Green Clean Project: Eco-Friendly Chemistry

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A Driving Question / Challenge How can we design an effective and eco-friendly cleaning product using chemical reactions? Curriculum Alignment 1. Students will design one eco-friendly cleaner and correctly identify the type of reaction involved (e.g., acid/base neutralization) with a clear explanation. 2. Students will predict and write balanced word equations for at least 2 reactions used in their product and present their findings to the class.Project Description Students create a safe cleaning solution and explain the chemistry behind it (focus on acid-base reactions and gas formation). They present how their product works and why it is environmentally friendly. Expected Output / Product Students Voice & Choice Report (Detailed chemical analysis and safety data). Presentation (Pitching the product to the class). Prototype Design with Justification (The actual cleaning solution and why the ingredients were chosen). Creative work with a Critical Reflection (Marketing label and a reflection on its environmental impact) Audience Classmates/Teacher/School Leadership Timeline & Milestones Milestone 1: Research common household chemicals and identify an "eco-problem" with commercial cleaners. Milestone 2: Select base ingredients (e.g., Vinegar, Baking Soda, Citric Acid) and gather pH data. Milestone 3: Perform a small-scale test and write the initial chemical equations for gas formation or neutralization. Milestone 4: Mid-project 1:1 check-in: Review safety protocols and equation accuracy. Milestone 5: Finalize the "recipe" and create the product label/packaging design. Milestone 6: Peer review of the presentation slides and final equation balancing. Milestone 7: Final Lab Report submission and "Green Clean" pitch to the class. Teacher Support # Of Synchronous Sessions Concept Sessions (1-2 live periods per week | 35 min) Seminar Session (1 period per week| 35 min) # of Asynchronous Sessions Independent Study Blocks/ (1-2 periods per week | 3o min)/ Check-ins (MANDATORY) Mid-project: 1:1 check in with the subject teacher Pre-submission: 1:1 check in with the subject teacher ● Provide clear feedback for improvement ● Keep documented records in the PBL log 2 2025-2026/ Term 3