Simple Seismograph
Measure weather and Earth systems with simple instruments. Record wind, rain, microclimate, and observe water/erosion cycles. Covers data collection and Earth science basics.
Recommended for ages 9-12
About This Kit
Construct and use instruments (rain gauge, anemometer, seismograph, mini greenhouse) to collect real data. Model the water cycle and demonstrate soil erosion vs plant cover. Covers measurement reliability, variables & controls, and core Earth science (weather, climate, hydrology, geoscience). Emphasizes charts/graphs and fair tests.
Learning Outcome
Learner records vibrations as quake traces
What's Inside
Spring, pen, rotating drum/paper
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