How Heat Flows – Investigating Heat & Temperature Lab Investigation
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Gain an understanding of heat and heat transfer through this series of hands-on activities. Measure thermal conductivity and thermal expansion of various metals; explore the methods of heat transfer, including conduction, convection, and radiation and determine the specific heat of various substances. Using the included calorimeter, students will determine the heat of fusion of ice. Your class will also observe a demonstration of heat transfer using a radiometer and investigate heat and phase changes of matter. They’ll apply this knowledge to identify substances that conduct heat effectively, known as conductors, as those that do not, termed insulators. Finally, students will use their experiences to relate these characteristics to differences between heat and temperature.
