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Northwest Territories - Science: Chemistry 30

Alberta Program of Studies | Adopted: 2004

This correlation lists the recommended Gizmos for this province's curriculum standards. Click any Gizmo title below for more information.

30?A.1.1k: : recall the application of Q = mc(delta)t to the analysis of heat transfer


30?A.1.1k: : recall the application of Q = mc(delta)t to the analysis of heat transfer

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Calorimetry Lab

Investigate how calorimetry can be used to find relative specific heat values when different substances are mixed with water. Modify initial mass and temperature values to see effects on the system. One or any combination of the substances can be mixed with water. A dynamic graph (temperature vs. time) shows temperatures of the individual substances after mixing. 5 Minute Preview


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30?A.1.5k: : use and interpret (delta)H notation to communicate and calculate energy changes in chemical reactions


30?A.1.5k: : use and interpret (delta)H notation to communicate and calculate energy changes in chemical reactions

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Chemical Changes

Chemical changes result in the formation of new substances. But how can you tell if a chemical change has occurred? Explore this question by observing and measuring a variety of chemical reactions. Along the way you will learn about chemical equations, acids and bases, exothermic and endothermic reactions, and conservation of matter. 5 Minute Preview


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30?A.1.9k: : identify that liquid water and carbon dioxide gas are reactants in photosynthesis and products of cellular respiration and that gaseous water and carbon dioxide gas are the products of hydrocarbon combustion in an open system


30?A.1.9k: : identify that liquid water and carbon dioxide gas are reactants in photosynthesis and products of cellular respiration and that gaseous water and carbon dioxide gas are the products of hydrocarbon combustion in an open system

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Cell Energy Cycle

Explore the processes of photosynthesis and respiration that occur within plant and animal cells. The cyclical nature of the two processes can be constructed visually, and the simplified photosynthesis and respiration formulae can be balanced. 5 Minute Preview


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30?A.1.10k: : classify chemical reactions as endothermic or exothermic, including those for the processes of photosynthesis, cellular respiration and hydrocarbon combustion.


30?A.1.10k: : classify chemical reactions as endothermic or exothermic, including those for the processes of photosynthesis, cellular respiration and hydrocarbon combustion.

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Chemical Changes

Chemical changes result in the formation of new substances. But how can you tell if a chemical change has occurred? Explore this question by observing and measuring a variety of chemical reactions. Along the way you will learn about chemical equations, acids and bases, exothermic and endothermic reactions, and conservation of matter. 5 Minute Preview


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30-A: : Thermochemical Changes

30-A.1: : Students will determine and interpret energy changes in chemical reactions.

30-A.1.3s.1: : compare energy changes associated with a variety of chemical reactions through the analysis of data and energy diagrams


30-A.1.3s.1: : compare energy changes associated with a variety of chemical reactions through the analysis of data and energy diagrams

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Chemical Changes

Chemical changes result in the formation of new substances. But how can you tell if a chemical change has occurred? Explore this question by observing and measuring a variety of chemical reactions. Along the way you will learn about chemical equations, acids and bases, exothermic and endothermic reactions, and conservation of matter. 5 Minute Preview


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30-A.1.4s.1: : use appropriate International System of Units (SI) notation, fundamental and derived units and significant digits


30-A.1.4s.1: : use appropriate International System of Units (SI) notation, fundamental and derived units and significant digits

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Unit Conversions 2 - Scientific Notation and Significant Digits

Use the Unit Conversions Gizmo to explore the concepts of scientific notation and significant digits. Convert numbers to and from scientific notation. Determine the number of significant digits in a measured value and in a calculation. 5 Minute Preview


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30?A.2.3k: : analyze and label energy diagrams of a chemical reaction, including reactants, products, enthalpy change and activation energy


30?A.2.3k: : analyze and label energy diagrams of a chemical reaction, including reactants, products, enthalpy change and activation energy

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Chemical Equations

Practice balancing chemical equations by changing the coefficients of reactants and products. As the equation is manipulated, the amount of each element is shown as individual atoms, histograms, or numerically. Molar masses of reactants and products can also be calculated and balanced to demonstrate conservation of mass. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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30?A.2.4k: : explain that catalysts increase reaction rates by providing alternate pathways for changes, without affecting the net amount of energy involved; e.g., enzymes in living systems.


