Radiation vs. Conduction

Students will differentiate among radiant and conductive energy heat transfer. First, they will determine if pre-printed pictures are examples of radiation or conduction heat transfer. After a discussion of the pictures, they will test, document, and compare the time it takes to melt wax on a toothpick on asphalt and one in the air. They must determine which event was a heat transfer via radiation and conduction. Finally, they will create a multi-media presentation of their investigation.
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones, Adobe Flash Player, Microsoft Office, Computer Media Player
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: heat transfer, radiation, conduction, solar energy
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Resource Collection,  Student Center Activity
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Earth Systems

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