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Mineral Explorations Which Mineral is this?
Unlock the door to understanding one of the Earth’s most unique gifts… MINERALS. In this activity a 4-H science teacher will guide your classroom groups through a ‘hands-on’ step by step investigation of minerals. Students will perform the following test (streak test, glass scratch test, magnetic test, nail and penny scratch test, chemical reactivity test and more) to identify the physical characteristics of each mineral type. Other standards addressed: Students will…… Science 4.2.1-….students will develop the abilities needed to do scientific inquiry Science 4.3.1-….students will develop and understanding of the characteristics of objects and materials Science 4.5.1-…. Students will develop an understanding of the characteristics of earth materials. Science 5.2.1-….students will develop the abilities needed to do scientific inquiry….. Science 5.5.1-….students will develop an understanding of the structure of the earth Recommended teaching time for Which Mineral is this? is: 60 - 90 minutes Fee for Mineral Exploration: $40 per classroom of 30 students
*Only available through speaker visit. To register for this class complete the form below. All requests are subject to availability. Teachers will receive an invoice from the 4-H staff via e-mail after the project data has been set. You can contact the 4-H School Enrichment Staff by calling 402-444-7804 with questions, but all registrations must be received on-line. |
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