Chemistry

QUIZ STAR - Online quizzes for class
=**__DESCRIBING MATTER__**=

===Scale of the Universe - This interactive website allows you to explore the scale of items ranging from the smallest known thing all the way to entire observable universe. A great way of putting measurements in perspective.===

__STATES OF MATTER VIDEO COLLECTION__
[|Properties of Matter] - (1:00) Watch this video, which demonstrates melting point and will leave you asking, "Why?"

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[|Sublimation and Deposition] - (3:52) watch this video demonstration where solid iodine sublimes and is then deposited as crystals
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=== (NEW!) [|Density Simulation] -**Adjust the Mass and Volume of blocks of various materials, or challenge yourself by using mystery blocks to investigate density and how it works //(submitted by nace1112m)//**===

__**Physical and Chemical Changes Virtual Lab**__**:** Click on the following link: [|P & C Changes Virtual Lab]

(NEW!) [|States of Matter Game] - A simple matching game showing the three states of matter and characteristics. A great way to review for a test! //(submitted by lopez1112n)//

===** (NEW!) **[|Visualizing Density] -**Having fun with mass and volume. This resource provides a visual to compare the size and mass of different substances //(submitted by davis1112t)//**===

===** (NEW!) Gas Laws Simulation - A great resource that you can run from this website. Change variables such as gravity, temperature, volume, and the amount of gas. Observe gases change pressure and temperature as you get to change the settings. A good way to observe the gas laws //(submitted by seabrooks1112c).//**===

QUIZ STAR - Online quizzes for class
=__**BEGINNER CHEMISTRY**__=


 * Build an Atom ** - This simulator allows you to change the amount of sub atomic particles within an atom, and helps determine what you have created.

__BEGINNER CHEMISTRY VIDEO COLLECTION__
(NEW!) Just How Small is an Atom? - (5:28) This animated video shows a great example of the size of an atom by comparing them to blueberries.

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(NEW!) Rutherford's Experiment - (0:47) This quick animation gives an overview of how Ernst Rutherford discovered that atoms are made of mostly empty space, and the nucleus of an atom is incredibly small and in the center of an atom.

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(NEW!) Hi-tech Rutherford - (4:06) A modern version of Rutherford's experiment shows how he made his discoveries, which eventually led to particle physics.

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**__Adopt an Element Resources__** **- this list of websites are all valuable resources to complete your Adopt an Element project**
 * ===[|Chem4Kids]===
 * ===[|Chemical Elements]===
 * ===[|Chemicool]===
 * ===[|Webelements]===
 * ===[|Wooden Periodic Table]===
 * Other Resources (including EasyBib)

=== (NEW!) The Metalloids - (36:26) this video goes into great detail about some of the most interesting elements on the periodic table. Very in-depth about the metalloids. ===

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**(NEW!)** ** Noble Gases ** **- (1:17) This old school video provides an interesting description of the noble gases, by using balloons filled with each gas.**

===[|Fireworks Webquest] - This activity will take you through the history of fireworks, the ingredients of fireworks, and how fireworks are made.===

QUIZ STAR - Online quizzes for class
=__**ADVANCED CHEMISTRY**__=

===Middle School Chemistry - Covalent Bond - This website hosts a variety of descriptions, examples, and animations showing covalent bonds.===

====Sodium in Chlorine Gas - (0:41) A demonstration of ionic bonding using sodium and chlorine to form salt. The reaction is activated through intense direct heat.==== media type="custom" key="24052176"

====Reaction of Sodium and Chlorine - (0:52) A demonstration of ionic bonding using sodium and chlorine to form salt. The reaction is activated through intense heat when a drop of water is added to sodium. ==== media type="custom" key="24052184"

===Middle School Chemistry - Ionic Bond - This website hosts a variety of descriptions, examples, and animations showing ionic bonds. ===

ULTIMATE LAB SAFETY - (7:08) The ultimate collection of lab safety fails. How many can you find?
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The Science of Macaroni Salad - (3:15) A great exploration of what macaroni salad and gasoline have in common.
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A Beginner's Guide to Balancing Equations - (11:09) A great tutorial provided by Mr. Andersen, a high school biology teacher from Bozeman, MT.
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The pH Scale - (2:23) A brief introduction to the pH scale with common household items and their pH.
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Coke Cans in Acids and Bases - (2:50) A demonstration of the caustic nature of both acids and bases.
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Acids, Bases, and pH - (8:54) A more detailed look at how acids and bases really work, with an explanation of determining the pH. media type="custom" key="24052092"

===[|Color Changing Milk] - Instructions and video clip for a lab activity where milk becomes a palette of tie-dye colors.===