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In this activity (1st on the page), learners explore circadian rhythms by keeping track of their body temperature. Learners measure their temperature using a standard oral thermometer every two hours during the day. Learners chart their body temperature on a graph and look for patterns. Learners can also combine this activity with a related activity on reaction time to examine if there is a correlation between reaction speed with warmer body temperatures.
- Under 5 minutes
- 4 to 24 hours
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 8 - 18
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Thermometer
- Graph paper
- Pen or pencil
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Human Body
- The Brain and Nervous System
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Human Body
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Mathematics
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Algebra
- Patterns
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Data Analysis and Probability
- Data Analysis
- Data Collection
- Data Representation
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Measurement
- Rate
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Algebra
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Physical Sciences
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Heat and Thermodynamics
- Heat and Temperature
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Heat and Thermodynamics
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
- Communicating Results
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The Scientific Process
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Chudler, Ph.D., Eric H.
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Eric H. Chudler, 2010