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Lesson 64 of 84 ยท Matter and Atoms

Experiment

Mass and Volume (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

Distillation separates mixtures based on different boiling points. Heating salt water causes water to evaporate and condense, leaving salt behind and producing fresh water.

Key Words

  • solubility
  • concentration

Materials Needed

  • plastic bottles
  • balloons
  • measuring cups
  • paper towels
  • thermometer
  • strainer

Safety First

  • Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.
  • Do not mix unknown chemicals together.
  • Tie back long hair before starting the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Review the background information on Matter and Atoms before starting.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Test 5 household liquids (vinegar, milk, lemon juice, baking soda water, soap) with pH paper. Classify each as acid, base, or neutral.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Observe what happens and describe it in detail.

Step 4 โ€” Record

Record your observations in your science journal with measurements and descriptions.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What holds atoms together in a molecule?

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