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In this activity, learners use multiple thermometers, placed at different angles, and a lamp to investigate why some places on Earth's surface are much hotter than others. Learners will create an experiment and record their findings in a data table to discover the importance of the angle of incidence. Step-by-step instructions are included with photos along with safety recommendations. Activity guide includes a "What's going on?" explanation and connections to relevant science concepts like sunlight and the resulting temperature on Earth's surface using helpful diagrams.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $5 - $10 per group of students
- Ages 8 - adult
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- three thermometers
- incandescent lightbulb and lamp (40 W preferred)
- clay
- paper and pencil
- watch or timer
- ruler
- masking tape
- calculator
- three thermometers
- incandescent lightbulb and lamp (40 W preferred)
- clay
- paper and pencil
- watch or timer
- ruler
- masking tape
- calculator
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth Processes
- Weather and Climate
- Earth Structure
- Earth, Moon and Sun
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Earth Processes
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Mathematics
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Data Analysis and Probability
- Data Collection
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Data Analysis and Probability
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Physical Sciences
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Heat and Thermodynamics
- Heat and Temperature
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Heat and Thermodynamics
Audience
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
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- DIY Science Apps
Rights:
- , The Regents of the University of California, 2014
Funding Source:
- NASA, NNX10AE05G