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Mr. Johnson from Lihue HI is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Measuring Matter

Help me give my students access to the latest technology electronic balances for use in chemistry and biology (to replace the ones that were lost or stolen recently).

  • 1 donor
  • $843 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

My project will utilize these scientific electronic balances to ensure precise measurements of substances in both classroom experiments and student research endeavors. By relying on these advanced instruments, students will be able to obtain accurate data for their projects, leading to more reliable findings and conclusions. These electronic balances will not only enhance the quality of the work produced but also provide a valuable learning experience for all participants involved. With the assistance of these tools, students can delve deeper into their scientific inquiries and better understand the importance of precision in scientific methodology.

Mr. Johnson
Grades 9-12
  • Kauai High School
  • Lihue, HI
    • More than a third of students from low‑income households

    This project will reach 130 students.

    1 donor has given to this project.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bonvoisin Lab Scale 5000gx0.01g High Precision Electronic Analytical Balance 0.01g Accuracy Laboratory Lab Precision Scale Digital Kitchen Balance Scale Jewelry Scale Scientific Scale (5000g, 0.01g) • Amazon Business $108.00 6 $648.00

Materials cost

$648.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $28.51

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$716.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.39

Total project goal

$842.62

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $842.62

1 Donor

-$842.62

Donations toward project cost

-$716.23

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$126.39

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