How Dew You Dew?

SCIENCE CONCEPT:
As water is heated and the water vapor cools, a liquid forms and this is called condensation.
STUDENT OBJECTIVE:
Students will observe through a series of activities that condensation is formed on surfaces and in the air when warm air is cooled.
OVERVIEW:
In this activity, students will use a plastic cup and exhale into it. They will observe the moisture, or condensation, has formed on the inside of the cup. This is a result of water vapor being cooled and it condenses into its liquid form.
PREPARATION TIME:
15 minutes.
LESSON TIME:
60 minutes.
WORDS TO KNOW:
  • condensation
  • condenses
  • molecules
  • vapor
  • energy
  • gas


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