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A Funny Taste
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  In this activity, learners explore the different salinities of various sources of water by taste-testing.
  
Salt 'n Lighter
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  In this activity, learners discover that as the salinity of water increases, the density increases as well. Learners prove this by attempting to float fresh eggs in saltwater and freshwater.
  
Crushing Test
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  In this activity, learners design a crushing test and discover that identifying and controlling the variables may be difficult.
  
Make a "Mummy"
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  The Ancient Egyptians used a naturally-occurring salt from the banks of the Nile River, called natron, to mummify their dead.
  
We all Scream for Ice Cream
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  In this activity, learners observe how salinity affects the freezing point of water by making and enjoying ice cream.
  
Curious Crystals
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  Learners carefully look at four known household crystals.
  
Glowing Pickle
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  In this activity, high voltage is applied across a pickle to emit a yellow glow. This activity should only be conducted by skilled adults and is best suited as a demonstration.
  
Comparing Crystals
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  In this chemistry activity (page 3 of the PDF), learners will learn about crystals by growing their very own.
  
Scream for Ice Cream
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  Don't scream for ice cream -- make it with milk, sugar, flavoring and some 'salt-water' ice. Discover the chemistry of ice cream by creating your own.
  
Sugar/Salt Crystals
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  In this chemistry activity (page 1 of the PDF), learners will observe a physical change.
  
Pickle Lab
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  In this online activity, learners experience the thrill of pickle making, and explore how a cucumber becomes a pickle.