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Candy rocks! A sweet lesson offers a different take on the rock candy experiment. Groups use a supersaturated sugar solution to create rock candy. Pupils then add other ingredients to the solution to test their effect on the crystallization process.
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Instructional Ideas
- Provide each group with a different additive
Classroom Considerations
- Activity requires two class periods with three days in between the class periods
- Variety of additives is necessary in addition to sugar; see materials list for specific information
- The second lesson of the series of three
Pros
- Includes a procedure handout for learners
- Provides ways to scale activity for lower and upper grade levels
Cons
- Resource contains some formatting issues