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Forensic scientists: Identifying unknown substances
In CareerStart lessons: Grade eight, page 5.10
In this lesson, students use the physical properties of three mystery substances to determine their identities. Students discuss how these skills apply to careers in forensic science.
Format: lesson plan (grade 8 Science)
By Tammy Johnson and Martha Tedrow.
Inquiry-based exploration of human impacts on stream ecosystems: The Mud Creek case study
This unit plan for high school earth and environmental science explores the impact of human activity on the health of streams in urban and non-urban settings. Students mimic current scientific research by measuring physical, chemical, and biological indicators of stream health.
Format: (multiple pages)
Reaction stoichiometry: How can we make chalk?
In Why does chemistry matter in my life?, page 4
In this lesson plan, students will explore the variety of chemical processes that produce chalk and determine which is the most cost-effective and efficient. Students create a small-scale process in the lab and evaluate the requirements for a larger-scale process.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
By Lisa Hibler.
Why does chemistry matter in my life?
This series of high school chemistry lesson plans addresses questions about the relevance of chemistry in everyday life.
Format: lesson plan (multiple pages)