Different surfaces: plan
I can plan an investigation to compare how things move on different surfaces.
Different surfaces: plan
I can plan an investigation to compare how things move on different surfaces.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Surfaces can be different, ranging from very smooth to very rough.
- A comparative test investigation can be carried out to find out how different surfaces can affect how things move.
- Scientists make decisions about how to set up and carry out investigations.
Keywords
Surface - The surface is the top or outside layer of something.
Rough - Rough surfaces are uneven or bumpy.
Smooth - Smooth surfaces are even.
Comparative test - In a comparative test, the thing that is being changed has labels, such as the types of materials.
Compare - We compare things by looking at what is the same and what is different.
Common misconception
All surfaces are only 2-dimensional. All surfaces are made by people (human-made).
Provide many examples, with images, of different types of surface including natural surfaces and 3-dimensional surfaces.
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Equipment
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Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
- Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
soft
rough
smooth
Exit quiz
6 Questions
