Michelle Lundy ©Making It As A Middle School Teacher 2012
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Scientific Method ~ Coin Lab
How many drops of water can a coin hold?
You are a Scientist! Apply the Scientific Method as you work through this lab.
Purpose
To show how changes in procedures can cause changes in results.
Materials
2 different coinsPaper towelEyedropperWaterLab Sheet
Procedure
1.
Begin the Scientific Method Sheet and continue it as you work through thislab.2.
Put two different types of coins on a paper towel.3.
Use an eyedropper to put drops of water on the coins. Count how manydrops each coin can hold before the water overflows.4.
Record findings on the Lab Sheet.