The SSU Chemistry department will be hosting demonstrations and hands-on activities designed to introduce students and the public to the sometimes explosive world of chemistry on Wednesday, Oct. 26. About 70 third graders from Sonoma County schools are expected to attend the festivities from 10 a.m.-noon and the community is invited to attend from 1-3 p.m. All of the activities will be taking place in the plaza in front of the SSU Recreation Center.
California science standards require that third graders learn about the different elements in the periodic table, and the periodic table of cupcakes is a great and tasty way to get students involved in a basic understanding of the chemical world. In past years the department has also blown up hydrogen balloons, distilled grappa from port, and used red cabbage to test the pH of various household items.
For further information contact: Dr. Jennifer Whiles-Lillig, (707) 664-2331 or Dr. Carmen Works, (707) 664-3084.
