10th Grade Physical Science Core Labs

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Purpose:
Students will learn how to accurately measure the mass of various objects using three different methods of measuring mass.

Summary:
Students will measure the mass of different objects on a triple beam balance by the following three methods:mMeasuring mass directly, finding the mass by difference, and measuring out a substance.

Objectives Links:
1: B. SI

Process Skills Checklist

Materials:

• triple beam balance
• rubber stopper
• 100 mL graduated cylinder
• weighing paper
• coin
• scapula
• water
• table salt
• large paper clip
• 50 to 250 mL beaker

Safety Concerns:
Students do not throw solids into the sink. Proper handling of balance.

Revision Date:
November 2001