LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 4

The learner will conduct investigations and utilize technology and information systems to build an understanding of chemistry.

Objective 4.04

Describe the suitability of materials for use in technological design:

  • Electrical Conductivity.
  • Density.
  • Magnetism.
  • Solubility.
  • Malleability.

Resources aligned to this objective

Does it float? Exploring density
Density is a property of matter that requires abstract understanding from your students. This lesson plan is a hands-on lab for exploring the concepts of mass, volume, density, and their relationship. This lab achieves several 8th grade science objectives and incorporates mathematical objectives as well. The lab can easily be used as an introductory lab for the year, thus covering not only the content objectives, but also procedures for completing labs throughout the course of the year.
Format: lesson plan (grade 8 Science)
By Trish Loudermilt.

Lesson plans on the web

Dryer sheets
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, students hear how the old saying “opposites attract” relates to your laundry. Positively charged particles are attracted to negatively charged particles, which can cause static cling in clothing. (Learn more)
Format: activity (grade 8 Science)
Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science