10th Grade Physical Science Core Labs

   Lab 5 - Orange's Secret

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Purpose:
To use properties to determine density.

Summary:
Students mass unpeeled and later peeled oranges and use water displacement to determine density.

Objectives Links:
1: B. SI
1: D. Graphing
4: A. Matter

Process Skills Checklist

Materials:

  • 4 oranges (unpeeled)
  • triple beam balance
  • liter beaker
  • water

Safety Concerns:
Safety with glass and proper handling of balance.

Revision Date:
November 2001
ISD 30 Science Dept. Bartlesville Independent School District 30
Science Department

10th Grade Physical Science Curriculum