Text Convection Currents

TLF ID A003897

This activity invites students to explore convection currents in water. Warmer water rising through cooler water bends light, allowing students to project its motion onto a screen and observe the flow. The activity includes a list of tools and materials required, what to do and notice, an explanation for the underlying science of what students observe and suggestions for further activities.





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Educational value
  • Teaching and learning
Year level

9

Learning area
  • Science

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  • Name: Exploratorium
  • Organization: Exploratorium
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  • Address: UNITED STATES
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  • Name: Education Services Australia Ltd
  • Organisation: Education Services Australia Ltd
  • Address: AUSTRALIA
  • URL: www.esa.edu.au
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