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Record: 1261
A novel way to prepare polyvinyl slime using PVA laundry bags. It includes material for a discussion of dissolvable vs disposable containers The experiment is easy and very clearly described.
Record: 1262
A 15 page background document on the history formulas, properties of polymers along with some demonstration experiments for each major type. Pay attention to the Safety Precautions that are clearly outlined in the author's instructions.
Record: 1315
A user-friendly site about all aspects of polymer science. Structure, synthesis, properties, commercial products,industrial synthesis, how polymers like shrink wrap work. Great for STSE ideas.
Record: 1388
The Nose Knows: This is a recipe for an overnight preparation of esters. Two very similar esters are prepared. One smells like wintergreen the other smells like grape.
Record: 1614
Building models of molecules to introduce reactions of alcohols to form aldehydes and ketones and ethers. Organized as group activities. Well-organized lesson plan.
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