Chemistry Merit Badge AM (Ages 11 to 17)

Wacky experiments and chemical reactions await! In this hands-on class, you will learn to use chemicals safely, conduct flame tests to identify elements/metal ions, predict and demonstrate various chemical reactions and construct a Cartesian diver, describing its behavior in terms of how gases behave - and much more! Note: Be sure to bring on Monday, an empty 20 oz. water bottle for the Cartesian diver project AND an empty aluminum can (soda can etc - washed out please) for the "can crush experiment" exploring water vapor and differences in air pressure.
These sessions run Mon - Fri from 8:45am to 10:15am during Newport Sea Base Summer Camp.
Week 3: 6/23-6/27
Week 5: 7/7-7/11
Week 7: 7/21-7/25
Week 9: 8/4-8/8
Please remember to check the attachments for additional details before your class begins. BSA medical form AB is required and must be turned in at check-in.
**Participants must be able to attend all 5 classes**
Newport Sea Base
Monday 08-04-2025
8:45 AM PT to 10:15 AM PT
Week 3: 6/23 - 6/27
Newport Sea Base
Monday 06-23-2025
8:45 AM PT to 10:15 AM PT Past
Week 5: 7/7 - 7/11
Newport Sea Base
Monday 07-07-2025
8:45 AM PT to 10:15 AM PT Past
Week 7: 7/21 - 7/25
Newport Sea Base
Monday 07-21-2025
8:45 AM PT to 10:15 AM PT Past