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Brownies: Volume and Ratios

Explore volume, measurements, and converting units by scaling brownie recipes to different pans and considering servings in a pan

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grade:

9

10

time:

1-2 class periods

active lab time:

30

minutes

objectives:

- Explore what volume is and calculate volume using baking pans (inculding some wacky shapes and sizes!)
- Compare volumes of different pans and consider the number of servings in a pan using ratios
- Use dimensional analysis to convert common units in baking

science concepts:

measurements, dimensional analysis, volume

essential questions:

- How can understanding volume, measurements, and ratios help me scale a brownie recipe to different pans?
- How can I convert from cups to ounces to grams in baking recipes?

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