30?A.2.4k: : explain that catalysts increase reaction rates by providing alternate pathways for changes, without affecting the net amount of energy involved; e.g., enzymes in living systems.

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Collision Theory

Observe a chemical reaction with and without a catalyst. Determine the effects of concentration, temperature, surface area, and catalysts on reaction rates. Reactant and product concentrations through time are recorded, and the speed of the simulation can be adjusted by the user. 5 Minute Preview


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30-A.2: : Students will explain and communicate energy changes in chemical reactions.

30-A.2.3s.2: : explain the discrepancy between the theoretical and actual efficiency of a thermal energy conversion system


30-A.2.3s.2: : explain the discrepancy between the theoretical and actual efficiency of a thermal energy conversion system

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Energy Conversion in a System

A falling cylinder is attached to a rotating propeller that stirs and heats the water in a beaker. The mass and height of the cylinder, as well as the quantity and initial temperature of water can be adjusted. The temperature of the water is measured as energy is converted from one form to another. 5 Minute Preview


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30?B.2.4k: : recognize that predicted reactions do not always occur; e.g., the production of chlorine gas from the electrolysis of brine


30?B.2.4k: : recognize that predicted reactions do not always occur; e.g., the production of chlorine gas from the electrolysis of brine

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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30?B.2.3sts: : explain that science and technology have influenced, and been influenced by, historical development and societal needs


30?B.2.3sts: : explain that science and technology have influenced, and been influenced by, historical development and societal needs

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DNA Analysis

Scan the DNA of frogs to produce DNA sequences. Use the DNA sequences to identify possible identical twins and to determine which sections of DNA code for skin color, eye color, and the presence or absence of spots. 5 Minute Preview


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30?C.1.1sts: : explain how science and technology are developed to meet societal needs and expand human capability


30?C.1.1sts: : explain how science and technology are developed to meet societal needs and expand human capability

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DNA Analysis

Scan the DNA of frogs to produce DNA sequences. Use the DNA sequences to identify possible identical twins and to determine which sections of DNA code for skin color, eye color, and the presence or absence of spots. 5 Minute Preview


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30?C.1.2sts: : explain that science and technology have influenced, and been influenced by, historical development and societal needs


30?C.1.2sts: : explain that science and technology have influenced, and been influenced by, historical development and societal needs

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DNA Analysis

Scan the DNA of frogs to produce DNA sequences. Use the DNA sequences to identify possible identical twins and to determine which sections of DNA code for skin color, eye color, and the presence or absence of spots. 5 Minute Preview


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30?C.1.4s: : work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas and in assessing results


30?C.1.4s: : work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas and in assessing results

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Pendulum Clock

Find the effect of length, mass, and angle on the period of a pendulum. The pendulum is attached to a clock that can be adjusted to tell time accurately. The clock can be located on Earth or Jupiter to determine the effect of gravity. 5 Minute Preview


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30?C.2.2k: : predict products and write and interpret balanced equations for the above reactions


30?C.2.2k: : predict products and write and interpret balanced equations for the above reactions

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Balancing Chemical Equations

Balance and classify five types of chemical reactions: synthesis, decomposition, single replacement, double replacement, and combustion. While balancing the reactions, the number of atoms on each side is presented as visual, histogram, and numerical data. 5 Minute Preview


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Chemical Equations

Practice balancing chemical equations by changing the coefficients of reactants and products. As the equation is manipulated, the amount of each element is shown as individual atoms, histograms, or numerically. Molar masses of reactants and products can also be calculated and balanced to demonstrate conservation of mass. 5 Minute Preview


