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Ocean Layers: Density Column Activity
File Name 01t.activity.densitycolumn.pdf
Data Type lesson plan, document
Computer Program Preview 4.2
File Size 59.00 KB - 1 file
Expert Level High School (Grade 9-12)
Contributor Sylvia T Cole
Source Sylvia Cole, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Resource Matrix The Physics of Oceans
Description
Activity description and teaching tips. Describes a density column demonstration to introduce the idea that liquids can sink and float just like solids can. From the unit "Ocean Layers: Density, Salinity, Temperature, and Circulation" by Sylvia Cole and Maureen Quessenberry.
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