In the MiniLab you observed convection currents produced in water as it was heated. Repeat the experiment, placing sequins, pieces of wood

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2021-09-16

In the MiniLab called "Modeling Convection Currents" you observed convection currents produced in water as it was heated. Repeat the experiment, placing sequins, pieces of wood, or pieces of rubber bands into the water. How do their movements support your observations and inferences from the MiniLab?

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Clara Reese

Clara Reese

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The objects’ movements support my inferences because they move in a circular pattern that coincides with the convection current that is created as hot, less dense water rises and cool, denser water sinks. At any given moment, one of the objects rises to the surface, travels across the surface in a particular direction, sinks to the bottom of the container, travels across the container, and rises to the surface once again.

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