Don't Say Particle, Say People. An Analogy for the Kinetic Theory.

Coffman, Joy; Tanis, David O.

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ERIC Number: EJ418947

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Publication Date: 1990

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Don't Say Particle, Say People. An Analogy for the Kinetic Theory.

Coffman, Joy; Tanis, David O.

Science Teacher, v57 n8 p26-29 Nov 1990

Presented is an analogy that can be used to explain the particle theory of matter. The three phases of matter are represented by preschoolers, yuppies, and senior citizens. The value of using analogies is discussed. (KR)

Descriptors: Atomic Theory, Chemistry, Diffusion (Physics), Kinetic Molecular Theory, Matter, Physical Chemistry, Physical Sciences, Science Education, Scientific Concepts, Scientific Principles, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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