TEMPERATURE CHANGES IN THE ATMOSPHERE

Purpose:
In this activity, you will test how different variables affect temperature change.  In this activity you will be using the CBL or the thermometer to measure the temperature of air under a variety activities.

Directions:
    DAY ONE

• Observe the control model that has been set up by your teacher.
• Form your groups as your teacher instructs.
• Decide on the variable that you would like to test from the list that you have been given.
• Formulate your hypothesis.
• Design an experiment to test your variable.  Make sure that you include the following:  statement of the problem, hypothesis,  list of materials and equipment, procedure, data table, graphs, and conclusions.
• Use the rubric to make sure that all components are covered in your design.

    DAY TWO
 

• Construct your model.
• Do a trial run on your model to make sure that everything is set up properly.
• Make observations on the teacher model.

    DAY THREE

• Begin collecting data. Your teacher will tell you how long to collect and at what intervals.

    DAY FOUR

• Graph data.
• Write lab report.
• Prepare a three minute oral presentation.

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