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California includes a city named Boron, after the element. An instructive video in a longer series on chemical elements introduces the beautiful green flame of boron. It discusses the properties, applications, and unique place in history this element holds.
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Instructional Ideas
- Discuss the common uses of boron, including in borax, a common ingredient in laundry detergent
- Research boron nitride nanotubes
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of chemical reactions
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes closed captioning in English, Portuguese, and Spanish
- Requires very little class time
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- None