The Western Regional Satellite Office of The Science House is pleased to announce the development of two Chemistry On The Road demonstration shows. Each 1- 1.5 hour show is appropriate for middle or high school science classes and is restricted to 30 students per show.

Material Matters

This "materialistic" demonstration show explores the states of matter and exemplifies some fascinating physical and chemical properties. Solids, liquids and gases are demonstrated with dry ice and liquid nitrogen, while the plasma state is investigated through the use of vapor tubes. Physical properties such as  shape, phase change, and magnetism are represented with intriguing toys. Chemical properties such as reactivity and flammability are portrayed through a variety of spectacular chemical reactions. Demonstrations include:

Acid Breath (Formation of acid rain)
Colorful Columns (Acid/base changes with a variety of indicators)
Burning bubbles and the Tornado Of Fire (Combustion)
Genii in the bottle (Production of a gas)
Red, White, and Blue (Color changes)
Iodine clock and an oscillating clock (Reaction rates)
and many more ...

Polymer Productions
A prolific profusion of polymers are presented in this interactive demonstration show! Both natural and synthetic polymers are investigated as nylon, polyurethane and slime are produced.  Polymerization reactions are discussed as well as processing methods. Additives such as plasticizers and cross-linking agents are demonstrated in addition to special water-absorbent or water-rellent properties. During the show, students explore the various polymers contained in their polymer exploration kit. Teachers receive directions for several classroom activities as well as sources of polymers with unique properties. Demonstrations include:

Flash Paper
The needle through the balloon trick
Water-Loc
Oobleck
Ghost Crystals
Disappearing Peanuts
Bouncy balls
Magic Sand
 

Please contact us for pricing and scheduling information.
Gina Barrier
Western Regional Outreach Coordinator
The Science House, NC State University
1914 Hickory Blvd. SW
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 728-8407 Ext. #146
gina_barrier@ncsu.edu