Measuring Temperature: Hot and Cold
Students will use thermometers to measure temperature in degrees Celsius, understanding the concepts of hot, warm, and cold.
Key Questions
- How do we measure how hot or cold something is?
- What does a thermometer tell us?
- Why is it important to measure temperature accurately?
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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