Temperature Theory Tests
Before undergoing the examination of any experiments materials must be gathered.
Helpful objects to use while examining scientific theories include:
-Thermometer
-Ice cube(s)
-Reusable/Paper cup
-Room temperature water
-Ice cube(s)
-Reusable/Paper cup
-Room temperature water
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Experiment Idea 1: What will happen to an ice cube when placed in water?
*Before starting consider your own predictions, possibilities, why & how?
1. Place the ice in a paper cup
2. Add room temperature water
3. Place the thermometer in the water
2. Add room temperature water
3. Place the thermometer in the water
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4. Set a timer for 5 minutes and watch the ice cube with an observant eye.5. Consider what processes are taking place and why?
6. Record key factors you noticed (temperature change, physical development etc).
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Experiment Idea 2: Which material will best insulate the hot chocolate?Loading...
*Before starting discuss what the word 'insulate' means & brainstorm some synonyms and insulating materials*Loading...
1. Choose 3 different materials to test.2. Fill your 3 cups with water of the same volume & temperature.
3. Place a thermometer in each cup and cover with your chosen
materials.
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4. Predict which material you believe will keep the hot chocolate warm for the longest & why?
5. Monitor & compare the temperature drop/change.
6. Compare the final outcomes to your original thoughts.
5. Monitor & compare the temperature drop/change.
6. Compare the final outcomes to your original thoughts.
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