Sublime Sublimation

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In this activity, learners explore sublimation by conducting experiments with dry ice. Learners observe how dry ice changes phases, and the physical changes that occur when they mix or add other substances. Safety note: this activity involves dry ice; please follow recommended guidelines.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
45 to 60 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
$10 - $20 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 11 - 14
Resource Types:
Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Newspapers, to protect countertop
  • Ice cubes
  • Dry ice
  • Glass measuring cups or beakers
  • Warm water
  • Food coloring
  • Liquid soap

Keywords

Subjects

  • Mathematics
    • Measurement
      • Rate
  • Physical Sciences
    • Chemistry
    • Motion and Forces
    • States of Matter
      • Solids
      • Liquids
      • Gases
      • Changes of Phase
    • Structure and Properties of Matter
      • Atomic Structure
      • Elements and Periodic Table
      • Volume and Density
  • The Nature of Science
    • The Scientific Process
      • Conducting Investigations

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • see color
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Components that are part of this resource:

Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

  • Saltz, Austen

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, Science Friday, 2010