What Is Temperature? (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

Temperature measures how fast particles are moving. At absolute zero, particles have the least possible energy. Heating matter increases particle motion and can cause state changes.

Key Words

acid
base

Materials Needed

sugar
vinegar
baking soda

Safety First

Be careful with scissors — ask an adult for help if needed.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Look at the vocabulary words and write a definition for each in your own words.

Step 2 — Do

Test how temperature affects dissolving: dissolve sugar in cold, warm, and hot water. Count stirs needed for each and create a data table.

Step 3 — Observe

Use your senses (except taste) to describe what you notice.

Step 4 — Record

Write a summary of your findings in 3-5 sentences.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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