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Curriculum content descriptions

Solids, liquids and gases have different observable properties and behave in different ways (ACSSU077)

Elaborations
  • recognising that substances exist in different states depending on the temperature
  • observing that gases have mass and take up space, demonstrated by using balloons or bubbles
  • exploring the way solids, liquids and gases change under different situations such as heating and cooling
  • recognising that not all substances can be easily classified on the basis of their observable properties
ScOT terms

States of matter,  Properties of matter

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Primary Connections: What's the matter?

  • TLF-IDS7162

This comprehensive teacher resource explores the properties of solids, liquids and gases through a series of collaborative inquiry-based learning activities. Students are supported to plan and conduct an investigation of whether the observable properties of materials change with temperature. Seven structured lessons are ...

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experiMENTALS: Spooky slime

  • TLF-IDM016699

This resource contains a materials and instruction list and brief explanation for students about the process of making spooky slime with cornflour to produce a substance that is a little like a liquid and a little like a solid.

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DIY Lava Lamp

  • TLF-IDM016475

This resource contains lessons plans containing instructions and teachers' notes for an activity based on a chemical reaction that occurs when a soluble aspirin tablet dissolves and the fact that oil and water do not mix are used to create a model of a lava lamp. Students have fun while they learn about density of fluids. ...

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Properties and behaviour of gases

  • TLF-IDM015797

All substances are made up of tiny particles. A change in temperature can change the way these particles behave. Watch as the Surfing Scientist demonstrates how a gas behaves when it is heated. Find out whether the balloon gets sucked or pushed into the bottle!

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Science Talk 2007: Ruben Meerman

  • TLF-IDM016378

Find out what happens when the ABC's Surfing scientist, Ruben Meerman visits Year 3 at Crown Street Public School with some liquid nitrogen! Ruben shows the Year 3 students what happens to solids and gases when they are cooled and warmed and relates this to real-world phenomena. Ruben also shows the kids some tricks with ...

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Change of state: liquid to gas

  • TLF-IDM015708

Substances exist in different states depending on the temperature. Watch the Surfing Scientist have a popping good time as he demonstrates this phenomenon. Don't forget to block your ears!

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Amazing properties of water

  • TLF-IDM018351

Discover the wonderful properties of water as Adam Spencer and Dr Karl track the change in melting ice as it moves from solid to liquid. Listen as Dr Karl explains the importance of water to the development of life on Earth.

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Solids, liquids and gases

  • TLF-IDM014086

This is a unit of work designed to help students increase their understanding of solids, liquids and gases, and examines in detail the observable properties and behaviours of gas. Students use this learning to help them classify different substances and identify ways in which gases are used in their everyday lives. Additional ...

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From chocolate buttons to magic patterns

  • TLF-IDM017573

Want to do a simple science experiment that works just like a magic trick? Watch the Surfing Scientist to find out how. He creates a pattern made up of regular shapes by dissolving coated chocolate buttons.

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Heating and cooling

  • TLF-IDS8332

Students explore the properties of solids, liquids and gases, with a particular focus on the properties of air. Students investigate how heating and cooling may or may not change the state of a particular substance. The tasks allow students to articulate their thinking and record ideas.

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Do-it-yourself science toys

  • TLF-IDM018309

Bernie and Ruben show you how to make four do-it-yourself (DIY) science toys. Learn how to make a balancing tightrope walker, a lava lamp, a spinning spiral decoration and a cardboard boomerang. You might need some help with a few things.

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Picking up ice cubes with string

  • TLF-IDM018516

Imagine trying to pick up a slippery ice cube with just a piece of string. Watch the Surfing Scientist team demonstrate how it can be done, using a surprising additive.

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Salt water density experiment

  • TLF-IDM015764

Discover what density is and how you can test the density of liquids. You will also find out about salt water and how its density is responsible for the circulation of water around the world's oceans.

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Shrinking and expanding metals

  • TLF-IDM015808

Explore with the Surfing Scientist team what happens when metals are heated and cooled. Find out what happens to a metal ring when it is immersed in extremely cold liquid nitrogen. What do hinges on the Sydney Harbour Bridge have to do with all this? Find out.

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What makes popcorn pop?

  • TLF-IDM018156

There's science behind turning hard kernels of corn into light, fluffy popcorn, and it involves heat and pressure. Watch this clip to find out what special properties of corn seeds make them good for popping. Also discover the role 'gloopy' starch plays in the perfect popcorn!

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Bubbles in boiling water

  • TLF-IDM018350

Have you ever wondered why boiling water has bubbles? Discover with Dr Karl how the bubbles form, then watch what happens as Ruben the Surfing Scientist adds coffee to water he has boiled without bubbles. Spectacular, but dangerous!

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Artificial eyes: how are they made?

  • TLF-IDM015412

To answer the question 'Are glass eyes really made of glass?' Peter Rowsthorn visits an ocularist who makes artificial eyes. Join him as he investigates how these eyes are made. Witness the skill of an ocularist, Jenny Geelen, as she creates an artificial eye to match Pete's existing eyes.

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Animating Science

  • TLF-IDM017019

Over a series of lessons with year 5 and 6 students, two graduate teachers use experiments and information and communication technology (ICT) to teach the students about the properties of solids, liquids and gases. Students are encouraged to demonstrate their knowledge of how particles behave by developing computer animations ...

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experiMENTALS: Magic rocking candle

  • TLF-IDM016610

This resource contains a materials and instruction list and brief explanation for students about the process of burning both ends of a balancing candle. This activity is most likely to be done as a teacher demonstration for safety and classroom management reasons, particularly at primary school level.

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The particle model

  • TLF-IDM017020

Two graduate teachers collaboratively teach a lesson on the interaction of particles in solids, liquids and gases. They encourage students to take on leadership roles in class through a role-play activity to demonstrate their understanding of the particle model. Following this, students develop presentations using information ...

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