Convectional Heat Transfer Using Pinwheels

Through a review of molecules and how they react to heat along with air pressure demonstrated by a convection pinwheel, students will locate the direction heat travels.
Resource ID#: 128917 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Internet Connection, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 90 Minute(s)
Keywords: wind, air pressure, movement of molecules, convection, heat transfer
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Video/Audio/Animation,  Formative Assessment,  3D Modeling
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Earth Systems

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