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In this activity, learners investigate the speed of chemical reactions with light sticks. Learners discover that reactions can be sped up or slowed down due to temperature changes.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $5 - $10 per group of students
- Ages 11 - 18
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Light sticks (any color)
- Goggles
- Aprons
- Lots of paper towels
- Clear cups
- Source of ice water and very hot water
- Scissors
Subjects
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Mathematics
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Measurement
- Rate
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Measurement
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Physical Sciences
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Heat and Thermodynamics
- Heat and Temperature
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Chemistry
- Chemical Reactions
- Solutions
- Vibration and Waves
- Structure and Properties of Matter
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Heat and Thermodynamics
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Communicating Results
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Toys
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Muller, Eric
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Exploratorium, 2003