Metal and Styrofoam
| Chemistry, Physics: | Conductors & Insulators |
| Grade Range: | Elementary School, Middle School, High School |
| Format: | Hands-on |
This is an easy to set up demonstration that kids will enjoy holding and checking out. Be sure to bring plenty of ice, and towels will be helpful for cleanup afterwards.
Materials
- Metal Block
- Polystyrene Chunk
- Shallow Plastic Bin
- Ice
Safety Precautions
Please read the General Safety Precautions section of the Demonstration Safety page before performing this demonstration.
Demonstration
- Set the metal block and the polystyrene chunk in the plastic bin. Set an ice cube on top of each and have students watch the ice melt quickly on the metal, and slowly on the polystyrene!
- Replace the ice as needed. Otherwise, allow students to handle both items and note which is warmer and which is cooler.
- At the end of the event, pour out the water collected in the bin from the melting ice and dry off everything.
Why This Works
COMING SOON
Additional Information
- This pairs well with the Fireproof Balloon.