Density-Salinity Lab

In this lesson students will explore the concept of the differences in density of water found at different locations on Earth. The students will work in groups of four to determine the density of previously collected river, estuary, sea and distilled water using scales and other measuring tools. They will have a worksheet with guiding questions and a table to record their data. The students will be able to explain how differences in density that occur in the ocean affect ocean currents and why there are differences in the density of water found at different locations on Earth.
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Keywords: Density
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Earth Systems

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