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The Case of the Disappearing Water
http://www.epa.gov/region1/students/pdfs/ww_disap.pdf
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In this experiment, students investigate the evaporation of water as part of a solution to a simulated mystery. They will compare rates of evaporation under different conditions, demonstrate knowledge of the concepts of evaporation, and be able to explain evaporation in the context of the water cycle.
Intended for grade levels:
  • Intermediate (3-5)
  • Middle (6-8)
Type of resource:
  • For the classroom:
    • Lab activity
Subject:
  • Environmental science
  • Hydrology
Technical requirements:
Adobe Acrobat reader
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
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DLESE Catalog ID: DLESE-000-000-006-428
Educational standards:
  • National Science Education Standards (NSES):
    • K-4:
      • A - Science as inquiry:
        • Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry
      • F - Science in personal / social perspectives:
        • Personal health
        • Types of resources
    • 5-8:
      • A - Science as inquiry:
        • Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry
      • F - Science in personal / social perspectives:
        • Populations, resources, environments
Related resources:
This resource is referenced by 'Ground Water and Drinking Water, Kid's Stuff'
http://water.epa.gov/learn/kids/drinkingwater/index.cfm
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Publisher: United States Environmental Protection Agency