Youngsters compare the heat-holding abilities of three different cans by insulating two with different materials and measuring the temperature change of hot water over a 20-minute period. 

Concepts

energy conservation, energy, insulation

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Additional Tags

insulation, energy conservation, science

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Pros

• Lab sheet includes materials, procedures, a diagram, data tables, graphs, and concluding questions
• A demonstration that can be applied to a practical situation, building insulation
• Adaptable to middle school Next Generation Science Standards

Cons

• Does not include a spot for writing down the scientific question or hypothesis; make sure to discuss these important parts of the inquiry with your class before experimenting

Common Core

RST.6-8.3