Mineral Detective - Stage 4
Students use clues in the Albert Chapman Collection and the Planet of Minerals exhibitions to investigate the properties and uses of minerals.
Planet of Minerals Exhibition
Carl Bento
© Australian Museum
Self-guided program
In four separate activities students investigate the properties of minerals and why they are appropriate for use in Industry, Decoration, Health and Beauty and Around the House.
- Syllabus links: Science Stage 4
- Maximum number of students: No limit
- Duration: One hour
- Cost: General Museum entry charge per student
- Location: Albert Chapman Mineral Collection, Planet of Minerals exhibitions, Level 1
Education Resource Kit
- Teacher Notes
- Mystery Mineral Student Activity 1. Decoration
- Mystery Mineral Student Activity 2. Around the House
- Mystery Mineral Student Activity 3. Industry
- Mystery Mineral Student Activity 4. Health and Beauty
- Australian Museum Guide Map
Ms
Helen Wheeler
, Education Project Officer
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