Lesson Seven: What affects a crater's size?

Description

Students brainstorm variables that affect a crater's size and then investigate one of these variables by making craters of their own. This lesson includes a discussion of independent and dependent variables and also graphing.

Standards Addressed

  • NGSS Crosscutting Concepts
    • Cause and Effect
  • NGSS Science and Engineering Practices
    • Developing and Using Models
    • Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
    • Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information