Fizz, Pop, Boom!
Directions: Sometimes it is hard to understand gasses because most of them are invisible (we can't see them). In this activity, you and your group members will work with baking soda, vinegar, and a balloon to help you better understand the properties of a gas. While you are completing this activity, think about these important questions:
To complete this investigation, use the worksheet "Fizz, Pop, Boom" (click link) (one printed and completed per group). Once you are done with the investigation and worksheet, bring the worksheet and your "Action Plan" to your teacher to obtain a signature.
If you chose to complete this activity, then choose and complete one more optional group activity.
- If we can't see the gas, how do you know it's there?
- Does gas take the shape of its container?
- Does the drink you are packing for your lunch contain any gases? How do you know?
To complete this investigation, use the worksheet "Fizz, Pop, Boom" (click link) (one printed and completed per group). Once you are done with the investigation and worksheet, bring the worksheet and your "Action Plan" to your teacher to obtain a signature.
If you chose to complete this activity, then choose and complete one more optional group activity.