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In this activity, learners make different shapes that hold exactly one mole of gas (air). Learners are provided a face that they must measure and use as one of the sides of their three-dimensional container. Learners will discover that the containers may end up a variety of boxes and cylinders each with different starting faces but all with the same volume.
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 14 - 18
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- posterboard, cardboard, or other stiff paper
- scissors
- tape
- ruler
- calculator or mathematical mind
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth Structure
- Atmosphere
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Earth Structure
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Mathematics
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Algebra
- Variables and Expressions
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Geometry
- Plane Geometry
- Solid Geometry
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Measurement
- Units of Measurement
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Number and Operations
- Decimals
- Exponents
- Multiples and Factors
- Operations
- Representation
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Algebra
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Problem Solving
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The Design Process
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Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
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States of Matter
- Gases
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Structure and Properties of Matter
- Volume and Density
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Yu, Julie
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Exploratorium, 2007
Funding Sources:
- National Science Foundation, 0610238
- National Science Foundation, 0925383