Simple Machines: Archimedes Screw
by Michael Matteson
In this lesson students learn about the simple machine screw, specifically the Archimedes Screw, and engineer a device that can lift a marble.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1QKJPslxTkczv_AH4pIu4ElndgIDsxeYj/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P4: Energy Transfer Technology 4. Innovative Designer Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering Mathematics Expressions and Equations (EE) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) WritingRelated Content
Grades:
6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
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Grades:
8th Grade
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Grades:
6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
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