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Youngsters compare the heat-holding abilities of three different cans by insulating two with different materials and measuring the temperature change of hot water over a 20-minute period.
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Pros
- Lab sheet includes materials, procedures, a diagram, data tables, graphs, and concluding questions
 - A demonstration that can be applied to a practical situation, building insulation
 - Adaptable to middle school Next Generation Science Standards
 
Cons
- Does not include a spot for writing down the scientific question or hypothesis; make sure to discuss these important parts of the inquiry with your class before experimenting