Directions: Discuss why the temperature might be warmer or colder at the following locations. Predict what the temperature will be based the current air temperature. Break into groups who will be responsible for measuring the temperature in each category. Distribute an appropriate thermometer to each group (Cal., Soil, Water). Return together to share observations and new insights.
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Exploring Air, Soil and Water Temperature |
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Predicted |
Why |
Observed |
Why |
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Air |
Sun |
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Shade |
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Light |
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Dark |
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High/Low |
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Soil |
Sun |
5 cm |
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10 |
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Shade |
5 cm |
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10 |
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Dry/Wet |
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Water |
Sun |
surf. |
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deep |
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Shade |
surf. |
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deep |
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tempexpl.doc rev. 12/7/1998