Unit 16 · Greenhouse Effect

Greenhouse Effect

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Activity 16.2

Temperature inside and outside a transparent plastic box

ObjectiveTo observe the temperature difference inside and outside of a plastic box.
Materials
  • a box made of transparent plastic
  • thermometer
Method
  • Take a box made of transparent plastic.
  • Keep the box in sunlight for an hour.
  • Then measure the temperature of the air inside and outside the box with a thermometer and note it down in a table. Discuss the following questions based on your observation and draw a conclusion.
Discussion
  • What difference is seen in the temperature of the air inside and outside the box?
  • What is the cause of the difference in temperature outside and inside the box?
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