Heat and Energy Transfer · Physical Science

Insulators and Temperature Control

Testing materials that slow down the transfer of heat to keep things warm or cool.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do animals in cold climates stay warm without heaters?
  2. 2What is the best material for keeping a lunchbox cool on a hot day?
  3. 3How does the thickness of a material affect its ability to insulate?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S3U03AC9S3I05
Year: Year 3
Subject: Science
Unit: Heat and Energy Transfer
Period: Physical Science

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