Investigating Properties of Heat - Mini Science Fair


The Task:
In partners, choose an interesting, classroom-appropriate experiment that involves investigating one or more properties of heat. Once chosen, you will complete a short lab report, which includes: listing materials needed, steps in the procedure and an explanation of the Science behind your experiment (How/Why it works). Each experiment will first be practiced in class, under Mr. Mak's supervision. The following period, it will be demonstrated for the class. Be prepared to explain the "How/Why" it works. Mr. Mak will provide all sources of heat/flame (matches, lighters, hot plate, kettle, blow dryer, etc.), plus any sharps (knives, etc.). DO NOT bring your own to school. Students will bring in all other required materials.

Assessment:
1) Use of class time. Completion of the task by the assigned due date.
2) Materials
3) Procedure (This should be detailed enough, that another student can run you experiment based on these instructions). Be sure to include any SAFETY PRECAUTIONS required.
4) Explanation of How/Why your experiment works.
5) Demonstration of your experiment and explanation of "How/Why"

Properties of Heat - Lab Demonstration Assessment

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Use of class time. Completion of the task by the assigned due date.




Detailed list of all materials used in the experiment.




Procedure (Step-by-step. Numbered, with enough detail that another student can run your experiment based on these instructions).
Safety Precautions. Are there any dangerous step? How do proceed safely?




“The Heat Science Behind It” - Clear, concise explanation of How/Why your experiment works




Presentation of lab demo to the class, with clear explanation of the Science behind your experiment.








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