8th Grade Earth Science Core Labs

   Lab 13 - Greenhouse Effect

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Purpose:
Investigate the greenhouse effect.

Summary:
Students record and plot temperature for a thermometer inside a jar versus that for one outside.

Objectives Links:
1. D: Global Atmospheric Movement
1. E: Clouds

Process Skills Checklist

Materials:

  • jars
  • student data sheet
  • watch with second hand
  • small thermometers
  • map pencils

Safety Concerns:
Caution with glass

Revision Date:
November 2001
ISD 30 Science Dept. Bartlesville Independent School District 30
Science Department

8th Grade Earth Science Curriculum