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Clouds are nature's insulator! A lab investigation asks learners to use an infrared thermometer to measure differences in infrared temperatures. They find that pointing the thermometer at a cloud has a much different result than pointing it at a clear sky.
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Instructional Ideas
- Track nightly temperatures related to weather patterns for an extended amount of time; compare data from cloudy and clear nights
Classroom Considerations
- Requires previous study of radiation and thermal energy
- Review safety precautions for working with lasers
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- Includes a detailed teaching guide to help prepare for instruction
- Provides questioning strategies to use during the lesson
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