Using the scientific method, control the environmental conditions for a fictional alien organism in order to learn how the organism responds to changes in conditions. Sunlight, water, and temperature can be varied to determine their effects on the shape of the aliens.
Launch GizmoUsing the scientific method, control the environmental conditions for a fictional alien organism in order to learn how the organism responds to changes in conditions. Sunlight, water, and temperature can be varied to determine their effects on the shape of the aliens.
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Aplicación del Método Científico, a través de una simulación.
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Biology, Earth/Space Science, Environmental Science
This is a graphic organizer or worksheet to help students identify IV and DV as well as the importance in... (more) controlling for variables
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Earth/Space Science, Middle School Life Science, Middle School Physical Science
This task card can be used for remote learning or in class as small group, station, or individual activit... (more)y. In this activity, students will investigate how different variables can impact the shape of an alien by designing a controlled experiment.
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Middle School Life Science
This CER prompt can be used after exploring this Gizmo to deepen student understanding of the scientific ... (more)process and abiotic effects on this alien population.
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5th Grade Science
This worksheet allows students to deepen their understanding of the environmental effects on new life for... (more)ms by investigating how altering variables can either increase or decrease population. They state a claim and support it with evidence and reasoning.
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Middle School Life Science
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