Making Candy: Illuminating Exponential Growth

No need to sugar coat it: making candy involves math and muscles. Learn how light refraction and exponential growth help make candy colors just right!

Resource ID#: 130900 Type: Perspectives Video: Professional/Enthusiast

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Subject(s): Mathematics, Science

Grade Level(s): 7, 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators , Students , Parents

Keywords: candy, sugar, heat, melt, exponential, exponents, nonlinear, light, crystal, refraction

Instructional Component Type(s): Perspectives Video: Professional/Enthusiast

Resource Collection: CPALMS Perspectives Videos - General

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