NASA- Newton's Cool in the Pool
Math: Algebra II: Logarithmic Functions
9-12
90 Minutes
TI-84 series
Lessons
NASA- Newton's Cool in the Pool
Activity Overview
In this activity for the TI-84, students will use Newton’s Law of Cooling to predict temperature loss.
Objectives
Students will:
- analyze temperature-loss data graphically;
- use Newton’s Law of Cooling to predict temperature loss;
- solve the Newton’s Law of Cooling formula for the exponential constant of cooling (k); and
- determine the time required for tank temperature to equalize with room temperature.
Vocabulary
- Exponential
- Logarithmic
- Inverses
- Ambient Temperature
- Neutral Buoyancy
About the Lesson
The goal of this activity is to help students analyze temperature-loss data graphically, use Newton’s Law of Cooling to predict temperature loss, solve the Newton’s Law of Cooling formula for the exponential constant of cooling (k), and determine the time required for tank temperature to equalize with room temperature.
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Math: Algebra II: Logarithmic Functions
9-12
90 Minutes
TI-84 series
Lessons
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