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30?C.2.3k: : define, illustrate and provide examples of monomers (e.g., ethylene), polymers (e.g., polyethylene) and polymerization in living systems (e.g., carbohydrates, proteins) and nonliving systems (e.g., nylon, polyester, plastics)


30?C.2.3k: : define, illustrate and provide examples of monomers (e.g., ethylene), polymers (e.g., polyethylene) and polymerization in living systems (e.g., carbohydrates, proteins) and nonliving systems (e.g., nylon, polyester, plastics)

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Dehydration Synthesis

Build a glucose molecule, atom-by-atom, to learn about chemical bonds and the structure of glucose. Explore the processes of dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis in carbohydrate molecules. 5 Minute Preview


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30?C.2.1sts: : explain how science and technology are developed to meet societal needs and expand human capability


30?C.2.1sts: : explain how science and technology are developed to meet societal needs and expand human capability

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DNA Analysis

Scan the DNA of frogs to produce DNA sequences. Use the DNA sequences to identify possible identical twins and to determine which sections of DNA code for skin color, eye color, and the presence or absence of spots. 5 Minute Preview


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30?C.2.2sts: : explain that science and technology have influenced, and been influenced by, historical development and societal needs


30?C.2.2sts: : explain that science and technology have influenced, and been influenced by, historical development and societal needs

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DNA Analysis

Scan the DNA of frogs to produce DNA sequences. Use the DNA sequences to identify possible identical twins and to determine which sections of DNA code for skin color, eye color, and the presence or absence of spots. 5 Minute Preview


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30-C: : Chemical Changes of Organic Compounds

30-C.2: : Students will describe chemical reactions of organic compounds.

30-C.2.3s.2: : investigate the issue of greenhouse gases; identify some greenhouse gases, including methane, carbon dioxide, water and dinitrogen oxide (nitrous oxide); and analyze their contribution to climate change


30-C.2.3s.2: : investigate the issue of greenhouse gases; identify some greenhouse gases, including methane, carbon dioxide, water and dinitrogen oxide (nitrous oxide); and analyze their contribution to climate change

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Carbon Cycle

Follow the path of a carbon atom through the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere. Manipulate a simplified model to see how human activities and other factors affect the amount of atmospheric carbon today and in the future. 5 Minute Preview


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Greenhouse Effect - Metric

Within this simulated region of land, daytime's rising temperature and the falling temperature at night can be measured, along with heat flow in and out of the system. The amount of greenhouse gases present in the atmosphere can be adjusted through time, and the long-term effects can be investigated. 5 Minute Preview


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30?C.2.4s: : work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas and in assessing results


30?C.2.4s: : work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas and in assessing results

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Pendulum Clock

Find the effect of length, mass, and angle on the period of a pendulum. The pendulum is attached to a clock that can be adjusted to tell time accurately. The clock can be located on Earth or Jupiter to determine the effect of gravity. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.1.1k: : define equilibrium and state the criteria that apply to a chemical system in equilibrium; i.e., closed system, constancy of properties, equal rates of forward and reverse reactions


30?D.1.1k: : define equilibrium and state the criteria that apply to a chemical system in equilibrium; i.e., closed system, constancy of properties, equal rates of forward and reverse reactions

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.1.2k: : identify, write and interpret chemical equations for systems at equilibrium


30?D.1.2k: : identify, write and interpret chemical equations for systems at equilibrium

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.1.3k: : predict, qualitatively, using Le Chatelier?s principle, shifts in equilibrium caused by changes in temperature, pressure, volume, concentration or the addition of a catalyst and describe how these changes affect the equilibrium constant


30?D.1.3k: : predict, qualitatively, using Le Chatelier?s principle, shifts in equilibrium caused by changes in temperature, pressure, volume, concentration or the addition of a catalyst and describe how these changes affect the equilibrium constant

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.1.4k: : define Kc to predict the extent of the reaction and write equilibrium-law expressions for given chemical equations, using lowest whole-number coefficients


