Earth Science

Of all the naturally occurring metals, copper is one of the most useful and versatile. Evidence suggests copper has been used by humans for at least 10,000 years. Copper is used in architecture, electrical wiring, water pipes, and plumbing fixtures. It is found in automobiles and a variety of electronics and electronic devices. It is used in electrical motors, generators, and turbines. It is an important part of heat exchangers found in refrigeration and air conditioning units, and is found on circuit boards and in electromagnets. While copper is typically extracted from copper-containing mineral ores that must be treated and refined to obtain the pure metal, copper also exists in nature in its native elemental form. This is the rarest and most valuable form of copper as it is the easiest to process to obtain pure metal. In this activity, students will create specific environment conditions and examine the formation of native copper deposits over several days. Kit contains enough materials for 15 groups. Teacher’s Guide and Student Study and Analysis copymasters are included.

Kit Includes: 200g Copper Sulfate 200g Sodium Chloride 30 Iron nails 15 Plastic vials 50 Filter paper discs, 25mm 15 Hand magnifiers

DOT Info: Non-regulated

IS8701 $53.00

Soil Analysis

Soil composition has been a keystone experiment in earth science classrooms for many years. Our soil analysis kit will teach students the skills needed to properly conduct soil composition tests as well as allow them to collect and evaluate local soil samples. By bringing in local soil samples the students can build a stronger connection to their own local environment while still building on a knowledge base that can be applied to any other environment. Kit contains enough materials for 10 groups. Teacher’s Guide and Student Study and Analysis copymasters are included.

Kit Includes: 10 x 1.5mL 10 28mL Universal Indicator Solution Universal Indicator Solution Color Chart Bromoform

28mL

Bromobenzene 10 x 6mL 0.5M Potassium Chromate 10 x 6mL 0.5 M Hydrochloric Acid 10 x 12g Soil Sample A 10 x 12g Soil Sample B 10 x 12g Soil Sample C 10 x 12g Soil Sample D

DOT: Small quantity exemption 173.4 THIS PACKAGE CONFORMS TO 49 CFR 173.4 for domestic highway or rail transport only

IS8702

10 Magnifiers 10 Forceps 20 Polarizing filters 50 Drying Dishes 20 Sieve Screen Small 20 Sieve Screen Large 1pkg Glass Slides 10 Plastic Scoops

$238.70

Mohs Hardness Geology Time Scale Poster

Mohs hardness scale was created by Fredrich Mohs in 1812. Since then, the Mohs hardness scale has assisted geologists in determining the identity of minerals. The activities in this kit will familiarize students with Mohs hardness scale and help them develop vital skills they will use throughout their studies in earth science. This kit also provides an opportunity to take samples from the local environment and investigate the relative hardness of the minerals around them. Kit contains enough materials for 15 groups. Teacher’s Guide and Student Study and Analysis copymasters are included.

Kit Includes: 1 bag Sample A, 15 Pieces 1 bag Sample B, 15 Pieces 1 bag Sample C, 15 Pieces 1 bag Sample D, 15 Pieces 35 Pieces of Aluminum Foil 35 Scratch Plate 35 Streak Plates

DOT Info: Non-regulated

IS8703 $136.18

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Respirable crystalline silica, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Phenolphthalein/Methanol/Methyl isobutyl ketone, Bromoform, Chromium/hexavalent compounds, Lead and lead compounds and Respirable crystalline silica, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

The Innovating Science Geological Time Scale shows major evolutionary events from 4.5 Billion Years Ago to present. Students can visualize the milestones of geologic history. The events are color coded to the Period or Epoch in which they occurred.

IS8750 $10.50

Geology Time Scale, Laminated; Measures 11” by 17”

IS8751 $20.50

Geology Time Scale; Measures 21” x 34”

Chemical and Mechanical Erosion of Rocks

The rock cycle has been the subject of study for many years. A key component to the rock cycle is the mechanical and chemical erosion of rocks. In this kit students will learn about the rock cycle and the significance of certain types of erosion. This kit also provides an opportunity for students to investigate acid rain and other environmental factors that can be influenced by human actions. Also included is a demonstration that will help students visualize the freezing and thawing action of water on rocks. With multiple activities, this is a kit that is sure to keep students engaged throughout the whole experiment. Kit contains enough materials for 15 groups. Teacher’s Guide and Student Study and Analysis copymasters are included.

