Student Activity: Counting Atoms and Molecules

Chemists are constantly faced with the daunting task of counting large numbers of items, specifically atoms, ions, molecules and compounds. This task is made even more difficult by the fact that not all atoms of the same element are identical. In this...

Teacher Demo: Crushed Can – The Power of Atmospheric Pressure

This is a classic demonstration that illustrates the power of atmospheric pressure. A small amount of water is heated in a pop can. The can is inverted and submerged in ice-cold water. As a result, the pressure of the gas inside the can is quickly reduced dramatically...

Teacher Demo: An Eggciting Demonstration!

This demonstration is a dramatic look at the influence of the atmospheric pressure and the relationship of pressure and temperature of a gas. A burning piece of paper is inserted in a bottle and an egg is set on top of the bottle. After the flame is extinguished the...
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