Minerals Lab

Students will become mineralogists as they explore the characteristic properties of minerals in a lab-like setting. Students will use scientific tests and careful observations of properties such as color, hardness, reflectivity, density, and magnetism to carry out investigations. By interpreting evidence and constructing arguments, students will identify minerals the way geologists do.

Times: 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 pm
Number of Students: 30 maximum
Length: One hour
Fee: $10.00 per student ($250 minimum per program) includes museum admission. One chaperone per five students free; $10.00 per additional adult chaperone.

Strongly supports standard: 5-PS1-3

Please note: One chaperone per five students is required for grades K–8.

See also: Grades 3-5

Related Museum Resources

Student Investigation

Grades 2-5

This activity challenges students to look closely at a mineral of their choosing. By examining the range of samples represented in the museum’s collection, the students discover what geologic properties make their mineral unique.

Gallery Games

Grades 1-6

How many things can you notice? Try out your looking and memory skills.  These activities will help your group look at objects in the museum more closely and have fun with the exhibits. Work in small groups with an adult facilitating. 

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