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Lesson Plans

When The Heat's on, Colour Counts

The effect of colour on heat absorption. This activity relates to the Greenhouse Effect and complements a study of the production of electricity using brown coal.

CSF Science - Chemical Science Level 4
Relate properties of common substances to their suitability for particular use.

Rock Making

CSFScience - Chemical science Level 3
Describe examples of changes in common substances.

CSF Science - Earth & space sciences, Level 5
Describe the formation, composition and cycling of rocks.

Froth Flotation

CSF Science - Earth & space sciences Level 6
Describe the extraction, processing and use of geological resources.

CSF Science - Chemical science Level 5
Relate simple procedures for preparing mixtures to medical and industrial processes.

CSF Science - Chemical science Level 4
Distinguish between physical and chemical change.

Mapping Minerals

CSF Geography Level 4
Describe the location of major land uses in Australia.

For more lesson plans related to minerals and mining:

Minerals Council of NSW
http://www.nswmin.com.au/education/lesson-plans.html

Minerals Downunder Literacy Activities
Activities designed to complement the resources Minerals Downunder

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