Investigating Carbon Dioxide

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What do you know about Carbon Dioxide......

Do you know what the chemical formula for Carbon Dioxide is and what it means?

What does Carbon Dioxide have to do with our bodies?

What do plants use Carbon Dioxide for?

What role does Carbon Dioxide play in foods and drinks?

What is the effect of Carbon Dioxide in the environment?

Why is Carbon Dioxide sometimes used in fire extinguishers?

 

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Learn some basic facts about Carbon Dioxide here:
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Please repeat the following experiment in class and then provide a structured science report.
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This is the assessment for the class room work.
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For all students:

1. Name and describe a positive use of Carbon Dioxide.

2. Name and describe a negative aspect of Carbon Dioxide.

3. Write a paragraph on why a knowledge of Carbon Dioxide is important.

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Prior to class:

Read and familiarise yourself with the experiment "Making Carbon Dioxide".

Make sure to understand the safety procedures: Wear safety glasses and a lab coat; Hydrochloric Acid (1M) is CORROSIVE. Your teacher will explain how you will need to handle it.

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Complete the following practical exercises. Part A shows you how to make Carbon Dioxide and the following three parts allow you to investigate some of the uses of Carbon Dioxide.
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