What’s the Matter with Floats?

Root beer floats aren’t only delicious they’re scientifically delicious! Matter of fact, root beer floats include all three types of matter: solid, liquid, and gas! In this activity, students will observe a physical and chemical reaction and identify solids, liquids, and gases.

Standards

Idea Sheets are cross-referenced to subjects listed in the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and California Content Standards.

Categories include:
  • Physical Science
  • Pre-K
  • Grades K-2
  • Science
Tags: Matter
Grades covered: Grades Pre-K–2
Topics: Matter, Physical and Chemical Reactions

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