FACTivity – It’s a Gas! (Spanish)
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In this FACTivity, you will simulate the greenhouse effect and answer the question: What are the similarities between a glass jar with soil and the Earth’s atmosphere?
Materials:
- Two thermometers
- A large glass jar with lid
- 1 cup of dark soil
- Ruler
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It's a Gas! The Exchange of Gases Between the Soil and the Atmosphere (Spanish)
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Standards addressed in this Activity:
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are a set of K-12 science education standards emphasizing inquiry-based learning, real-world applications, and integrating engineering practices, aiming to deepen understanding of science while promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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MS-ESS3-5
Ask questions to clarify evidence of the factors that have caused the rise in global temperatures over the past century.
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MS-PS4-2
Develop and use a model to describe that waves are reflected, absorbed, or transmitted through various materials.
The Common Core Standards are educational benchmarks in the United States that outline clear expectations for what students should know and be able to do in English language arts and mathematics from kindergarten through 12th grade, aiming to ensure consistency and coherence in education nationwide.
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Follow precisely a multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks.
Social Studies Standards are educational guidelines outlining the essential knowledge, skills, and concepts students should learn in subjects such as history, geography, civics, and economics, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of societal structures, historical events, and global perspectives.
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People, Places, and Environments
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Science, Technology, and Society
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Time, Continuity, and Change
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In this FACTivity, you will simulate the greenhouse effect and answer the question: What are the similarities between a glass jar with soil and the Earth’s atmosphere? Materials: Two thermometers...FACTivity – It’s a Gas!
In this FACTivity, you will simulate the greenhouse effect and answer the question: What are the similarities between a glass jar with soil and the Earth’s atmosphere? Materials: Two thermometers...