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- Student Activity Sheet
- Investigation 7
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- What's Going On? - Review & Apply
- Think About It - Review & Apply
- Inquiry in Action - Investigating Matter Through Inquiry
- Lab & Experiment
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Fourth in a set of several little lessons on density, this one compares the density of fresh and salt water. First by demonstration, and then by a hands-on activity, learners find that adding salt increases the density, as is evidenced by a carrot slice floating higher in the liquid.
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- Lab sheet questions stimulate critical thinking and provide a clear procedure
- A valuable component of a comprehensive mini unit on density
- Teachers are well supported by directions, answers, and assessment criteria
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