All Science
Calibrating pH Meters
Calibrating a pH meter is a useful skill for science labs. By learning the proper technique for calibrating a pH meter, students can ensure accurate and repeatable readings.
August 2, 2024
Category: Chemistry
AP Chemistry
Dimensional Analysis
Dimensional analysis might sound like an intimidating scientific term, but it’s a powerful tool that helps us make sense of the world around us. Dimensional
December 4, 2023
AP Chemistry
Flame Tests and Spectroscopy: Get Excited About Color
Have you ever wondered what makes fireworks sparkle with color, why decorative fireplace logs burn green or blue, or how birthday cake candles burn with
October 30, 2023
Chemistry
Which Chemistry Kit Is Right for You?
Whether you’re a new or experienced teacher, look to Carolina for your hands-on chemistry needs. Our kits are designed with your teaching goals in mind.
October 18, 2023
Chemistry
Atomic Theory
Candy models Many teachers relate the different historical understandings of atomic structure to different varieties of candy. At the beginning of a review of models,
September 11, 2023
Activities
Electron Configuration and Periodic Trends
A Carolina EssentialsTM Activity Total Time: 60 mins Prep: 15 mins | Activity: 60 mins Physical Science, Chemistry 9-12 High School Total Time: 60 minutes
August 26, 2023
Activities
Modeling Alpha and Beta Decay
A Carolina EssentialsTM Activity Total Time: 60 mins Prep: 15 mins | Activity: 45 mins Physical Science 9-12 High School Total Time: 60 minutes [
July 14, 2023
Activities
Factors That Affect Reaction Rate
A Carolina EssentialsTM Demonstration Total Time: 45-60 mins Prep: 15 mins | Activity: 30-45 mins Physical Science, Chemistry 9-12 High School Total Time: 45-60 minutes
July 13, 2023
Activities
Molecular Geometry with Balloons
Background Molecular geometry can be tricky for students to grasp. Two-dimensional representations of molecular geometries predicted by the valence-shell electron-pair repulsion (VSEPR) model can be
July 10, 2023
Activities
Properties of Water
Background Water is a polar molecule, which means it has a positive end and a negative end. The oxygen end (blue) is like the negative
July 10, 2023
