Instructional Video

Evaporation and Condensation

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Sweating isn't gross; it actually serves an important purpose! Learn how evaporation absorbs energy and condensation releases energy. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Post the video as a resource for learners needing extra instruction or review
  • Supplement with a lab investigation measuring the energy absorbed or released
  • The instructor speaks quickly, making it difficult to understand and take notes, so pause the video often or create a review or notes of your own to hand out after the video
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects a basic understanding of states of matter and kinetic energy
  • The video builds on the previous lessons in this 49-part series
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Uses familiar experiences to assist in explaining the concepts of evaporation and condensation
  • Images and animations enhance the lesson
Cons
  • None
NGSS