Electrolytes

Students use a Conductivity Sensor to distinguish an electrolyte from a non-electrolyte, and create a calibration curve to estimate the concentration of electrolytes in a sports drink.

Supports NGSS Performance Expectation HS-PS2-6: Communicate scientific and technical information about why the molecular-level structure is important in the functioning of designed materials.

Grade Level: High School

Subject: Chemistry

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Electrolytes 657.50 KB
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Wireless Conductivity Sensor

Wireless Conductivity Sensor

This waterproof sensor connects via Bluetooth® to measure both conductivity (ionic content in solution) and total dissolved solids.

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