Have you ever wondered what makes up everything in the world around you? Or what exactly is the difference between solids, liquids, and gases? Have you wanted to know what causes two substances to react or change? Chemistry: Investigate the Matter that Makes Up Your World introduces readers 12 through 15 to the fascinating world of protons, neutrons, and electrons. Learn how these molecules combine to form ordinary objects such as the chair you're sitting on, the water in your glass, even you! Through hands-on, investigative projects, readers delve into the world of chemical reactions and changing matter, learning how these principles are used in many areas of science, from biochemistry to nuclear science. Combining hands-on science inquiry with chemistry, mathematics, and biology, projects include building models of molecules and bonds, identifying acids and bases, investigating the effect of temperature on reaction rate, and observing how a chemical reaction from vinegar, water, and bleach can accelerate the rusting of steel. Chemistry offers entertaining illustrations and fascinating sidebars to illuminate the topic and engage readers further, plus integrates a digital learning component by providing links to primary sources, videos, and other relevant websites.

 

This book is part of a book series called Inquire And Investigate .

This book has been graded for interest at 12-15 years.

There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published 2016 by Nomad Press .

Sam Carbaugh is a freelance cartoonist and illustrator. He has illustrated several books for Nomad Press, including Forensics: Uncover the Science and Technology of Crime Scene Investigation and Robotics: Discover the Science and Technology of the Future. He works with many colleges and companies to create informational comics and illustrations. Sam lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Carla Mooney is a writer who has been featured in Golfer Girl, Highlights, and Learning Through History. She lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

This book has the following chapters:
* Timeline
* Introduction: Chemistry Matters!
Converting Units
* Chapter 1: Atoms, Elements, and the Periodic Table
Three-Dimensional Atom
Using the Periodic Table
* Chapter 2: States of Matter: Gases, Liquids, and Solids
Measuring Mass
Using Density to Identify Unknown Metals,
Identify Metal Ions With a Flame Test
* Chapter 3: Changing States of Matter
Boiling Point of Water
Explore Evaporation and Condensation
* Chapter 4: Compounds, Mixtures, and Solutions
Element, Compound, or Mixture?
Separating Mixtures with Chromatography
* Chapter 5: Chemical Reactions
Foaming Chemical Reactions
Calculating Molar Mass
* Chapter 6: Acids and Bases
Acid or Base?
* Chapter 7: The Nucleus and Radioactivity
Creating a Fission Model
* Chapter 8: Other Branches of Chemistry
Build a Homemade Battery
Glossary
Metric Conversions
Resources
Essential Questions
Index