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Examine the behavior of energy as water freezes and melts. An engaging activity provides a hands-on experience to learners. Collaborative groups collect data and analyze the graphs of the temperature of water as it freezes and then melts. Ultimately, individuals are able to recognize the freezing point and melting point of a substance based on temperature data.
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Instructional Ideas
- Provide graph paper for individuals to graph the data collected during the activity
- Have your class sketch and label graphs of freezing and melting water in their notes as a conclusion to the activity
Classroom Considerations
- Uses specific TI and Vernier technology to collect and analyze data
Pros
- Gives specific instructions for programming and running the technology throughout the experiment
- Makes the connection between the temperature data and potential and kinetic energy
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- None