Lesson Plan

Homemade Barometer

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To reinforce the action of air pressure, have your meteorology pupils construct a barometer. They place the barometer into a closed system, a miniature atmosphere if you will, and notice the movement of the needle on the homemade measurement device as they alter the pressure within. This lesson plan provides general instructions for building the barometer and conclusion questions for discussion.

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Resource Details
Grade
5th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning