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Peer reviewedExline, Joseph D. – Science Activities, 1975
Uses a vortex device as a model to study low-pressure systems and other related investigations. (LS)
Descriptors: Earth Science, Energy, Instruction, Meteorology
Peer reviewedJacobson, David – Science Activities, 1973
Describes the construction of a simple apparatus capable of converting solar energy into mechanical energy. Construction of the engine'' is inexpensive, and should stimulate student interest in the idea of producing power directly from the sun. (JR)
Descriptors: Energy, Laboratory Experiments, Physics, Resource Materials
Peer reviewedBerr, Stephen – Science Activities, 1991
Presents a sequence of activities designed to allow eighth grade students to deal with one of the fundamental relationships that govern energy distribution. Activities guide students to measure light bulb brightness, discover the inverse square law, compare light bulb light to candle light, and measure sun brightness. (two references) (MCO)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Energy, Fundamental Concepts, Grade 8
Peer reviewedMcLeod, Richard J.; And Others – Science Activities, 1981
A shoe box is converted into a model home to demonstrate the energy efficiency of various insulation measures. Included are instructions for constructing the model home from a shoe box, insulating the shoe box, several activities involving different insulation measures, extensions of the experiment, and post-lab discussion topics. (DS)
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Conservation Education, Construction (Process), Energy
