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Floating Paperclip Lab Collection

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An experiment designed to discover whether or not a person can make a paperclip float on water, using only a piece of tissue paper.

About the Suggested Sequence

Allow students to examine material.
Distribute Pre-Lab worksheet and have students answer questions.
Have students perform the experiment with minimal instruction. Explain process only if needed.
Distribute post lab worksheet and have students answer questions.
Describe scientific principles behind the experiment and conclude.

High School

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