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Direct linkNiaz, Mansoor – Alberta Journal of Educational Research, 2003
The oil drop experiment is considered an important contribution to the understanding of modern physics and chemistry. The objective of this investigation is to study and contrast the views and understanding with respect to the experiment of physicists or philosophers of science with those of authors of physics or chemistry textbooks and…
Descriptors: Fuels, Physics, Chemistry, Laboratory Manuals
Peer reviewedTucker, David C. – Science Teacher, 1988
Describes an experiment involving pineapples and gelatin that allows students to investigate the conditions that typically render an enzyme functionless, similar to the effect of nerve gasses. Discusses the materials, procedures, and results, drawing analogies to the effects of a nerve gas. (CW)
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Controversial Issues (Course Content)