30?D.1.4k: : define Kc to predict the extent of the reaction and write equilibrium-law expressions for given chemical equations, using lowest whole-number coefficients

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.1.6k: : write Brønsted?Lowry equations, including indicators, and predict whether reactants or products are favoured for acid-base equilibrium reactions for monoprotic and polyprotic acids and bases


30?D.1.6k: : write Brønsted?Lowry equations, including indicators, and predict whether reactants or products are favoured for acid-base equilibrium reactions for monoprotic and polyprotic acids and bases

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Titration

Measure the quantity of a known solution needed to neutralize an acid or base of unknown concentration. Use this information to calculate the unknown concentration. A variety of indicators can be used to show the pH of the solution. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.1.7k: : identify conjugate pairs and amphiprotic substances


30?D.1.7k: : identify conjugate pairs and amphiprotic substances

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Titration

Measure the quantity of a known solution needed to neutralize an acid or base of unknown concentration. Use this information to calculate the unknown concentration. A variety of indicators can be used to show the pH of the solution. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.1.8k: : define a buffer as relatively large amounts of a weak acid or base and its conjugate in equilibrium that maintain a relatively constant pH when small amounts of acid or base are added.


30?D.1.8k: : define a buffer as relatively large amounts of a weak acid or base and its conjugate in equilibrium that maintain a relatively constant pH when small amounts of acid or base are added.

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Titration

Measure the quantity of a known solution needed to neutralize an acid or base of unknown concentration. Use this information to calculate the unknown concentration. A variety of indicators can be used to show the pH of the solution. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D: : Chemical Equilibrium Focusing on Acid-Base Systems

30-D.1: : Students will explain that there is a balance of opposing reactions in chemical equilibrium systems.

30-D.1.1s.1: : predict variables that can cause a shift in equilibrium


30-D.1.1s.1: : predict variables that can cause a shift in equilibrium

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.1.1s.2: : design an experiment to show equilibrium shifts; e.g., colour change, temperature change, precipitation


30-D.1.1s.2: : design an experiment to show equilibrium shifts; e.g., colour change, temperature change, precipitation

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Coral Reefs 2 - Biotic Factors

In this followup to the Coral Reefs 1 - Abiotic Factors activity, investigate the impacts of fishing, disease, and invasive species on a model Caribbean coral reef. Many variables can be manipulated, included intensity of fishing, presence of black band and white band disease, and the presence of actual and potential invasive species. Click "Advance year" to see the impacts of these biotic changes. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.1.2s.1: : perform an experiment to test, qualitatively, predictions of equilibrium shifts; e.g., colour change, temperature change, precipitation and gas production


30-D.1.2s.1: : perform an experiment to test, qualitatively, predictions of equilibrium shifts; e.g., colour change, temperature change, precipitation and gas production

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Diffusion

Explore the motion of particles as they bounce around from one side of a room to the other through an adjustable gap or partition. The mass of the particles can be adjusted, as well as the temperature of the room and the initial number of particles. In a real-world context, this can be used to learn about how odors travel, fluids move through gaps, the thermodynamics of gases, and statistical probability. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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Seed Germination

Perform experiments with several seed types to see what conditions yield the highest germination (sprouting) rate. Three different types of seeds can be studied, and the temperature, water and light in the germination chamber can be controlled. No two trials will have the same result so repeated trials are recommended. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.1.3s.1: : write the equilibrium law expression for a given equation


30-D.1.3s.1: : write the equilibrium law expression for a given equation

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.1.3s.2: : analyze, qualitatively, the changes in concentrations of reactants and products after an equilibrium shift


30-D.1.3s.2: : analyze, qualitatively, the changes in concentrations of reactants and products after an equilibrium shift

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.1.3s.3: : interpret data from a graph to determine when equilibrium is established and to determine the cause of a stress on the system


30-D.1.3s.3: : interpret data from a graph to determine when equilibrium is established and to determine the cause of a stress on the system

