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Separating mixtures: how we concentrate natural materials
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Activity type(s): Lesson plan, Classroom activity, Subject knowledge booster
Duration: 2 x 60 minute sessions
Suitable for ages: 11-14 years old
Description:
This activity covers methods of separation of mixtures as a class practical and then applies ideas about separation to separating mixtures of minerals on the basis of their different physical properties. This resource includes teacher’s notes and student’s notes.
Activity details available at:
https://geohubliverpool.org.uk/jesei/separating%20mixtures.htm
Links to activity files: https://earth-science.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/5/Separating-mixtures.pdf
Subject areas:
- Natural resources
- Earth and Atmosphere
- Mineral resources
- Experimental skills and strategies
- Investigation
Keywords: Buddling, Hand-picking, Mixtures, Granite, Minerals, Jigging, Panning, Separating mineralsMining
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