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Activity Overview

Students will use the Vernier EasyTemp© temperature sensor to determine the change in thermal energy for a given mass of ice, the heat of fusion of ice, and percent error.

Before the Activity

Students should have either TI-83 or TI-84 Plus calculator along with the Vernier EasyTemp©. The attached .pdf form should be printed, copied, and distributed to students.

During the Activity

Perform the procedures outlined in the printed .pdf form. Students will learn to use the Vernier EasyTemp© temperature sensor.

After the Activity

  • Review student results
  • As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
  • Re-teach concepts as necessary

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    Subject Area:
    Science : Chemistry : Gases, Liquids and Solids

    Author:
    Texas Instruments

    Level:
    9-12

    Activity Time:
    25 Minutes

    Device:
    TI-83 Plus Family, TI-84 Plus Family

    Apps:
    EasyData™

    Software:
    TI Connect™

    Accessories:
    Vernier EasyTemp®, TI Connectivity Cable, Unit-to-Unit link cables

    Other:

  • Balance
  • 100 mL graduated cylinder
  • Plastic foam cup
  • Room temperature water
  • 2-4 large ice cubes
  • Paper towels


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