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Lesson 56 of 84 · Fossils
ExperimentGlaciers: Rivers of Ice (Part 2)
What You'll Learn
River systems shape the land over time. Young rivers have steep, V-shaped valleys. Mature rivers meander across floodplains. Old rivers have wide, flat valleys and deltas.
Key Words
- mineral
- climate
- atmosphere
Materials Needed
- food coloring
- clear container
- rocks
- sand
- clay
- water
Safety First
- Do not mix unknown chemicals together.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read about Fossils and write down three key facts.
Step 2 — Do
Set up a weather station: use a thermometer, rain gauge (a jar with a ruler), and wind sock (a plastic bag on a stick). Record data for one week.
Step 3 — Observe
Note any unexpected results and think about why they happened.
Step 4 — Record
Share your findings with the class or a partner and discuss what you learned.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
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