Kit Includes: 350g 30mL Plaster of Paris 1M Hydrochloric Acid

1 Bag 1 Bag

Limestone, 50 Pieces Granite, 50 Pieces 1 Bag Sandstone, 50 Pieces 4 Plastic Cups 50 Plastic Bottles with Caps 2 Balloons 20 Disposable pipettes 50 Plastic Trays

DOT: Small quantity exemption 173.4 THIS PACKAGE CONFORMS TO 49 CFR 173.4 for domestic highway or rail transport only

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Respirable crystalline silica, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

IS8704 $69.99

CHOKING HAZARD

Children under 8 years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision required. Keep uninflated balloons from children. Discard broken balloons at once. Weather impacts everyone, everyday in some way and the meteorologist that study weather patterns are our best source for information. This experiment provides students with the experience of being a meteorologist. It includes studies of pressure changes and creating their own barometer. Studies of wind speed and creating their own anemometer and, the skills to confidently read a weather map. *Bonus* this experiment includes a demonstration of how clouds form by allowing the instructor to form a vapor cloud. Experiment includes enough material for 15 groups of 2 to perform the tasks. The demonstration portion has enough material to perform the demonstration 5 times.

Kit Includes: 10mL Isopropyl alcohol 99% 15 Test tubes 15 Cork stoppers, small 15 Bottles 60 3 oz cups 30 5 oz cups 15 Stir sticks 30 Straws 15 Balloons 1 Dispenser 15 Rubber bands 1 Glass bottle 15 Push pins 15 Practice Weather Maps

DOT Info: Small quantity exemption 173.4 This package conforms to 49 CFR 173.4 for domestic highway or rail transport only

IS8706 $53.00

CHOKING HAZARD

Children under 8 years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision required. Keep uninflated balloons from children. Discard broken balloons at once.

Crystal Growing

This kit offers a chance for students to view the formation of colorful and unique shaped crystals. Over the period of a week, students will be able to observe natural formation of crystals. This kit also provides teachers with the opportunity to discuss the formation of crystals and how they play a role in the rock cycle. Students can also investigate different types of crystals that they encounter every day and view the different forms crystals can make. Kit contains enough materials for 15 groups. Teacher’s Guide and Student Study and Analysis copymasters are included.

Kit Includes: 50g Potassium Ferrocyanide 100g Nickel Sulfate 20g Potassium Alum Sulfate 35g Copper (II) Sulfate 65 Crystal Growing Pads 65 Plastic Trays 30 Hand Magnifiers

DOT Info: Non-regulated

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (soluble compounds), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Porosity and Permeability Lab Activity

While sources of fresh water are usually associated with visible bodies of water such as lakes, rivers, ponds, and streams, the majority of fresh water on Earth is actually underground, collectively referred to as groundwater. Like fresh water found on the surface, groundwater can flow beneath the surface of the planet. Porosity and permeability are two factors that affect both how much groundwater may be found in a given area and the ability of this water to move beneath the surface as well as affect the degree in which certain environmental issues, such as water pollution, may impact different areas. In this activity, students will examine three different substrates and determine the porosity of each. After finding the volume of water each substrate can hold, students will then compare the permeability of the different substrates in order to determine how each may affect the ability of water to move beneath the surface. Kit contains enough materials for 15 groups. Teacher’s Manual and Student Study Guide copymasters are included.

Kit Includes: Marble chips Medium gravel Coarse sand 60 Plastic cups 15 Nails Modeling clay 25mL Food coloring

DOT Info: Non-Regulated

WARNING:This product can expose you to chemicals including Respirable crystalline silica, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.