Ocean Currents

Students use a Temperature Sensor and a Conductivity Sensor to investigate the driving forces behind ocean currents.

Supports NGSS Performance Expectation HS-ESS2-4: Use a model to describe how variations in the flow of energy into and out of Earth’s systems result in changes in climate.

Grade Level: High School

Subject: ChemistryEarth ScienceEnvironmental Science

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Answer Sheet 143.10 KB
Ocean Currents 400.39 KB

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Featured Equipment

Wireless Conductivity Sensor with OLED Display

Wireless Conductivity Sensor with Display

This water resistant sensor connects via Bluetooth® to measure both conductivity (ionic content in solution) and total dissolved solids in solution, and features a bright display of real-time readings for convenience in a variety of labs.

PS-4201 Wireless Temperature Sensor with built in OLED display

Wireless Temperature Sensor with Display

The Wireless Temperature Sensor with display is a general-purpose sensor useful in many science labs. With a rugged, water resistant design and rechargeable lithium ion battery, students can get spot reads from the display or auto collect data to a device to study trends.

Wireless Conductivity Sensor

Wireless Conductivity Sensor

This waterproof sensor connects via Bluetooth® to measure both conductivity (ionic content in solution) and total dissolved solids.

Temperature Sensor

Wireless Temperature Sensor

The Wireless Temperature Sensor is a general-purpose sensor found in many science labs. With a rugged, waterproof design and a long-lasting battery, students can spend more time collecting data and less time dealing with equipment.

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