What's the Composition of the Universe?
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- Original Source:American Museum of Natural History
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The composition of the universe is constantly changing as fusion turns hydrogen and helium into heavier elements. In this activity, a supplement to the Hall of Meteorites Educator's Guide, students use colored confetti or sprinkles to create samples that show the abundance of elements in different substances found in the universe. This activity begins by dividing students into groups and giving each an assortment of the colored pieces, a list of the elements, and the color that represents each element. Then, each group is given a small jar and a recipe card for different substances, and are asked to create a substance by combining the correct proportion of elements. Finally, the groups trade jars, record the contents, and determine what substance each jar represents. Less
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Grade: 9 to 12
Topics: Chemistry, Earth & Space Science, Professional Development
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Tool for: Teachers