25 July, 2013

Grade 3 Science Experiments with Ice

Grade 3 Science


Topics: 1:Water & 2:Weather, Climate and Seasons


Experiments with Ice


The following experiments were performed in the class:


1. Two ice cubes were placed, one in Saw Dust and the other in Salt. After a few minutes, it was observed that the ice cube coated with salt melted soon, while the one coated with saw dust lasted for more time.


Conclusion: Saw Dust is a bad conductor of heat and hence it does not allow the surrounding heat to reach the ice cube. Thus the ice cube takes a longer time to melt.


2. An ice cube was placed in a dish. Air was blown on it using a straw. After a few minutes it was seen that a depression developed on the cube.


Conclusion: Due to the constant warm breath, the ice cube becomes hollow and melts faster.

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