Scottish Curriculum for Excellence Science - Science
Mission Objectives
Compare rocks and minerals
Name some minerals that come from the Earth
Describe some uses of minerals
Enquiry Skill - Observing and measuring
Using the senses and taking measurements, using a range of equipment, to make observations about a scientific enquiry.
Enquiry Approach - Identifying, grouping & classifying
Using observations, data and findings to name, label and organise items in a variety of ways.
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Words and meanings to learn
mineral
a naturally occurring solid with a crystalline structure
crystalline
having a structure made up of crystals, where atoms are arranged in a highly ordered, repeating pattern
marble
a type of metamorphic rock that forms when limestone is subjected to heat and pressure, known for its smooth texture and ability to be polished
granite
a type of igneous rock that forms from the slow cooling of magma beneath the Earth's surface, known for its hardness and visible crystals of quartz, feldspar and mica
lustre
the way a mineral reflects light from its surface, which can be described as shiny, dull, metallic or glassy
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Resources: Collection of rock samples (including some with calcite, such as limestone and marble, and some without calcite); small bottles or dropper filled with vinegar; safety goggles; plastic or paper trays; paper towels; magnifying glasses and the handout.
Core Handout (2): A page for the children to record their predictions and their results from the rock experiment.
Challenge Handout (4): A space for the children to record their research about the role of calcite in geological formations and its uses.
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