantom choose a material and observe the changes at different temperatures in the molecule chamber. What happens to the elements or molecules as the temperature changes?
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Georgia State University

Georgia State University: Hyper Physics: Leptons

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has a definition and properties of Leptons, the "Basic building blocks of matter." There are links to table of properties and more information.
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Open Curriculum

Open Curriculum: Thermodynamics

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn about the conservation of energy, aspects that affect energy in a system such as pressure and temperature, and to gain a better understanding of concepts such as entropy.
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Vision Learning

Visionlearning: Chemical Relationships: Chemical Equations

For Students 9th - 10th
An introduction to chemical reactions and an explanation of balanced equations.
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Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Chemistry: Stoichiometry

For Students 9th - 10th
Through informational text, interactive practice problems, video clips, and real-world application, students are introduced to the science of Stoichiometry.
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University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas Mc Donald Observatory: Spectroscope

For Teachers 6th - 8th
This lesson guides students to build a spectroscope, use it as a tool, and interpret their observations by applying concepts of conservation of energy and properties of matter.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Evolution of the Atomic Model

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students take a closer look at how our understanding of the atom has evolved over time.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Dalton's Atomic Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource investigates the beliefs of Dalton's atomic theory which consists of four parts. Which points do we still use today, and what have we learned since Dalton?
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Other

Laws of Thermodynamics

For Students 9th - 10th
A page from the Fundamentals of Physical Geography site. Identifies, describes and elaborates upon the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics.
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Chemical Reactions: Investigating Exothermic and Endothermic Reactions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this 9th grade physical science guided inquiry, students will work in pairs to discover the indicators of chemical reactions. Each pair of students is assigned either an exothermic or endothermic reaction. Based on their observations,...
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Other

World Vision: Water Matters Connection

For Students 3rd - 8th
Become informed about the importance of the world's clean water availability through games, photo albums, photo puzzles, quizzes, online polls, and teacher resources.
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Utah Education Network

Uen: Trb 5:1 Act. 4: Chem. Reactions Borax & Glue, Cream

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
For this experiment for Grade Five, students develop an understanding that chemical changes in matter do not affect the actual mass of the matter.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Physical and Chemical Changes

For Students 3rd - 5th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart introduces fifth graders to physical and chemical changes in matter. The Law of Conservation of Matter is also covered.
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My Science Site

Life Systems: Cells, Tissues, Organs

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive site for teachers provides some helpful resources that pertain to plant and animal cells. Includes a microscope diagram as well as plant, animal and pond labs. Also contains links to structures and mechanisms, matter and...
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US Geological Survey

Mercury in the Geochemical Cycle

For Students 9th - 10th
Mercury in the geochemical cycle ultimately affects the food chain. Learn about this and its effect on the Everglades.
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Other

Boston Public Library: The Sargent Murals

For Students 9th - 10th
A fully illustrated examination of John Singer Sargent?s monumental mural cycle, "Triumph of Religion," with information on the history of the murals, their interpretation, and the steps the library is taking to conserve the work.
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Implementing Biomimicry and Sustainable Design

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This unit provides students with an opportunity to study ecological relationships with an emphasis on the Sonoran Desert. Students appreciate the complexity and balance that supports the exchange of energy and matter within food webs....
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Energy Systems and Solutions

For Teachers 7th - 8th
The Energy Systems and Solutions unit brings students through the exploration of science and engineering concepts as they relate to energy issues in everyday life. Issues surrounding energy production and energy consumption provide a...
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Other

Mother Nature Network: Earth Day: An Animated Tribute

For Students 9th - 10th
Animated review of environmental legislation and events, produced as a commemoration, in 2010, on the forty-year anniversary of the first Earth Day. Includes a timeline of events. [4:40]
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Museum of Science

The Atom's Family: Radiometer

For Students 9th - 10th
Help Dracula find out about light waves by using a virtual radiometer.
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Black Footed Cat

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to quick facts, the Brookfield Zoo presents information on the social and eatings habits, appearance, conservation matters, and other characteristics of the black-footed cat.

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