Physical Science with Vernier

Containing 40 experiments, Physical Science with Vernier is perfect for introductory physical science and integrated science classes.

Description

Physical Science with Vernier contains 40 ready-to-use experiments for physical science (middle school through grade 10). The complete table of contents is shown below. Experiments are included for 9 Vernier physical science sensors in chemistry and physics. These experiments are perfect for introductory physical science and integrated science classes!

Included with Physical Science with Vernier

  • Complete student experiments with materials list, step-by-step instructions, data tables, and questions.
  • Teacher Information section for each experiment with complete directions for setting up experiments, helpful hints, and sample graphs and data.
  • Word-processing files of the student sections on a CD so that any experiment may be easily edited to your specifications (Microsoft Word for Macintosh and Windows files).
  • CD includes instructions to perform the experiments on every supported platform:
    • Computer
    • LabQuest in standalone mode
    • Calculator (EasyData and Datamate)

Features listed above are only available when you purchase the lab book. The downloadable evaluation PDFs include student instructions only.

Sensors and Interfaces for Experiments

Buy a package to get the sensors and interface used for the experiments in this book.

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Experiments

Select an experiment below to view objectives, standards correlations, or download a preview.

experimentProducts
1Temperature Probe Response Time
2Boiling Temperature of Water
3Freezing and Melting of Water
4Evaporation of Alcohols
5Endothermic and Exothermic Reactions
6Neutralization Reactions
7Mixing Warm and Cold Water
8Heat of Fusion
9Energy Content of Fuels
10Energy Content of Foods
11Absorption of Radiant Energy
12An Insulated Cola Bottle
13A Good Sock
14Insolation Angle
15Solar Homes and Heat Sinks
16Conducting Solutions
17Conductivity of Saltwater: The Effect of Concentration
18Acid Strengths
19Frictional Forces
20First-Class Levers
21Pulleys
22An Inclined Plane
23Reflectivity of Light
24Polaroid Filters
25How Bright is the Light?
26Electromagnets: Winding Things Up
27Magnetic Field Explorations
28Household Acids and Bases
29Acid Rain
30Gas Pressure and Volume
31Gas Temperature and Pressure
32Fun with Pressure
33Lemon "Juice"
34Lead Storage Batteries
35Graphing Your Motion
36Measuring Momentum
37It's Race Day
38Momentum: A Crash Lesson
39Newton's Second Law
40Falling Objects

Ordering Information

NameOrder CodePriceQuantity
Physical Science with VernierPSV$48
ORDER CODE PSV
$48

About this Book

Authors

  • Donald L. Volz
  • Sandy Sapatka

ISBN

978-1-929075-47-8

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