Chemistry in the Aluminum Industry
Backgrounders
Learn about the role of chemistry in the aluminum industry.
Exploring Physical and Chemical Changes
Lessons
Students observe and classify physical and chemical changes of matter.
Mike Stanzel
Career Profiles
Technical Sales Manager
Megan Katz
Prosthetic Technician
Describing and Classifying Matter
Backgrounders
Learn about the physical and chemical properties of matter.
Types of Materials
Backgrounders
Descriptions and properties of common materials such as wood, metal, glass, plastics, ceramics and paper.
Properties of Materials
Picture Collections
10 images showing objects that are hard, soft, flexible, rigid, rough, smooth, strong, fragile, buoyant and non-buoyant
The Solutioneers Week 2: Ready to Roll
Interactives
This week's episodes and hands-on activity explore re-engineering.
Vanessa Russell
Apprenticeship Program Project Manager
Ashley Ritchie
Bricklaying Apprentice
Why do oil and water not mix?
Hands-on Activities
What chemistry determines how oil and water behave when mixed? Explore the mixing of oil and water and the density of liquids in this activity.
Why do we need two eyes to see?
Hands-on Activities
Ever wondered why we have two eyes (and not one, three or more)? Find how your two eyes work together in this hands-on activity.
What is the best way to clean up an oil spill?
Hands-on Activities
Learn about the properties of materials and the challenges of cleaning up an oil spill in this activity.
Which Fastener is Best?
Lessons
Students will learn about the different types of fasteners to investigate which fastener is best for a particular material or job and why.