In the summer of 1815, snow fell every month in New England. Was this related to the volcanic eruption of Tambora in Indonesia earlier in the year? Young scientists design their own experiments to research the long-term effect a volcanic eruption can have on the atmosphere. 

Concepts

volcanoes, dissolving, carbon dioxide, sulfur, the hydrosphere, the water cycle, climate change

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Research other sources of acid rain

Classroom Considerations

• Do not allow pupils to heat the cans of soda unless they are open; never store soda cans in a warm place
• Learners unfamiliar with inquiry-based activities may need suggestions for how to design their experiments
• The fifth lesson in a series of seven

Pros

• Reading passage highlights vocabulary
• Extension idea relates directly to the west coast of America

Cons

• Document permissions do not allow for printing
  

Common Core

RST.6-8.3 RST.9-10.3 RST.11-12.3