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In the guided activity, students explore how rotation affects the apparent path of an object traveling in a straight line. They then relate their findings to how this influences the movement of air masses. In the inquiry activity, students use the materials from the guided activity to build models of storm systems. This kit is designed for a class of 32 students working in groups of 4.
Students develop an understanding of the Coriolis effect and its influence on global air circulation. In the guided activity, they use a turntable and an inflatable globe to explore how rotation affects the apparent path of an object traveling in a straight line, then relate their findings to how this influences the movement of air masses on the earth. In the inquiry activity, students use the materials from the guided activity to build models of storm systems.
This kit is designed for a class of 32 students working in groups of 4. Digital teacher's manual, included FREE with kit purchase, is a 12-month eBook license to the Coriolis Effect and Atmospheric Circulation Teacher's Manual and Student Guide.
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Components | Qty | Included? |
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Turntables, 9” | 8 | Included |
Inflatable Globes | 8 | Included |
Wet-Erase Markers, Blue | 8 | Included |
Aluminum Pie Pans, 9” | 8 | Included |
Teacher’s Manual with Reproducible Student Guide | 1 | Included |
Beakers, 100 mL | 16 | Needed, Not Included |
Tap Water (at least 1,280 mL) | 1 | Needed, Not Included |
Ice, 5 lb | 1 | Needed, Not Included |
Hot Pot or Hot Plate | 1 | Needed, Not Included |
Food Coloring (blue, green, or red) | 8 | Needed, Not Included |
Paper Towels, Roll | 1 | Needed, Not Included |
Scissors | 8 | Needed, Not Included |
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