Title: Mixtures & Separation: Introduction Lab 🧪

Summary:
In this hands-on lab, students explore matter by distinguishing between pure substances and mixtures. Using a sample mixture (e.g., sand, rice, iron filings), they predict and test separation methods based on physical properties like size, magnetism, shape, and solubility. Students record which components are easiest or hardest to separate and explain how the methods rely on substance properties. The exit ticket includes analysis questions and vocabulary matching, reinforcing understanding of mixtures, pure substances, and separation techniques. A teacher key provides expected observations, answers, and facilitation tips for guiding discussions.

Grades: 6th – 10th