Snow Compaction

Standard Rating Guide
  • References: the lesson only references the standard
  • Part: the lesson teaches part of the lesson
  • Assesses: the lesson teaches the standard thoroughly so that the standard can be assessed

Activity Description

Abstract: 1. Students will measure and compare temperatures beneath compacted and uncombacted layers of snow. 2. Students will determine the effects of compatcion on the value of snow as insulation.

Curriculum Book: Alaska's Tundra & Wildlife
Page number: 87

Age Groups

4th grade - 12th Grade

Educational Standards

   Science A-1   Part
   Geography E-5   References

Educational Topics

   Cold Temperature/Effects on the Environment
   Snow