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Lesson 41 of 84 ยท Earth Systems

Experiment

Types of Rocks: Sedimentary (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

Groundwater fills spaces between rocks and soil underground. Aquifers are underground layers of rock that hold and transmit water. Many communities depend on wells that tap into aquifers.

Key Words

  • condensation
  • precipitation
  • weathering

Materials Needed

  • spray bottle
  • cups
  • thermometer

Safety First

  • Wear safety goggles when mixing liquids.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read and learn: Groundwater fills spaces between rocks and soil underground. Aquifers are underground layers of rock that hold and transmit water. Many communities depend on wells that tap into aquifers.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Measure and record your data in a table.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Compare the before and after states.

Step 4 โ€” Record

Write your conclusion: did the results match your hypothesis?

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

1 of 3

What are tectonic plates?

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