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In this activity, learners discover how solar energy can be used to heat water. Learners first discuss energy usage in their daily lives and then divide into pairs to conduct an experiment in which they use the sun to heat water. As an optional extension, learners can follow this activity with a project to design their own alternative energy invention.
- Under 5 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 11 - 18
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- worksheets
- flask
- 1-hole rubber stopper
- thermometer
- petroleum jelly
- sunny window or a 150-watt light source
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth Structure
- Oceans and Water
- Biosphere
- Earth, Moon and Sun
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Solar System
- The Sun
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Earth Structure
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Engineering and Technology
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Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Technology
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Engineering
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Physical Sciences
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Heat and Thermodynamics
- Heat and Temperature
- Heat Transfer
- Thermodynamics and Entropy
- Energy
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Vibration and Waves
- Light and Optics
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Light and Optics
- Sunlight and Color
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Heat and Thermodynamics
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The Nature of Science
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Science and Society
- Risks and Benefits
- Public Policy
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
- Formulating Explanations
- Communicating Results
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Science and Society
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The Nature of Technology
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Technology and Society
- Technology and the Environment
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The Design Process
- Research and Development
- Invention and Innovation
- Problem Solving
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Technology and Society
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Uses STEM to solve real-world problems
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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- Free access
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, American Museum of Natural History, 2008