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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.1.3s.4: : interpret, qualitatively, titration curves of monoprotic and polyprotic acids and bases for strong acid?weak base and weak acid?strong base combinations, and identify buffering regions


30-D.1.3s.4: : interpret, qualitatively, titration curves of monoprotic and polyprotic acids and bases for strong acid?weak base and weak acid?strong base combinations, and identify buffering regions

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Titration

Measure the quantity of a known solution needed to neutralize an acid or base of unknown concentration. Use this information to calculate the unknown concentration. A variety of indicators can be used to show the pH of the solution. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.1.4s: : work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas and in assessing results


30?D.1.4s: : work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas and in assessing results

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Pendulum Clock

Find the effect of length, mass, and angle on the period of a pendulum. The pendulum is attached to a clock that can be adjusted to tell time accurately. The clock can be located on Earth or Jupiter to determine the effect of gravity. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.2.2k: : define Kw, Ka, Kb and use these to determine pH, pOH, [H3O+] and [OH?] of acidic and basic solutions


30?D.2.2k: : define Kw, Ka, Kb and use these to determine pH, pOH, [H3O+] and [OH?] of acidic and basic solutions

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Titration

Measure the quantity of a known solution needed to neutralize an acid or base of unknown concentration. Use this information to calculate the unknown concentration. A variety of indicators can be used to show the pH of the solution. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.2: : Students will determine quantitative relationships in simple equilibrium systems.

30-D.2.3k.1: : concentrations at equilibrium are known


30-D.2.3k.1: : concentrations at equilibrium are known

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Titration

Measure the quantity of a known solution needed to neutralize an acid or base of unknown concentration. Use this information to calculate the unknown concentration. A variety of indicators can be used to show the pH of the solution. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.2.3k.2: : initial concentrations and one equilibrium concentration are known


30-D.2.3k.2: : initial concentrations and one equilibrium concentration are known

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Titration

Measure the quantity of a known solution needed to neutralize an acid or base of unknown concentration. Use this information to calculate the unknown concentration. A variety of indicators can be used to show the pH of the solution. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.2.3k.3: : the equilibrium constant and one equilibrium concentration are known.


30-D.2.3k.3: : the equilibrium constant and one equilibrium concentration are known.

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Titration

Measure the quantity of a known solution needed to neutralize an acid or base of unknown concentration. Use this information to calculate the unknown concentration. A variety of indicators can be used to show the pH of the solution. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.2.1s.1: : design an experiment to show qualitative equilibrium shifts in concentration under a given set of conditions


30-D.2.1s.1: : design an experiment to show qualitative equilibrium shifts in concentration under a given set of conditions

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Diffusion

Explore the motion of particles as they bounce around from one side of a room to the other through an adjustable gap or partition. The mass of the particles can be adjusted, as well as the temperature of the room and the initial number of particles. In a real-world context, this can be used to learn about how odors travel, fluids move through gaps, the thermodynamics of gases, and statistical probability. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.2.2s.1: : perform an experiment to show equilibrium shifts in concentration


30-D.2.2s.1: : perform an experiment to show equilibrium shifts in concentration

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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30-D.2.3s.1: : use experimental data to calculate equilibrium constants


30-D.2.3s.1: : use experimental data to calculate equilibrium constants

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Equilibrium and Concentration

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium. 5 Minute Preview


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Equilibrium and Pressure

Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The amounts of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. This lesson focuses on partial pressures, Dalton's law, and Le Chatelier's principle. 5 Minute Preview


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30?D.2.4s: : work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas and in assessing results


30?D.2.4s: : work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas and in assessing results

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Pendulum Clock

Find the effect of length, mass, and angle on the period of a pendulum. The pendulum is attached to a clock that can be adjusted to tell time accurately. The clock can be located on Earth or Jupiter to determine the effect of gravity. 5 Minute Preview


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Correlation last revised: 9/16/2020

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