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Standard 6.P.3A.5

6.P.3A.5 Develop and use models to describe and compare the directional transfer of heat through convection, radiation, and conduction.

Grade(s): 6

Subject(s): Science

Year: 2014

Energy from the Sun

Lesson

Grades: 6

Upon completing this lesson the students will: • Measure the amount of solar heat that comes from the sun; and • Describe ways this energy can be used to help reduce our dependence on traditional...

Get Current on Energy

Lesson

Grades: 3, 6

Upon completing this lesson the students will: • Understand energy forms and sources; • Distinguish between conductors and insulators of heat transfer; • Recognize and compare insulation values of...

Soak Up the Sun with Solar Energy Fun

Lesson

Grades: 3, 6

Upon completing this lesson, the students will be able to: • Describe various ways that solar energy can be used; and • Describe the advantages and disadvantages of using solar energy

Heat Transfer Through Convection, Radiation, and Conduction

Lesson

Grades: 6

Through the use of an experiment, PBS Learning Media videos, and interactives, students will learn how heat is transferred through convection, radiation, and conduction. Students will develop a model...