National Chemistry Week
NCW encourages chemists and chemistry enthusiasts to build awareness of chemistry at the local level. Local Sections, businesses, schools, and individuals are invited to organize or participate in events in their communities with a common goal: to promote the value of chemistry in everyday life.
GC Chemistry Club's Week Long NCW Celebration includes: (Check Calendar for specific dates)
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Milledgeville Mall Show
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NCW Cookout
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NCW School Shows
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GC Front Campus Celebration
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NCW Scavenger Hunt
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NCW Family Fun Night
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NCW Booth in the Kid's Zone at Deep Roots Festival
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Chemistry Magic Shows
Cost: FREE!
*Donations are accepted to help the club replenish supplies.
Collaboration between:
Georgia College Science Education Center, Department of Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, and GC’s Chemistry Club
Performed by: Dr. Catrena H. Lisse and GC Chemistry Students
Magic Show Demonstrations Include:
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Thermite Balls
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Where did my cup go? (Polymer chemistry)
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Chemistry of Color
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Acid-Base chemistry (pH indicators)
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Old Nassau
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Disappearing Orange
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Old Glory
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Stop-n-Go
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Chameleon Reaction
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Balloon Magic
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Pop Rockets
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Angular Momentum / Inertia Wheel
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What’s in your diaper? (Superabsorbent Polymer)
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Imploding Cans
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Bernoulli’s Principle
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Balancing Act (Center of Mass)
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Elephant Toothpaste
*Note – the number and types of demonstrations depend on audience age, time and availability of supplies.
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First Friday Celebrations
GC's Chemistry Club participates with Milledgeville Mainstreet First Friday celebrations each month by hosting a hands-on chemistry booth in collaboration with GC's Science Education Center. Our booth provides hands-on fun for kids and educational resources for parents.
Visit Milledgeville Main Street for more information.
How does the magic show relate to Performance Standards?
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Earth Day Celebrations
Chemists Celebrate Earth Day (CCED) seeks to bring international focus to environmental causes, such as clean air, water, and energy. ACS offers events, contests, and educational resources for members, chemical educators, and chemistry enthusiasts to illustrate the positive role that chemistry plays in preserving the Earth.
Check our Calendar for Earth Day celebrations in April!
