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If you want to keep warm, learn how chemistry can help you choose materials when building a house. The video informs pupils how to interpret a u-value in relation to a given material. In addition, the instructor explains specific heat capacity.
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Instructional Ideas
- Test the final calculation by performing the experiment and comparing those results to the calculated result
Classroom Considerations
- Expects a basic understanding of insulators and conductors
- Requires Internet access to watch the YouTube video
- The fifth in a 49-part series of energy lessons
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes a calculation that addresses the specific heat of water
Cons
- The two topics addressed do not relate to each other; the lack of connection makes the pairing seem random