Mixtures: equipment diagrams
I can create scientific diagrams of common laboratory equipment, showing how they are used together.
Mixtures: equipment diagrams
I can create scientific diagrams of common laboratory equipment, showing how they are used together.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Laboratory apparatus are designed for specific uses and choice of apparatus impacts the quality of results
- Equipment can be communicated using 2D drawings/images
- Scientific diagrams illustrate how equipment is used together for practical investigations
Keywords
Apparatus - A piece of equipment that is designed for a particular use.
Scientific drawing - A 2D representation of a piece of apparatus.
Scientific diagram - Use scientific drawings to show how equipment is set up for an investigation.
Common misconception
Pupils either put too much or not enough detail into their drawings = muddled representations
Use the 'less is more' approach, and remind pupils to include labels - **clarity is key**. Allows for less detail and avoids any confusion.
To help you plan your year 7 science lesson on: Mixtures: equipment diagrams, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
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Equipment
Licence
Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions

conical flask
thermometer
beaker
boiling tube
measuring cylinder
tripod
A 2D representation of a piece of apparatus
Shows how equipment is set up for an investigation
A piece of equipment that is designed for a particular use


