Making Cents of Density
Science: Physical Science: Buoyancy
Science: Physical Science: Properties of Matter
Science: Physical Science: Volume
6-8
35 Minutes
TI-84 series
- Collect the following materials:
- At least 28 coins of the domination you are
assigned (0.01, 0.05, 0.10, 0.25)
Note: If you chose pennies, they should all be pre 1982 or post 1982 - Massing device up to 200 grams
- Meter stick or millimeter ruler
- Optional: 100 ml graduated cylinders with H2O to measure volume by displacement
Lessons
Making Cents of Density
Activity Overview
In this activity, students will measure the mass and volume of several collections of a coin type and enter the data into their handhelds and explore for patterns. Students will also make a plot of mass vs. volume and create a mathematical model that demonstrates the relationship between mass and volume.
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Science: Physical Science: Buoyancy
Science: Physical Science: Properties of Matter
Science: Physical Science: Volume
6-8
35 Minutes
TI-84 series
- Collect the following materials:
- At least 28 coins of the domination you are
assigned (0.01, 0.05, 0.10, 0.25)
Note: If you chose pennies, they should all be pre 1982 or post 1982 - Massing device up to 200 grams
- Meter stick or millimeter ruler
- Optional: 100 ml graduated cylinders with H2O to measure volume by displacement
Lessons
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