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Standard 5
Students will understand that the sun is the main source of heat and light for things living on Earth. They will also understand that the motion of rubbing objects together may produce heat.
Objective 3
Demonstrate that heat may be produced when objects are rubbed against one another.
 
USOE-Approved Lesson Plans   USOE-Approved Lesson Plans
  • NHMU: Rock Cycle
    Through playing the Rock Cycle Game students will gain an understanding of the cycles that form metamorphic, sedimentary and igneous rocks.
  • TRB 3:5 - Investigation 7 - Rubbing Objects Together
    Classroom activities help students understand that heat may be produced when objects are rubbed together.
  • The Heat is On
    Heat is produced when objects are rubbed against one another. Students will compare relative differences in the amount of heat given off through simple investigations.
  • Things Are Heating Up!
    Students will learn that heat is produced from mechanical and electrical machines and human activities.

 

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