The Gelation of Polyvinyl Alcohol with Borax: A Novel Class Participation Experiment Involving the Preparation and Properties of a "Slime.".

Casassa, E. Z.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ333573

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1986

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The Gelation of Polyvinyl Alcohol with Borax: A Novel Class Participation Experiment Involving the Preparation and Properties of a "Slime."

Casassa, E. Z.; And Others

Journal of Chemical Education, v63 n1 p57-60 Jan 1986

Background information, procedures used, and typical results obtained are provided for an experiment in which students prepare and study the characteristics of a "slime." A list of general, inorganic, and polymer chemistry concepts fostered in the experiment is included. (JN)

Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Higher Education, Laboratory Procedures, Science Education, Science Experiments

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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