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ERIC Number: EJ166585
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1977
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Developing the Concept of Mass
Shadmi, Y.; Chillag, I.
Science Teacher, 44, 6, 18-21, Sep 77
Examples from daily life used to describe the difference between weight and mass are given. The concept of mass is analyzed and a four stage program for developing the concept is outlined. A final demonstration which graphically shows that weight is relative and mass is constant is described. (AJ)
Descriptors: Instructional Materials, Junior High School Students, Physical Sciences, Science Education, Scientific Concepts, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Weight
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Identifiers: Mass