2. Collecting Solar Energy
Feb 16 / Act D 70
Collecting Solar Energy
LEARNING TARGET: I can design a model house that maximizes / minimizes solar energy transfer.
CH Q
Can you control the solar energy in a model house?
VOCAB:
Absorb (absorption) reflect (reflection)
Transmit (transmission)
energy "taken in"
energy "bounced off"
energy moved around
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3. Draw Diagram

4. DISCUSSION
1. Does solar energy coming into the home always have positive effects?
No – it can get too hot (summer).
In winter though it can help a lot.
Also - too much can damage materials, plants, etc.

5. PROCEDURE AND DATA
MATERIALS:
PROCEDURE: Read on pg. D and summarize
DATA: WS Collecting Solar Energy

6. POST DISCUSSION
Each team reports to class what was tested and basic results.
Make a list of things you hear, that would could change if you did this again in the future.
What other lab is this similar to?

7. ANALYSIS
- Discuss and answer Q 2 on pg. D 97
ANS CHALLENGE Q
Can you control the solar energy in a model house? A:
Yes, by absorbing when needed, reflecting when not needed.
HOMEWORK
Test Unit D coming up – Apr 1/2 (Mon/Tues)
Complete Vocab packet and organize WS
Study Guide