Scout Robot: Mass, Density, Volume, Weight

In this MEA, students must select which material to use in the development of an advanced military scout robot. Students must analyze data about each material’s individual properties that would make it a valid choice for military or police service. Students must complete calculations to determine material density as well as the overall mass and weight of the robot. This lesson focuses on the characteristic properties of density, unit conversion, and differentiating between mass and weight.

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Resource ID#: 156888 Type: Lesson Plan

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Subject(s): Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science

Grade Level(s): 8

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Basic Calculators, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office

Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes

Keywords: mass, weight, volume, density, conversion, SI, unit, robot, military, matter, properties, property

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Model Eliciting Activity (MEA) STEM Lesson

Resource Collection: STEM Lessons - Model Eliciting Activity

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