States of aggregation and phase transitions
Interactive
Interactive graphic (with animations):
The states of aggregation and phase transitions of substances are illustrated and demonstrated using photos and live-action videos of n-butane as an example.
English, German, Spanish (CREA)
2021-06-25
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The whiteboard content provides a general overview of the states of aggregation and phase transitions of substances. Animations of the states of aggregation are shown in the particle model, and the relevant states are illustrated using photos. Selected phase transitions are demonstrated using live-action videos.
Information and ideas:
It is easy to obtain n-butane as cigarette lighter gas or as gas for camp stoves. It has a melting point of –138.3°C and a boiling point of –0.5°C.
Information and ideas:
It is easy to obtain n-butane as cigarette lighter gas or as gas for camp stoves. It has a melting point of –138.3°C and a boiling point of –0.5°C.
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Animation; Interactive graphic
Chemistry; Physics; Technology
Grade 7 to 9
Middle/high school
State of aggregation
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