10th Grade Physical Science Core Labs

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Purpose:
To investigate where ice goes when it melts.

Summary:
Observing convection of ice in both fresh water and salt water while recording temperatures at different levels of the liquid solution

Objectives Links:
3: A. Energy Types

Process Skills Checklist

Materials:

• colored ice cubes
• beaker, 250 mL
• tongs
• salt
• thermometer
• stirring rod

Safety Concerns:
Careful handling of glassware

Revision Date:
November 2001