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  1. Plan and carry out investigations into conditions needed for rusting (Y5&6)
  2. Observe rusting over time, recording findings and suggesting optimum conditions for rusting (Y5&6)
  3. Calculate a ‘rate of burning’ for a candle (Y5&6)


Investigation
Aging props – oxidisation & burning. Some changes in materials can’t be reversed and they can produce new materials in the process. Immerse yourself in the world of oxidation and burning and see how they can be used to age props. (Exploring, Fair testing, Problem solving, Pattern seeking, Classifying and identifying, Observing over time)
Years 5&6 - Plan and carry out investigations into conditions needed for rusting, observing over time, recording findings and suggesting optimum conditions for rusting
Years 5&6 - Calculate a ‘rate of burning’ for a candle


Vocabulary
Variables, accuracy, precision, enquiry, solid, liquid, gas, rust, oxidation, reaction, reactant

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