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Middle schoolers conduct an investigation. In this energy conservation lesson, students observe and make predictions about fluorescent and incandescent light bulbs. Working in groups, middle schoolers conduct an investigation to compare the two light bulbs. Students discuss why the consumer should know the information discovered and how energy could best be conserved.

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energy conservation, energy

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energy conservation, fluorescent light, incandescent bulb, science
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Duration
2 hrs
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Inquiry-Based Learning
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