Density of Plastics

Summary

Students in small groups will determine the density of different plastics using inference.

Materials

• 4 plastic vials
• marker
• alcohol
• water
• salt
• plastic pieces
• tweezers
• graduated cylinder
• Worksheet

Student Prior Knowledge

density

Instructional Procedures

Have students in small groups complete the worksheet attached.

Bibliography

Lesson Design by Jordan School District Teachers and Staff.